Vikings' T.J. Hockenson Scores Overturned in Controversial Replay During Eagles Loss

Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson was frustrated and confused after a controversial replay review overturned his fourth-quarter touchdown catch during their 28-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. The catch initially ruled a touchdown on the field would have brought the Vikings within two points, but the NFL replay team in New York reversed it, citing loss of control of the ball when it hit the ground before Hockenson regained it. Hockenson insisted he maintained control throughout the catch and said two officials on the field also believed it was a touchdown, highlighting his frustration with the catch rule and the replay process. Vice president of instant replay Mark Butterworth explained that broadcast-enhanced footage showed a loss of control, justifying the reversal. Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz acknowledged he could have made a better throw to make the catch easier. The overturned touchdown was a key moment in a game that saw other controversial calls against the Vikings, contributing to their 3-3 season record.