Blown Call Blows Point Spread
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(November 18, 2008)—The Steelers won against the Chargers Sunday in the first-ever 11-10 final in NFL history, but a blown call discovered after the game has gamblers grumbling.

On the final play of the game, officials took away a Steelers touchdown on a San Diego fumble.

The mistake didn't alter the game's outcome, but it had a big impact on the point spread.

The Steelers still won, but not by enough for bettors to also win.

John Avello, of the Wynn resort in Las Vegas, says a lot of people weren't very happy.

He figures that $10 million was wagered on the game legally in Nevada.

The NFL says it's taking a closer look at how instant replay is used to prevent future mistakes.
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