Who are the announcers and referees for Saints vs. Commanders today?

The New Orleans Saints will host the Washington Commanders on Sunday, and New Orleans is hoping to keep its momentum going under interim head coach Darren Rizzi. When Rizzi took over, the team was 2-7, but they have since gone 3-1, and have an outside shot at the playoffs. If the team is going to have a miraculous run, it’ll start with a win against Washington on Sunday.

Surprisingly, winning against the Commanders is no easy task this season. They are 8-5 on the year, and are coming off their bye week. They’ll get even better on Sunday, as Marshon Lattimore is set to make his debut with the team. The former Saint first game with his new team will be on the road against his former team, so that’ll be a fun storyline to follow, in addition to who wins.

Announcers for Saints vs. Commanders

• Lead Play-by-Play Announcer: Kenny Albert
• Color Commentator: Jonathan Vilma
• Sideline Reporters: Megan Olivi

This game is scheduled for Sunday, December 15, at 12 p.m. CT. It’s a home game for the Saints, so it will be taking place in New Orleans. Like the majority of Saints games this year, this game will be broadcast by FOX. Former Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma will be apart of the commentary team, along with Kenny Albert and Megan Olivi.

Referees for Saints vs. Commanders

Head Referee

The head referee for this game is Shawn Hochuli. Hochuli has worked in the league since 2014, starting his career as a back judge. He was promoted to the referee position in 2018. He is the son of Ed Hochuli, who was one of the most well-known referees, prior to his retirement in 2018.

Full Officiating Crew

Referee: Shawn Hochuli 
Umpire: Terry Killens 
Down Judge: Patrick Holt 
Line Judge: Tim Podraza 
Field Judge: Jason Ledet 
Side Judge: Jim Quirk 
Back Judge: Jimmy Russell 
Replay Official: Jamie Nicholson 
Replay Assistant: Adam Choate

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