Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 18/11/2025
Steelers Nation erupted in frustration to start the week as Hall of Fame legend Terry Bradshaw publicly called on the NFL to review a series of controversial decisions made by Bill Vinovich’s officiating crew during Pittsburgh’s 34–12 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. At the center of the outrage was the ejection of cornerback Jalen Ramsey — a ruling many believe was made hastily, unfairly, and without a full understanding of what actually happened on the field.
The incident unfolded in the fourth quarter when Ramsey was confronted with a series of provocations from Bengals players. Camera footage shows Ja’Marr Chase stepping into Ramsey’s face, shouting insults and spitting directly toward his face, escalating the situation. Ramsey reacted instinctively in a heated moment. Yet the officiating crew ejected only Ramsey — while the Bengals, who clearly initiated the confrontation, were not penalized in any comparable way.
Terry Bradshaw did not hold back when breaking down the sequence.
“I’ve watched football my entire life, and I know exactly when a player is being treated unfairly. Ramsey was clearly provoked — pushed into a situation no one could stay calm in — and yet he was the only one thrown out. That’s not just unreasonable, it makes me wonder whether we’re seeing something bigger behind those decisions.”
Bradshaw emphasized that the Steelers have faced questionable officiating for several seasons, arguing that situations like this cannot continue to be ignored. He stated the issue is no longer about one play — but about the lack of consistency in how NFL games are officiated.
“This isn’t the first time the Steelers have been hit with questionable calls,” Bradshaw added on-air. “And if the NFL wants to protect the integrity of this game, they have to reevaluate everything from the ground up.”
According to multiple reports, the NFL is expected to conduct an official review based on HD video angles that surfaced after the game — footage the officiating crew did not have access to at the time of their ruling. This has further solidified Steelers fans’ belief that Ramsey was treated unfairly.
Head coach Mike Tomlin remained composed but clearly disappointed. He stated that players must maintain control, but also subtly acknowledged that Ramsey was put in an almost impossible position.
With the 34–12 victory, Pittsburgh moved to the top of the AFC North. But the win has been overshadowed by controversy — and with Terry Bradshaw stepping forward, pressure on the NFL to address its officiating standards is certain to intensify in the days ahead.
