The 12 biggest controversies in the NFL's 100-year history

• The NFL has endured many controversies throughout its 100 year history.

• Officiating blunders, such as calls during the 2019 NFC Championship and 2014 NFC playoff game, faced scrutiny by fans and people around the league.

• The New England Patriots have been involved in several league controversies, including Spygate and Deflategate.

• The NFL has also faced political protests, such as the national anthem protests, and domestic violence cases.

The NFL has endured many controversies throughout its 100-year history. From crucial officiating mistakes to team scandals, to domestic violence, the league is no stranger to mitigating criticism.

The league has again opened its season with possible controversy on the brink as New England Patriot Antonio Brown faces a civil lawsuit for three incidents of sexual assault.

Below are 12 of the biggest controversies in NFL history.

Now read about Antonio Brown's NFL saga...

New ugly allegations have come out against Antonio Brown -- Here is a timeline of his bizarre year since leaving the Steelers.>

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• The woman who accused Antonio Brown of rape is meeting with the NFL to discuss her allegations one day after the wide receiver played his first game with the Patriots