Seahawks Legend Steve Largent Calls on NFL to Investigate Brad Rogers' Officiating Crew After String of Controversial Calls in Win Over Cardinals

Seahawks Legend Steve Largent Calls on NFL to Investigate Brad Rogers' Officiating Crew After String of Controversial Calls in Win Over Cardinals.

Seattle, Washington – November 10, 2025

The roar of Seattle’s 44–22 victory over the Arizona Cardinals still echoed through the city Monday morning — but not for reasons of celebration. What should have been a statement win turned into a brewing controversy, after Seahawks legend Steve Largent publicly demanded that the NFL investigate referee Brad Rogers’ crew for what he called a “series of unjust and dangerous decisions” that put players at risk and disrespected the integrity of the game.

#Seahawks WR Jaxon Sith-Njigba is being evaluated for a concussion. Here's the play where the collision happened: pic.twitter.com/hC78nPaLz5

— Arye Pulli (@AryePulliNFL) November 9, 2025

The turning point came late in the second quarter. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Seattle’s breakout wide receiver, was leveled by a helmet-to-helmet hit from Cardinals defensive back No. 25 while going for a short pass. The hit sent him crashing to the turf — no flag thrown. The crowd at Lumen Field erupted in disbelief, and moments later, Smith-Njigba was escorted to the sideline to be evaluated for a concussion.

NFL reporter Arye Pulli posted the footage on X, writing: “#Seahawks WR Jaxon Sith-Njigba is being evaluated for a concussion. Here’s the play where the collision happened.” The clip quickly surpassed 10,000 views, with one frustrated fan replying: “The Hawks need to have Outzs target Baker every play for the rest of the game.”

Largent, now 71, spoke with Seattle Sports Radio after the game — his voice calm but firm, his frustration unmistakable.

“I’ve watched football for over half a century, and I’ve never seen the trust of fans — especially Seahawks fans — tested like this,” Largent said. “A single mistake can be forgiven. But a string of missed, one-sided calls? That’s not incompetence anymore; that’s an integrity issue. If the NFL truly wants to protect its reputation, it needs to act — and act fast.”

Under Rogers’ officiating crew, the Seahawks were flagged nine times for 87 yards, compared to just three penalties on Arizona. Several borderline hits went uncalled, including a late shove on quarterback Sam Darnold in the third quarter that drew outrage from the Seattle sideline. Even head coach Mike Macdonald, usually stoic, had to be restrained after arguing with officials.

The NFL’s officiating department has yet to release an official statement, though internal sources confirmed the league is “reviewing all relevant plays.” Whether that leads to accountability remains to be seen.

But one thing is certain: Steve Largent’s words still carry weight in Seattle — and when he speaks, the league listens.

Because for the 12s, this wasn’t just about penalties.
It was about respect.