Who are the referees assigned for Commanders vs Buccaneers? Officials for wild-card game explored

The wild-card game between the Washington Commanders and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will take place at Raymond James Stadium at 8 p.m. ET on Sunday. This marks the Commanders' first playoff appearance in four years. The Buccaneers, who secured the NFC South title, are looking to make a deep run in the postseason.

Who are the referees assigned for the Commanders vs Buccaneers wild-card game?

The NFL has appointed an experienced crew of officials for this wild-card game.

Head Referee: Craig Wrolstad

Wrolstad joined the NFL as a field judge in 2003. After the retirement of Ron Winter and Scott Green, he was promoted to referee in 2014. He was appointed alternate referee for Super Bowl LII at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. Wrolstad was also selected as the referee for the 2020 Pro Bowl. 2024 NFL season is his 11th year as referee and 22nd overall.

Joining Wrolstad to manage the game are:

• Roy Ellison (Umpire)
• Danny Short (Down Judge)
• Brian Bolinger (Line Judge)
• Ryan Dickson (Field Judge)
• Keith Washington (Side Judge)
• Rich Martinez (Back Judge)
• Roddy Ames (Replay Official)
• Artenzia Young-Seigler (Replay Assistant)

How to watch Commanders vs Buccaneers? TV schedule and live stream details for wild-card game

TV Channel: NBC

Live Stream: Peacock, Fubo, DirecTV, NFL+

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Even though the Buccaneers have a 10-7 record, they earned the NFC South crown and will enjoy home-field advantage for this game. The Buccaneers, in the midseason, lost five out of six games. However, they regained their form with six wins in their final seven games to clinch the division.

On the other hand, the Commanders have a 12-5 record and the No. 6 seed in the NFC.