NFL Reviewing Heated Altercation Between Referee and Vikings Defender
The Minnesota Vikings had a linebacker run into a referee on Sunday. The NFL investigated the play and the response.
The NFL is investigating a scuffle between Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson and referee Adrian Hill during a Week 4 matchup between the two teams on Sunday. This was the second such incidence involving officials and players on the same day, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The Vikings, who have started the season with a perfect 4-0 record, held off the Miami Dolphins to a 15-10 victory.
However, Wilson's actions drew the attention of the NFL for his interaction with Hill. As Wilson was trying to get past a blocker, he collided with Hill, causing the referee to fall to the ground. Wilson approached Hill to assist him, but the referee refused, rose, and began shouting at Wilson. The league has initiated a review of the incident after reviewing security footage.
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