Super Bowl 60 Refs: Who They Are, How They’re Picked and What They’re Paid
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
The Super Bowl is the pinnacle of professional football, and while fans often focus on the players and coaches, the officials commonly referred to as refs play a vital role in ensuring the game is fair, accurate, and smoothly run. As Super Bowl 60 approaches, questions about officiating naturally arise: Who are the referees calling this game? How were they chosen? And what do they earn for officiating football’s biggest night?
Who Are the Super Bowl 60 Referees?
The officiating crew for Super Bowl LX is made up of the NFL’s top officials, and it includes:
- Referee (Lead Official): Shawn Smith (First Super Bowl)
- Umpire: Roy Ellison (Fourth)
- Down Judge: Dana McKenzie (Second)
- Line Judge: Julian Mapp (First)
- Field Judge: Jason Ledet (First)
- Side Judge: Eugene Hall (Fourth)
- Back Judge: Greg Steed (Third)
- Replay Officials: Andrew Lambert (First)
How Super Bowl Referees Are Picked
Unlike players who advance based on team success, referees are selected by the NFL strictly on the basis of performance throughout the season.
What Super Bowl 60 Refs Are Paid
NFL officials are paid per game, and different assignments carry different compensation levels.
2025–26 Officiating Pay Scales
While the NFL does not publicly release exact referee salaries, reputable sources and industry estimates show:
- Regular Season Game: Approximately $5,000–$8,000 per game
- Playoff Game: Higher pay reflecting experience and performance
- Super Bowl Assignment: Estimated at $15,000–$20,000+
Conclusion: Super Bowl 60 Gets the Best Ref Crew
The referees for Super Bowl 60 represent the top-performing officials in the NFL, chosen for their accuracy, consistency, and leadership under pressure.
