What happened: The league sidelined line judge Jeff Seeman and referee Adrian Hill. The discipline follows player incidents in the Cardinals-Giants and Dolphins-Vikings games Sunday.

Why it matters: Suspensions of game officials are rare and underline conduct standards for player interaction. The move puts backup assignments in focus for upcoming crews. It also tests league accountability during the 2026 regular season.

What to watch: Watch for replacement assignments and any further league statement on conduct standards.