Pittsburgh Steelers star wideout Diontae Johnson can expect a fine from the NFL very shortly.
Johnson did not mince words in his post-game talk with reporters following the Steelers’ Week 8 home loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
“They wanted them to win…everything was in their (Jacksonville’s) favor. Every little call, but it is what it is.”
Johnson was responding to a reporter’s question about a non-call regarding a hit on quarterback Kenny Pickett that many thought should have been “Roughing the Passer.”
Pickett missed the second half with a rib injury following a hit from Adam Gotsis.
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The Jaguars were penalized six times for 72 yards, and the Steelers were called for a many penalties worth 52 yards.
Pittsburgh’s offense struggled without Pickett, as they mustered just seven points in the second half as the Jaguars cruised to a 20-10 victory.
