Lions players furious after controversial penalty againt Rock Ya-Sin at end of loss to Eagles: It’s (bleep)

PHILADELPHIA – The Detroit Lions’ 16-9 loss to the Eagles on Sunday night at Lincoln Financial Field featured overaggressive coaching decisions, failed third-down conversions and costly penalties. But the most controversial moment came with 1:51 remaining, when a defensive pass interference call against cornerback Rock Ya-Sin gave the Eagles a crucial first down and effectively ended the game.

The Eagles were facing third-and-8 from their own 38-yard line with 1:51 remaining in the game. The Lions were looking to make a stop and force a punt, in hopes of setting up a game-tying drive. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts dropped back to pass and threw toward the sideline to wide receiver A.J. Brown .

Ya-Sin covered Brown stride for stride, both using their hands to battle for positi