DeMeco Ryans Fires Back Strongly at NFL Referees Chairman Carl Paganelli’s Lawsuit

Tensions between the Houston Texans and the NFL officiating crew are escalating as NFL Referees Chairman Carl Paganelli has officially filed a lawsuit against head coach DeMeco Ryans, demanding $45,000 in damages. Paganelli accuses Ryans of violating regulations, repeatedly criticizing, and verbally insulting referees during several recent games.

According to sources, the situation erupted after a series of controversial calls on the field, prompting Ryans to openly express his dissatisfaction with the officiating. Paganelli claims that Ryans’ actions have damaged the reputation of the officiating crew and negatively impacted the league’s image.

Strong Response from DeMeco Ryans
In response to the allegations, Ryans did not remain silent and issued a firm and direct reply. “I will always stand up for my players and fairness on the field. If demanding transparency and accuracy in officiating is wrong, then we need to reevaluate this system,” Ryans declared.

Ryans further emphasized that as head coach, he is responsible for protecting his team and will not tolerate repeated mistakes without proper explanations.

Escalating Tensions
This lawsuit could become a major flashpoint in the coming weeks, especially as the NFL faces mounting criticism over officiating quality. Many experts believe this issue highlights not just a personal dispute but a deeper conflict between teams and the league’s governing system.

As of now, neither the NFL nor the Texans have issued further comments on the case, but this story is likely to develop with more twists in the near future.