The NFL disciplined two referees for inappropriate behavior toward players after a line judge was caught on video seemingly swearing at Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride during a game. The NFL Players Association called the behavior unacceptable.
The video footage quickly spread online, putting pressure on the league to respond. The NFL acted within days, confirming the suspensions in a statement to reporters. Officials are almost never disciplined this way, making the decision unusual by league standards.
In a different development, the Seattle Seahawks are set to sign veteran running back Joe Mixon to their practice squad. Mixon brings experience to a running back group that needed a veteran presence.