The NFL has officially suspended referee Adrian Hill and his entire officiating crew following the highly controversial ending to Sunday’s Eagles–Broncos matchup — a game that has since ignited national outrage and sparked widespread debate over officiating integrity.
According to league sources and officiating assignment data from Football Zebras, the suspended crew consisted of:
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Referee: Adrian Hill (#81)
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Umpire: Bryan Neale (#92)
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Down Judge: Patrick Holt (#23)
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Line Judge: Mark Steinkerchner (#64)
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Field Judge: Brad Rogers (#128)
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Side Judge: Eugene Hall (#99)
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Back Judge: Greg Steed (#12)
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Replay Official: Dan South
The decision follows mounting scrutiny over multiple missed and overturned calls that directly influenced the outcome of the game.
The most heated moment came late in the fourth quarter, when an intentional grounding flag against Jalen Hurts was overturned after review, allowing the Broncos to maintain momentum and run down the clock. Moments later, in what fans called
“the robbery of the season,” Dallas Goedert was clearly pulled down by cornerback Quinton Skinner at the goal line — but no flag was thrown for pass interference.
The Eagles were denied a final opportunity to score, and Denver escaped with a 27–24 victory. The broadcast replay showed Goedert’s jersey being visibly grabbed, fueling fury among players, coaches, and fans alike.
Social media erupted within minutes. The phrase “Eagles got robbed” trended at #1 on X (formerly Twitter), with over 2 million posts in 24 hours. Several analysts, including former Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman, called for an official review of the officiating crew’s conduct.
One viral post summarized the fan sentiment:
“If this isn’t rigging, what is? The refs changed the outcome of the game — plain and simple.”
NFL Senior VP of Officiating Walt Anderson confirmed in a brief statement that the league found
“a series of critical officiating errors that failed to meet professional standards.”
The suspension is immediate and indefinite pending further investigation — marking one of the rare occasions in modern NFL history where an entire officiating crew has been disciplined following a single game.
For Eagles fans, the suspension offers little comfort. The damage, as many see it, has already been done — a win stolen, a legacy questioned, and the integrity of the league once again under fire.
Jaguars Fire Communications Director After Mocking Post on Texans Loss
Jacksonville, Florida
The Jacksonville Jaguars have fired their communications director after a controversial post on the team’s official fan page, made immediately following their 17-10 victory over the Houston Texans.
The post, which was deleted shortly after appearing, read: “They call themselves the Texans… but today they played like the Ex-Texans.” While intended as banter, the message quickly drew backlash for being unprofessional and disrespectful toward Houston.
According to team sources, ownership and senior leadership acted swiftly to address the fallout. The communications director responsible for the post was officially relieved of duties.
In a statement, the Jaguars said:
“The content posted on our official channels did not reflect the values of the Jacksonville Jaguars. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism and respect, both on and off the field. Corrective action has been taken immediately.”
Head coach Doug Pederson declined to comment directly on the firing but emphasized the team’s priorities: “We came here to win games, not to create distractions. All of our energy will remain on football, and only football.”
The post circulated briefly online, with rival fans mocking the tone and Texans supporters calling it “classless.” Many Jaguars fans also expressed disappointment, saying the incident overshadowed a hard-fought win in which Jacksonville’s defense held Houston to just 10 points and forced two turnovers.
The controversy stands as a reminder of the risks tied to social media missteps. For Jacksonville, the victory over the Texans should have been the headline. Instead, the spotlight shifted to an ill-judged post and the organization’s response off the field.
