Part of the investigation that still needs further vetting is how the 11 footballs became under-inflated. The game balls provided to each team for preparation were required to be inspected and approved by referee Walt Anderson two hours and 15 minutes before kickoff before they were returned to each team. No alteration of footballs is allowed once they are approved, under league rules and regulations.
I agree completely. Walt Anderson is also responsible for this lack of attention to the rules. Refs can tell immediately if the game balls are under-inflated, and Anderson either was negligent or purposefully skipped the inspection.
I think the refs should be in control of the balls before and during the game. Letting the teams manage the balls just allows shenanigans to take place.
foosbal is such a big money making scam. They should all play with the same ball, kicking passing throwing,etc ump controls the objects used in the sport, not the teams.