Tonight’s Monday Night Football showdown between the Eagles and the Packers drew not just football heat, but social-media fire — as an apparent false start by Philadelphia on their signature “Tush Push” play went uncalled, triggering a wave of outrage across Twitter.
What Happened Between The Packers And Eagles
Packers vs Eagles on Monday Night Football - Via Twitter
Packers vs Eagles on Monday Night Football – Via Twitter
Early in the first quarter, facing a short-yardage situation, the Eagles lined up for their famed Tush Push — the QB-sneak variant with teammates pushing the quarterback from behind.
Screens quickly captured at least two offensive linemen visibly moving prior to the snap, which ordinarily would trigger a false start penalty. However, the referee did not throw the flag.
Here is the play:
The #Eagles ran the tush-push on 3rd and 1 and holy cow what a false start (not called).pic.twitter.com/RfwDKTZHDx
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) November 11, 2025
Why It Matters
This isn’t just about a missed call — it impacts fairness and integrity in today’s NFL. Critics argue the play gives the Eagles an unfair advantage, especially when linemen are seen jumping early and still getting away with it.
“The false starts that happen on that play EVERY TIME is insane. Just a bad product.” The Sun
In response to mounting controversy, the NFL earlier this year distributed a training video to officials and teams, explicitly stating that false starts during the Tush Push should be called. The Washington Post
Twitter Reacts: From Frustration to Fury
Social media wasted no time:
“League is rigged,” “Ban the Tush Push” were among the trending reactions. Sportskeeda+1
Fans pointed to legacy grievances: the play was nearly banned in the 2025 offseason after a proposal backed by the Packers failed by just two votes. ESPN.com+1
Some called it “cheating by formation,” arguing the combination of movement and non-call defies rules meant to protect the neutral zone.
Implications for the Packers
For Green Bay, the incident is a flashpoint in what has become a broader battle against the Eagles’ Tush Push dominance. The Packers sponsored the rule-change attempt this past season — only to face it again tonight unchecked.
Inside Green Bay’s locker room, the frustration is real. A missed penalty in a key short-yardage play can shift a game’s momentum — and tonight’s non-call may be a decisive moment.
Final Takeaway
The Eagles’ successful execution of their playbook tonight came with extra baggage: transparency and scrutiny. With linemen apparently jumping early and officials standing down, fans and analysts alike see the moment as symptomatic of deeper officiating and rule-making concerns. The Tush Push still lives — but so too does the debate around it.
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