nfl-ref-throwback-unisAs if referees in the NFL didn’t already have enough of a daunting uphill battle between head coaches in their ear tearing them a new one, and hostile fans constantly reminding them of how much they suck, they now get to look stupid too.

At left is a jovial Vince Wilfork, who has just placed an order for sesame jack chicken strips, boneless wings, three heaping piles of nachos and a milkshake. He’s also requested that the head waiter-referee emerge from the tunnel for the second half wearing more flare.

I’m all for the throwback look, the Patriots in particular look awesome, but let’s get the refs back in those the traditional shirts that made Ed Hochuli the legendary ass sorcerer he is today.