The NFL announced that Carl Johnson has agreed to become the first full-time on-field game official in league history, meaning he'll be leaving his position as the NFL's vice president of officiating. The new collective bargaining agreement between the NFL and the NFL Referees Association allows for the hiring of full-time referees. In his new role, Johnson will focus on the training and development of officials, the scouting of potential new officials, facilitating communication with game officials,and assisting the NFL's Competition Committee. Johnson will be based in Louisiana. "I'm very excited about this new challenge and returning to the field," Johnson said. "On a personal note, I am very much looking forward to rejoining my wife and son in Louisiana. That is home for me, and having a chance to be based there and to continue my work in an exciting new role is a great opportunity." Source: NFL.com
[MENTION=552]Alcohol_IV[/MENTION] he's going to be a full time ON-FIELD ref and now it isn't seasonal...
