Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers aren’t the only ones frustrated by the controversial referee calls during their Week 7 loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Chargers legend Shawne Merriman also expressed his displeasure with the situation.
This doesn’t make any sense https://t.co/SchCU1aPWV
— Shawne Merriman (@shawnemerriman) October 22, 2024
The most contentious moment came when officials penalized rookie cornerback Cam Hart for unnecessary roughness as he defended a pass intended for Marvin Harrison Jr. This flag extended the Cardinals’ drive, allowing Arizona to kick the game-winning field goal. It was one of two highly debated calls, both of which the officials defended in a post-game statement.
Ridiculous https://t.co/Y7ASYBc9dM
— Shawne Merriman (@shawnemerriman) October 22, 2024
Merriman kept his reaction brief, but it echoed the sentiments of many Chargers fans.