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Broncos Legend Shannon Sharpe Exposes Series of Referee ‘Rigging Calls’ That Cost Eagles Their Game Against Denver

   

Posted October 6, 2025

Denver, CO – October 6, 2025

NFL legend Shannon Sharpe has ignited a firestorm after publicly criticizing the officiating crew for controversial calls that helped seal the Denver Broncos’ 21–17 win over the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 5.

The game ended in chaos as Eagles fans erupted over what they called a “robbery” by the refs. A missed penalty near the 5-yard line denied Philadelphia a final chance to score. The footage quickly went viral online, with many claiming the game was “rigged” to prevent the defending champions from winning.

In a surprising twist, Broncos legend Shannon Sharpe spoke out in defense of the Eagles — delivering a rare, honest take that sent shockwaves across the league.

“I’m happy the Broncos won, but the Eagles got screwed — that’s for sure,” Sharpe said. “I’m speaking up because if we ignore this today, someday it could happen to the Broncos in a bigger game. Today Denver won, but the Eagles played harder and deserved better.”

Sharpe’s words spread across social media within hours, earning millions of views. Eagles fans praised him as “the only legend with the guts to tell the truth,” while Broncos fans called his comments a sign of true sportsmanship.

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Both ESPN and CBS Sports analyzed the controversial play, confirming that a defensive penalty was missed — one that could have given Philadelphia first-and-goal with seconds remaining. Experts agreed: had the call been made correctly, the Eagles likely would have won.

The Broncos now move to 3–2, while the Eagles suffer their first loss of the season at 4–1. But as Sharpe concluded, “Sometimes the score doesn’t tell the full story — how you win is what people will remember.”

Eagles Star CB Faces Family Tragedy After Week 5 Game as Military-Trained Skydiving Instructor Dies in Nashville
Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean is mourning a profound personal loss following the team’s Week 5 game , as his cousin Justin Fuller a respected military-trained skydiving instructor, died in a tragic tandem jump accident near Nashville.   Fuller, 35, was fatally injured after becoming separated from his parachute harness mid-air during a jump organized by Go Skydive Nashville. His student survived after landing in a tree with the parachute deployed and was later rescued by firefighters. Police confirmed Fuller’s body was recovered in a wooded area off Ashland City Highway. The Nashville Fire Department called it “one of the most complex high-angle rescues in recent years,” commending its personnel for the effort. Justin Fuller, known by the nickname "Spidey," died after a tandem skydiving jump went wrong on Oct. 4, 2025, near Nashville, Tennessee.  (Facebook/Justin Fuller Spidey ) Fuller, known affectionately as “Spidey,” had completed more than 5,000 jumps and trained U.S. military personnel in advanced aerial maneuvers. Friends described him as “fearless, focused, and committed to lifting others higher — both in life and in the air.”   DeJean —whose mother is the younger sister of Fuller’s mother, grew up admiring his cousin’s discipline and sense of purpose. Family members say that influence helped shape his mental toughness and leadership on the field. A relative told local media, “Justin taught Dejean that strength isn’t about being unbreakable — it’s about standing firm when life hits hardest. That’s exactly how he lives and plays today.” In the Eagles’ defensive system, DeJean has steadily earned complete trust thanks to his versatility — working outside at corner, in the slot (nickel), and on coverage units — and standing out for top-end speed, precise tackling angles, and the ability to read quarterbacks. Coaches describe him as “calm, wise beyond his years, and disciplined at the catch point,” consistently maintaining leverage and finishing clean in tight spaces. Through the first five games of 2025, DeJean has played every defensive snap and totaled 36 tackles (26 solo) with five passes defensed, reinforcing his value on the perimeter and inside.  The Philadelphia Eagles have provided time and private support for DeJean and his family, ensuring he can grieve without team-related obligations. Teammates have stood beside him, honoring both his resilience and his family’s tradition of service. An FAA investigation into the accident is underway, while tributes to “Spidey” continue to pour in across social media from military colleagues, fellow skydivers, and fans nationwide.“He taught others to fly — now he flies higher than all of us,” one tribute read. DeJean kept his public remarks brief before being embraced by teammates:“He taught me not to fear the height — only the moment you forget to look down and pull someone else up with you. This week, I’m playing for him.”