As of now, there is no official statement from the NFL acknowledging a mistake that may have jeopardized the Detroit Lions’ Super Bowl aspirations.

The Lions’ recent playoff exit was primarily attributed to internal factors, including turnovers and strategic decisions.

In their 45-31 loss to the Washington Commanders, quarterback Jared Goff committed four turnovers, and head coach Dan Campbell took responsibility for the defeat, expressing deep remorse in a post-game press conference.

The Lions had a remarkable season, achieving a franchise-record 15 regular-season wins and securing the top seed in the NFC. However, their Super Bowl hopes were dashed due to a combination of player errors and coaching decisions during the playoff game against the Commanders.

While the Lions’ loss was disappointing, it was not due to any acknowledged officiating errors by the NFL. The team now faces decisions regarding its roster and coaching staff as it looks ahead to the next season.