NFL suspends officials Jeff Seeman for two games, Adrian Hill for one

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Last updated Oct 5, 2026

NFL suspends officials Jeff Seeman for two games, Adrian Hill for one
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The NFL has suspended line judge Jeff Seeman for two games after he was recorded swearing at Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride during the game against the New York Giants on October 1, 2026. The incident occurred late in the fourth quarter when Seeman confronted McBride about a penalty not called on Giants' Dru Phillips. Arizona ultimately lost the game 36-24. Referee Adrian Hill received a one-game suspension for unprofessional conduct in a separate incident involving the Miami-Minnesota game. The suspensions come as the league seeks to hold officials accountable for their behavior.

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  • •Jeff Seeman suspended for two games for swearing at Trey McBride.
  • •Incident occurred with under five minutes left in the game.
  • •Arizona Cardinals lost to New York Giants, 36-24.
  • •Referee Adrian Hill suspended for one game for separate misconduct.
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  • 8:55 PMESPN — NFL suspends 2 officials for conduct toward players
  • 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — NFL announces suspensions for two officials who showcased 'unsportsmanlike conduct' in Week 4
  • 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — NFL suspends official Jeff Seeman 2 games, referee Adrian Hill 1 game for unprofessional conduct
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NEW YORK (AP) — The NFL has suspended line judge Jeff Seeman two games for swearing at Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride during the team’s loss to the New York Giants on Sunday.Seeman was caught on camera cursing at McBride, which drew the ire of union leader JC Tretter, a retired offensive lineman who played eight seasons.

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The NFL has suspended line judge Jeff Seeman for two games for appearing to swear at Cardinals tight end Trey McBride. Referee Adrian Hill has been suspended one game for a separate incident in the Vikings' win over the Dolphins.

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After each had viral exchanges in Week 4 games, officials Adrian Hill and Jeff Seeman have been disciplined by the NFL.

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