3S.VIDEO RELEASED: The Steelers have officially announced internal discipline for Jalen Ramsey after his heated punch at Ja’Marr Chase — and GM Omar Khan just broke his silence.
The Pittsburgh Steelers moved swiftly Sunday afternoon after defensive back Jalen Ramsey was ejected for throwing a punch at Ja’Marr Chase during a heated fourth-quarter exchange that instantly went viral across the NFL world. The penalty flipped momentum, ignited fan outrage online, and raised immediate questions about whether the league would issue a suspension.
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But before the NFL office could even comment, the Steelers made their move.
The team issued internal discipline mirroring the type of penalty used in previous high-profile conduct cases. According to team officials,
Ramsey has been fined $20,000 internally, which represents roughly 20–50% of his weekly salary, with all proceeds going to team-affiliated charities, including longtime Pittsburgh initiatives supporting at-risk youth and community health programs.
Ramsey accepted the fine and left the stadium without public comment, though multiple teammates privately called the situation “messy,” insisting the broadcast didn’t capture the full picture.
Jalen Ramsey says he was spit on by Ja’Marr Chase and that’s what induced the penalty and subsequent ejection.pic.twitter.com/qcKF9deNbx — Chatterbox Sports (@CBoxSports) November 16, 2025
And GM Omar Khan made sure the full picture reached the league office.
In a firm but measured statement, Khan defended the franchise’s accountability while demanding fairness in how league discipline is handled.
“Ramsey has been held accountable,” Khan said. “His actions do not reflect the standards we expect. But after reviewing the tape, we also saw Chase spitting at Ramsey first and repeatedly provoking him. I’m urging the NFL to take a closer look, because respect has to go both ways.”
Driving home, was telling my wife that the only reason Ramsey reacted like that with justification is if Chase spit on him…. Welp!
I’d be surprised if Ja’Marr Chase isn’t suspended next week!
pic.twitter.com/OYNu6oZEL7 — ChrisG_Steelers ⚫️🟡 (@CGillis2021) November 16, 2025
Khan’s strategy is clear. By disciplining the player internally and presenting evidence of mutual provocation, Pittsburgh hopes to pre-empt a league suspension that could weaken the defense heading into a crucial stretch of the season.
The incident adds yet another layer to the heated Steelers-Bengals rivalry, already known for emotional swings, hard hits, and moments that toe the line of control. As the league reviews the footage, Pittsburgh braces for the next chapter in what has become a season-defining storyline.
Broncos Rule Out 6 Key Players vs. Giants
Denver, CO — The Denver Broncos are facing a major setback heading into their Week 7 matchup against the New York Giants
, officially ruling out six key players due to a growing list of injuries that’s hitting both sides of the ball.
Among the most notable names is linebacker Dre Greenlaw
, who remains sidelined with a quadriceps injury. Though recently “designated to return” from injured reserve, he has not yet been activated and will miss another week as he continues rehabilitation.
Garret Wallow, another linebacker, was placed on injured reserve (hamstring) on October 14, ruling him out for at least four games. The loss further depletes Denver’s depth at linebacker — a position already strained with multiple players listed as questionable.
The offensive line also took a serious hit. Matt Peart (knee) and Ben Powers (biceps) have both landed on injured reserve, leaving the Broncos without two critical blockers. Peart’s injury came during practice early this week, while Powers — one of the team’s most consistent linemen — was placed on IR on
October 11.
At tight end, Lucas Krull continues to recover from a broken foot, which landed him on IR earlier this month. His absence leaves the Broncos short-handed in heavy sets and goal-line formations.
The injuries add up to a difficult test for head coach Sean Payton, who now faces the challenge of adjusting both offensive protection and defensive rotations. With Jonathon Cooper
and Jonah Elliss also listed as questionable, the Broncos’ depth will be pushed to its limit against a desperate Giants team.
Despite the adversity, Denver remains focused on maintaining momentum after their Week 6 victory over the Jets. Payton emphasized the importance of next-man-up mentality in his post-practice address, saying the team’s resilience will define them moving forward.
The Broncos will look to rely on their young core — and the energy of the home crowd at Empower Field — as they battle through one of their toughest weeks of the 2025 season.
