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Steelers Criticize Officiating After Controversial Loss to Colts

Players and commentators dispute key penalty on Minkah Fitzpatrick in Pittsburgh's narrow defeat.

  • The Pittsburgh Steelers fell to the Indianapolis Colts 27-24, suffering their first loss of the season.
  • A controversial unnecessary roughness penalty on safety Minkah Fitzpatrick late in the third quarter was a focal point of post-game criticism.
  • Fitzpatrick and fellow safety DeShon Elliott argued that the hit was legal and not malicious, questioning the officiating standards.
  • Former Steelers linebacker James Harrison and commentators also voiced their disagreement with the call, suggesting it impacted the game's outcome.
  • Despite the loss, the Steelers remain atop the AFC North with a 3-1 record and will face the Dallas Cowboys next week.
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