Who are the referees assigned for Dolphins vs. Bills? All about NFL Week 2 TNF game officials

Modified Sep 12, 2024 20:12 GMT

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The Miami Dolphins will host the Buffalo Bills to begin Week 2 of the 2024 NFL season. The Thursday Night Football game will kick off at 8:15 p.m. ET from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida.

Here's all you need to know about the officials for the game.

Who are the referees assigned for Dolphins vs Bills Week 2 matchup?

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Head Referee: Bill Vinovich

Vinovich is in his 16th season officiating in the NFL. His first stint as a referee in the league was from 2001 to 2006. He then returned in 2012 and has established himself as one of the most decorated officials in the league.

Vinovich was the head referee for the most recent Super Bowl 58 between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. He has refereed a total of three Super Bowls in his career.

Here's a look at Vinovich's crew for the Dolphins-Bills contest:

Umpire: Scott Walker
Down Judge: Dale Keller
Line Judge: Tripp Sutter
Field Judge: Aaron Santi
Side Judge: Jimmy Buchanan
Back Judge: Todd Prukop
Replay Official: Denise Crudup
Replay Assistant: Chad Wakefield

Last week, Vinovich and his crew were assigned the Week 1 game between the Washington Commanders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

NFL 2024 Week 2: How to watch Miami Dolphins vs. Buffalo Bills?

The Miami Dolphins (1-0) vs. Buffalo Bills (1-0) Week 2 contest will not be broadcast live on national TV. However, fans in Buffalo can watch the matchup on the ABC affiliate, WKBW, channel 7.

The Dolphins-Bills game can also be streamed live on Amazon Prime Video and NFL+.