It will very interesting to see if the rule is changed or even overturned. Adam Schefter is reporting that the NFL will take a look at the Calvin Johnson rule that cost the Dallas Cowboys.
Dean Blandino said Calvin Johnson Rule, in effect w/ Dez Bryant, will be reviewed this winter. Changes could be recommended to comp comm.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 29, 2015
A spectacular effort on a catch by Dez Bryant on 4th & 2 with the Cowboys trailing 26-21 and just 4:36 left in the game was overturned, pretty much sealing a NFC Championship berth for the Packers on the next possession.
Bryant going to the ground. By rule he must hold onto it throughout entire process of contacting the ground. He didn't so it is incomplete.
— Dean Blandino (@DeanBlandino) January 11, 2015
In 2010, Lions receiver Calvin Johnson had a crucial touchdown reversed in a Week 1 game against the Chicago Bears after he had clear possession in the end zone, but then touched the ball off the ground.