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Rodgers Rips Referees After Steelers' Controversial Loss

12/29/2025

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Aaron Rodgers criticized the referees for not calling pass interference on the final play of the Steelers' 13-6 loss to the Cleveland Browns.
The final play was an incomplete pass intended for Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
Valdes-Scantling said Browns cornerback Denzel Ward interfered on the play.
Analysts said the Steelers' offensive struggles contributed to the defeat.
The Steelers face Week 18 at the Baltimore Ravens, with the winner earning a playoff spot.

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Aaron Rodgers criticized the referees for not calling pass interference on the final play of the Steelers' 13-6 loss to the Cleveland Browns.
The final play was an incomplete pass intended for Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
Valdes-Scantling said Browns cornerback Denzel Ward interfered on the play.
Analysts said the Steelers' offensive struggles contributed to the defeat.
The Steelers face Week 18 at the Baltimore Ravens, with the winner earning a playoff spot.