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Aikman Slams Officiating as Dolphins' Playoff Hopes Dwindle

12/17/2025

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Troy Aikman criticized the officiating in the Steelers’ 28-15 win over the Dolphins, focusing on a taunting penalty against Dolphins linebacker Jordyn Brooks.
Aikman called the taunting penalty 'ridiculous' and said there was insufficient evidence.
He also criticized the Dolphins' fourth-quarter timeout management, and the loss ends Miami's playoff hopes and marks over 25 years since their last postseason victory, leaving the Dolphins at 6-8 after a four-game winning streak.

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Troy Aikman criticized the officiating in the Steelers’ 28-15 win over the Dolphins, focusing on a taunting penalty against Dolphins linebacker Jordyn Brooks.
Aikman called the taunting penalty 'ridiculous' and said there was insufficient evidence.
He also criticized the Dolphins' fourth-quarter timeout management, and the loss ends Miami's playoff hopes and marks over 25 years since their last postseason victory, leaving the Dolphins at 6-8 after a four-game winning streak.