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Social media reckons it’s caught the NFL red-handed following recent behavior from a referee.

Fans have long theorized that the league is scripted. The notion has grown from a minor conspiracy to mainstream claims due to questionable moments, shady officiating, and social media claims.

The league has never admitted to any game manipulation but does, jokingly, lean into the claims occasionally.

With the 2025 season now underway, certain games, such as the Eagles’ comeback vs. the Rams, have been rigged, according to fans. The NFL did confess to not officiating the Tush Push as well as it should have before the game, yet the Super Bowl winners appeared to get away with non-calls when using it last Sunday.

A new video has since surfaced online showing a referee looking to the ground after a fan tells him he dropped the script before fake searching himself and carrying on.

Check it out below:

The NFL Script Really Got Legs After Claims From Arian Foster

HOUSTON, TX – DECEMBER 28: Arian Foster (Photo by Thomas B. Shea/Getty Images)

The theory took on a new life when former NFL player Arian Foster appeared on a podcast and joked about receiving a script before the start of every season.

While it was said in jest, lots of people took it seriously.

As such, any controversial moments, such as missed calls or questionable penalties, fuel the cries.

Still, there’s been no evidence suggesting that the NFL scripts its campaigns out on a yearly basis.

League officials are adamant that outcomes are solely dependent on player performances, coaching decisions, and plain luck.

Who knows, though? Maybe we’re close to the discovery of an actual script, given the ref’s actions?

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.