Jason Kelce defends suspended NFL refs after retracting initial criticism
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 8:49 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Jason Kelce recently retracted his criticism of NFL officials after their suspension for unprofessional behavior. The NFL suspended line judge Jeff Seeman for directing profanities at Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride and referee Adrian Hill for his outburst at Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson. Initially, Kelce defended Wilson following the incident where Hill was knocked down but later voiced support for both suspended officials on his podcast, noting he has had similar heated exchanges with referees. Kelce also paid tribute to his former Eagles teammate Lane Johnson, who retired recently after 13 seasons in the NFL.
- •NFL suspended two officials for unprofessional conduct on October 5, 2026.
- •Jason Kelce initially defended Eric Wilson but later supported both referees.
- •Kelce praised Lane Johnson following his retirement announcement.
- •Kelce hosts a podcast titled 'New Heights' with brother Travis Kelce.
- 8:49 PMYahoo Sports — Jason Kelce Retracts “Bogus” Take and Defends Suspended Refs Who Cursed at Players
"Jason Kelce has long been retired, but is still fondly remembered as one of the best centers in the NFL. He is remembered for his heroics on the field with the Philadelphia Eagles. Kelce has been enjoying his retirement since then, often working on the sidelines as an analyst. He also has a popular podcast […] The post Jason Kelce Retracts “Bogus” Take and Defends Suspended Refs Who Cursed at Players appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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