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NFL suspends two refs for ‘unprofessional conduct’ after wild player altercations

The NFL laid the hammer down on a pair of on-field officials for their behavior toward players on Sunday.

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 8:57 PM
NFL suspends two refs for ‘unprofessional conduct’ after wild player altercations
Key Things to Know
  • The NFL suspended officials Jeff Seeman and Adrian Hill for unprofessional conduct toward players.
  • Line judge Jeff Seeman received a two-game ban for cursing at Cardinals tight end Trey McBride.
  • Referee Adrian Hill was suspended one game after confronting Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson following a collision.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The NFL has suspended two on-field officials for unprofessional conduct toward players during Sunday's games. Line judge Jeff Seeman received a two-game suspension for cursing at Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride, while referee Adrian Hill was suspended for one game after snapping at Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson.

Vice president of officiating Ramon George issued the discipline following viral footage of the incidents. Seeman was caught on camera appearing to curse at McBride during a game against the Giants, prompting criticism from NFLPA executive director JC Tretter. Meanwhile, Hill confronted Wilson after the linebacker offered to help him up following an accidental collision.

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