1st & 25
Episodes
Episode 35: All quiet on the playoff front
16 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A look at the Wild Card Playoffs and the Quarterfinal and Semifinal bowl games
Episode 34: Bernie Kukar
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
3-time Super Bowl referee Bernie Kukar is our guest this week
Episode 33: The game that wouldn't end
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Sugar Bowl had the longest second in sports in recent memory
Episode 32: There's so much football that's footballing
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the NFL season wraps up, we take a look at how playoff assignments take shape
Episode 31: Is replay over-officiating the play?
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Taking a closer look at what is "clear and obvious"
Episode 30: 'Go slow'
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Plus, packing up after the season is done and another Hall of Fame snub
Episode 29: Handing off the white hat after injury
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Plus, reining in a game that gets out in front of the crew
Episode 28: Thanksgiving football rivalries
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the 1st & 25 podcast, we get ready for Thanksgiving by talking about high school rivalries that play on Thanksgiving morning ...
Episode 27: Sideline interference fouls should not be minimized
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When officials get knocked down, a penalty must be enforced
Episode 26: Former players bring new perspectives as officials
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Plus, regional mechanics in high school become evident in postseason
Episode 25: How do high school officials qualify for the postseason?
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Plus, quick takes on missed false starts, intentional grounding, and an unfortunate 5th down
Episode 24: A plague of quick whistles and a suspended referee
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Also, a tush-push fumble didn't happen, and the replay assist function raised some questions
Episode 23: Improving gameplay through talk-to moments
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We also covered pass interference and end-of-game fouls
Episode 22: When the call is 'No more football tonight'
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A failed trick play, a game suspended early, and when a huge mistake is made
Episode 21: No pass interference and undefeated no more
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Also substitution tactics are getting scrutiny
Episode 20: Importance of clear sideline communication
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Reviewing penalty options, celebrating too soon, and broadcasters who know the rules
Episode 19: Before the snap: Hurry-ups and hideouts
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The crew discusses presnap mechanics for substitutions and ball spotting
Episode 18: Tush Push false starts and leverage fouls
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A missed call escalates the discussion on banning the short-yardage play
Episode 17: An ejection 6 seconds into the season
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the season premiere, we look at a quick disqualification and knocking off the rust in that first game
Episode 16: Officiating is not a Super Bowl topic
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the season finale, we look at Super Bowl LIX, the 2024 season, and what's ahead in the 2025 offseason.
Episode 15: 'The referee can award a score if this continues'
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We take a look at the possibility of a palpably unfair act in the NFL, the failed 4th & 1 in the AFC Championship Game, and the Super Bowl LIX cre...
Episode 14: Peach Bowl targeting and postseason football
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Postseason football is underway as we look at the
Episode 13: When the clock hits 0:00
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We have a conversation about postgame procedures and officiating safety at the local level
Episode 12: Field goal blocks and defensive slow walks
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On the blocked field goal, was there a foul on the Packers or something afoul with the Bears?
Episode 11: Professionalism and integrity
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Criticizing officials' calls is one thing, questioning their integrity is another
Episode 10: A new, sneaky offensive holding tactic
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss a range of topics from Week 9, including a new offensive holding technique that is getting attention from officials at all levels and an un...
Episode 9: A long ball and a facemask no-call
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dissecting the Commanders Hail Mary TD and the missed face mask call on the Rams
Episode 8: The optics of picking up a flag after fans protest
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A closer look at the viral call in the Georgia-Texas game
Episode 7: The trick behind trick plays
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Lions were reading off the back of the playbook and the command center in New York had a miscall
Episode 6: Examination of a crucial blocked field goal
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Was the Giants blocked field goal legal?
Episode 5: Breaking down a coach's penalty
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matt LaFleur gets penalized 15 yards inches from the goal line
Episode 4: A confusing play with multiple interpretations
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A weird no-call for intentional grounding, a review of roughing the punter, and an early exit for a college coach
Episode 3: There's no such thing as a late flag
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We look at what fans call "a late flag," when to penalize for verbal abuse, and—hey!—that ref's got wheels!