NFL investigates referee-Wilson incident during Vikings-Dolphins game
CBS NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 2:29 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
The NFL is reviewing an interaction between Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson and referee Adrian Hill during Week 4. The incident occurred in the Vikings' 15-10 victory over the Miami Dolphins when Wilson collided with Hill after being pushed. Wilson attempted to assist Hill after he fell but was met with criticism instead. A second official intervened to deescalate the situation. This incident is part of a broader review by the league, which is also looking into a separate incident involving Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride and an official. The NFL Players Association has called for accountability for officials.
- •Vikings beat Dolphins 15-10 in Week 4.
- •Wilson collided with referee Adrian Hill during the game.
- •NFL reviewing both Wilson's and McBride's interactions with officials.
- •NFLPA president JC Tretter criticized officials' conduct.
- •Mike Vrabel received an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty for remarks towards an official.
- 2:29 AMCBS NFL — NFL reviewing heated exchange between referee, Vikings' Eric Wilson
- 2:05 AMYahoo Sports — NFL reviewing incident involving referee Adrian Hill, Vikings' Eric Wilson
- 2:04 AMYahoo Sports — NFL reportedly looking into referee incident with Vikings LB Eric Wilson
"The league is reportedly looking into Referee Adrian Hill making contact with Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson.
"The league is looking into two separate incidents involving a player and an official during Week 4
"Hill seemed quite upset with Wilson after he was inadvertently pushed into the official.
Sources
External links- CBS NFLOct 5, 2026, 2:29 AMNFL reviewing heated exchange between referee, Vikings' Eric Wilson
The league is looking into two separate incidents involving a player and an official during Week 4
- Yahoo SportsOct 5, 2026, 2:05 AMNFL reviewing incident involving referee Adrian Hill, Vikings' Eric Wilson
Hill seemed quite upset with Wilson after he was inadvertently pushed into the official.
- Yahoo SportsOct 5, 2026, 2:04 AMNFL reportedly looking into referee incident with Vikings LB Eric Wilson
The league is reportedly looking into Referee Adrian Hill making contact with Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson.
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