More Noise and Losses

The NFL has no problem with controlling every aspect of the game and sport. The Atlanta Falcons are under investigation for using artificial crowd noise during their homes games over the last two seasons.

Owner Arthur Blank admitted that his team had been involved in such an activity which is in direct violations of the rules. They were trying to hinder their opponent's play calling on offense. Penalties could include a fine and loss of draft picks.

In the case of the Falcons, it didn't seem to have any effect as they went 6-10 at home over the seasons in question.