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Vikings Owner Zygi Wilf Demands NFL Investigation into Aaron Rodgers After Viral 'Banned Substance' Video

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Dublin, Ireland — September 29, 2025 — The fallout from the Pittsburgh Steelers' 24-21 victory over the Minnesota Vikings in the NFL's first Dublin game has taken a dramatic turn, with Vikings owner Zygi Wilf calling for an immediate league investigation into Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The demand follows a viral video showing Rodgers inhaling a substance moments before his 80-yard touchdown pass to DK Metcalf in the second quarter.

Wilf, in a strongly worded statement released Monday, accused the Steelers of violating NFL rules on banned substances. “The video is clear—Rodgers was using smelling salts, a prohibited aid, right before making a play that swung the game,” Wilf said. “Player safety and competitive integrity are non-negotiable. We urge the NFL to launch a full probe into this incident and hold all parties accountable.”

The controversial clip, captured by NFL Network cameras, depicts Rodgers cracking open a small vial and taking a deep inhale during a huddle before launching the deep ball to Metcalf, putting Pittsburgh up 14-3. The Steelers (3-1) held on for the win, with Rodgers finishing 18-of-22 for 200 yards and a touchdown. Vikings owner Wilf, whose team fell to 2-1, labeled the moment “unacceptable,” tying it to broader concerns about Rodgers' history of head injuries and the league's 2025 smelling salts ban.

“We’ve seen Rodgers’ past with concussions—2010 Grade 1, 2018 concerns—and this raises red flags about masking symptoms,” Wilf added. “The NFL must investigate to protect the game.” The video has sparked debate on X, with #RodgersSmellingSalts trending and fans divided: some defending it as a common practice, others echoing Wilf's call for scrutiny.

The NFL has not commented, but under league policy, such allegations could lead to fines or staff discipline for the Steelers, though game outcomes remain unaffected. Rodgers dismissed the uproar postgame: “Focus on football—that’s my game.” As the Steelers prepare for Week 5, Wilf’s push puts pressure on Commissioner Roger Goodell to address the controversy, potentially escalating tensions in the NFC North race.

Coach Brian Schottenheimer Fires Back at Aaron Glenn’s “Referee Bias for Cowboys” Claims After Dominant Win Over Jets
Coach Brian Schottenheimer Fires Back at Aaron Glenn’s “Referee Bias for Cowboys” Claims After Dominant Win Over Jets East Rutherford, New Jersey – October 6, 2025 – The Dallas Cowboys’ convincing 37–22 victory over the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium should have been a powerful statement from quarterback Dak Prescott and the Cowboys’ explosive offense. However, it has been overshadowed by post-game controversy after Jets head coach Aaron Glenn accused referees of showing favoritism toward Dallas. Speaking to reporters after the loss, Glenn expressed frustration over what he called “biased officiating” that changed the game’s momentum.“There were a few moments that should have gone our way, but didn’t,” Glenn said. “It’s hard to compete fairly when the calls keep going in one direction. This is frustrating for both the players and the fans.” The accusations centered around a third-quarter sequence when the Jets were penalized with a holding penalty, putting them in a third-and-long situation, leading to a sack on QB Justin Fields. The Jets argued that this call was unfair, giving the Cowboys an opportunity to score and widen the gap. However, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer dismissed Glenn’s claims, calling them “baseless and unbecoming.”“I respect Coach Glenn, but blaming the referees isn’t how we operate,” Brian said. “We played strong, disciplined football. The decisions were reviewed and confirmed by the officiating crew. That’s football. There’s no bias—just effort, preparation, and execution.” Brian, in his fifth season leading the Cowboys, emphasized that the victory came from resilience and teamwork, not from favorable calls.“We fight for every inch on the field,” he added. “If you want to win in this league, you do it with performance—not complaints. The Cowboys earned that victory fair and square.” The win improved the Cowboys’ record to 2–2–1, solidifying their momentum in the NFC playoff race, while the Jets fell to 0–5, still struggling to find offensive rhythm. Meanwhile, Glenn’s remarks are likely to draw scrutiny from the NFL office, as publicly criticizing officiating violates league policy. Under the bright lights of MetLife Stadium, the Cowboys once again showed why they are America’s Team—resilient, composed, and ready to silence all the noise.