“They must have got paid good today!” Steelers WR Diontae Johnson accuses the referees of foulplay as he blames them for Pittsburgh’s loss to the Jaguars

After Sunday's loss, Steelers are 4-3 and are in a spot of bother.

“They must have got paid good today!” Steelers WR Diontae Johnson accuses the referees of foulplay as he blames them for Pittsburgh’s loss to the Jaguars

Diontae Johnson (via Imago)

The Jacksonville Jaguars emerged victorious in a close encounter against the Pittsburgh Steelers this Sunday. The match ended 20-10 in the favor of the Jaguars. However, it also marked some controversial and unfortunate events. Kenny Pickett, the Steelers QB, suffered an injury and left the field. It is to be seen when he makes a comeback to the field.

Nonetheless, the match will be remembered for the frustration that the wide receiver of the Steelers showed after the match. Diontae Johnson did not hide his agony and openly criticized the referring in front of the media. He even alleged the referees for being ‘partial,’ towards the Jaguars. His reaction was shocking, however, that did not prevent him from expressing himself in front of the media.

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I don’t care what nobody is saying; they cost us the game. They wanted them to win. Everything was in their favor, every little call. They were calling some stupid stuff. They should get fined for making terrible calls. That’s how p*ssed I am.
Johnson in the post game locker room interview

He launched a shocking allegation after that. Johnson implied that the referees were paid to make decisions against the Steelers. 

They must have got paid well today or something.

Johnson was pivotal against the Jaguars. The WR had eight receives for 83 yards, but that was not enough. The Steelers lost and presently they are standing with a 4-3 record. They have some important fixtures in the pipeline. The team will face the Tennessee Titans in the next game and it is to be seen how they make a comeback from this loss. 

Trouble brews for the Pittsburgh Steelers after Kenny Pickett injury

More trouble brewed for the Pittsburgh Steelers as Kenny Pickett suffered an injury in the first half of the game. He was ruled out of the game.

The team is keeping a close eye on the situation of the QB. However, an update is missing on his present condition. If he gets well, then he will play the next game. However, the situation is unsure. 

Diontae Johnson
Diontae Johnson (Via Bleacher Report)

On asked about their signal caller’s status, HC Mike Tomlin said:

I don't have any understanding of that, no.

The Steelers’ offense had a bad showing against the Jaguars. They were restricted to only 10 points. Kenny Pickett left the field and despite Johnson’s effort, the Steelers only managed to earn a small amount of points. 

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