NFL admits they blew critical call on Pittsburgh Steelers' star safety

The Pittsburgh Steelers said the league office admitted they blew a key call on safety Minkah Fitzpatrick.

Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick & New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson in game. Pittsburgh Steelers vs. New York Jets on Oct. 20, 2024. Kylee Surike | Special to PennLive

The play came in the second quarter after the Jets' second touchdown of the game. As they attempted their extra point, Fitzpatrick leapfrogged over the left side of the line and blocked kicker Greg Zuerlein’s attempt. After the leverage call, the Jets would score a two-point conversion, putting them up 15-6.Minkah Fitzpatrick should NOT HAVE BEEN FLAGGED for the leverage play on Sunday Night Football, the league told Mike Tomlin.

The Steelers were irked about the play on the field. Special teams coordinator Danny Smith had to be held back by Tomlin after he charged after the referees who made the call. Pittsburgh would later get it back on a field goal in the second half, anyway.

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