The seven NFL officials on the field have specific roles and responsibilities that make it possible to correctly and consistently call games at football’s highest level.

Jul 9, 2025 · Football Zebras has obtained the officiating crew rosters for the 2025 NFL season. This season, there are 6 new officials to replace the 6 that retired or were otherwise not …

1 day ago · After numerous complaints and social media buzz, there might be massive changes to how officiating works in the NFL come 2026.

Note: Years listed refer to season the official began or ended career in the NFL. At the start of the 1998 season, the NFL switched position titles of back judge and field judge.

Sep 12, 2025 · Understanding NFL referees and what makes a good official. Learn each role, what they do, and what they look for.

1 day ago · The NFL's CBA with the NFL referees association is set to expire in May. The league outlined its priorities for negotiations in a recent memo.

Nov 27, 2025 · NFL officials are paid a guaranteed seasonal salary, plus a per-game fee, which provides financial stability while still rewarding their weekly on-field work. Referees selected for …

2 days ago · NFL teams were informed in a memo Wednesday that the collective bargaining agreement between the league and NFL Referees Association expires at the end of May, …

1 day ago · The NFL is advocating a more performance-driven model for referees, one linking bonuses and postseason assignments to regular-season grades.

See the right column for the current list of NFL referees.