Troy Aikman Calls Out Chicago Bears' Win Over Steelers: "It Was Gifted"

In a game that had fans on the edge of their seats, the Chicago Bears' 31–28 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on November 24, 2025, wasn’t just a nail-biter—it turned into a lightning rod for controversy. While the Bears celebrated their victory, it was the post-game remarks from Fox Sports’ Troy Aikman that truly stole the spotlight.

Aikman, known for his sharp analysis and no-holds-barred commentary, launched into an impassioned tirade immediately following the game. The former quarterback didn't mince words when he dissected the Bears’ performance. His criticism was pointed, taking direct aim at the game’s officiating and the Bears' luck in securing the win.

“Let’s get something straight — that victory wasn’t earned. It was gifted,” Aikman boldly declared, his voice filled with palpable frustration. The NFL Hall of Famer went on to accuse the Bears of having benefited from more than just their own effort on the field. “You don’t beat a team like the Steelers with execution or discipline — you beat them with luck. Chicago lucked into that win. Lucked into the momentum. And frankly, it looked like they lucked into a little help from the officials too.”

As Aikman’s commentary gained steam, his disapproval became even more intense, taking shots not only at the Bears’ performance but also at the integrity of the game itself. “Tell me how Pittsburgh — a team that controlled long stretches — walks out of that stadium with a loss? They played real football tonight. Chicago played with fortune on their side,” he remarked, underscoring the feeling that the Steelers were denied a hard-earned victory.

The most explosive moment came when Aikman turned his focus to the officiating. “The officiating was embarrassing. The favoritism toward Chicago was blatant — and the whole country saw it,” he said, his words hitting like a thunderclap. It didn’t take long before social media exploded with reactions to Aikman’s fiery statements, with fans and analysts alike chiming in with their own opinions on the controversial win.

Minutes after Aikman’s scathing comments, the spotlight shifted to the Bears' head coach, Ben Johnson, who addressed the media with an icy calm that contrasted sharply with Aikman’s heated remarks. Johnson, who had just witnessed his team’s victory, delivered a rebuttal that would silence the debate in an instant. He stepped to the podium and, without hesitation, delivered a sharp and definitive message: “We don’t need anyone’s validation — the scoreboard says it all.”

The remark was short, but it carried the weight of a leader who had been forced to defend his team’s honor. Johnson’s response, concise yet powerful, instantly quelled the storm, making clear that the Bears would not engage in any back-and-forth. It was a statement of resolve—a coach confident in the outcome, despite the controversy swirling around it.

As the debate over the game rages on, it’s clear that this victory will not be easily forgotten. Aikman’s accusations and Johnson’s defiant response have set the stage for what could be a contentious week ahead. One thing is for certain: the Chicago Bears’ 31–28 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers will go down in history as one of the most talked-about games of the season.

BREAKING: Four referees who officiated the game between the Washington Commanders and Miami Dolphins have been suspended pending investigation after the NFL discovered they overlooked multiple Dolphins violations that significantly affected the outcome of the game, causing the Washington Commanders to unfairly lose...

In a stunning turn of events following the Washington Commanders’ heartbreaking 13–16 overtime loss to the Miami Dolphins in Week 11 (played November 16, 2025 in Madrid), the NFL has announced the suspension of four referees who officiated the game. The league’s investigation uncovered several significant errors made by the officiating crew that directly impacted the outcome of the game, leaving Commanders fans and players questioning the fairness of the contest. 

The game, held at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Spain, saw the Commanders mount a late‑game push after trailing earlier. However, the momentum shifted when key calls—or lack thereof—went against Washington, culminating in Miami’s field‑goal victory in overtime. 

One of the most glaring missed calls occurred in overtime when the Commanders’ quarterback Marcus Mariota threw an interception on the first play of the extra period, but prior to that Washington had missed a 56‑yard field goal attempt with just seconds remaining in regulation—an opportunity to avoid overtime entirely. 

Another pivotal moment came late in the fourth quarter when the Commanders’ offense reached the red zone and a holding penalty should have been called to stop the Dolphins from gaining favorable field position; the no‑call allowed Miami to regain momentum and eventually send the game to overtime. 

The NFL’s decision to suspend the four referees underscores the seriousness with which the league handles officiating issues. In an official statement, the NFL reiterated its commitment to fairness and accountability, stressing that these suspensions are part of an ongoing review process to uphold the integrity of the game.

For the Commanders, the loss drops their season record to 3–8. Despite the frustration, head coach Dan Quinn remains determined to refocus his team. “We’ll take this one on the chin and move forward. Our focus is on the next game, and we will continue to fight,” Quinn stated.

As the NFL continues its investigation into the officiating crew, the Commanders and their supporters await further updates, hoping for accountability and transparency in the handling of this controversial situation.

Tennessee Titans Must Find Answer to Inexcusable Run Game

When a rookie quarterback is the team's leading rusher, there's clearly a problem. In the Tennessee Titans' tenth loss of the season, QB Cam Ward led the way with six carries for 37 yards with his first career rushing touchdown.

He finished with career highs in rushing attempts and yards, two numbers the team never expected. Having just activated running back Kalel Mullings off the IR, he was a non-factor as neither RB Tony Pollard nor RB Tyjae Spears made any sort of impact in their 30-24 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

The Downfall Of Tony Pollard

Despite having three straight 1,000-yard seasons, it's going to take a miracle for Pollard to reach that total this season. He's averaging a career low 3.9 yards per carry, something the Titans can't be happy with. Sure, this team's offensive line hasn't been great, but that doesn't excuse the fact that the 28-year-old isn't holding his weight.

Pollard signed a three-year, $21.75 million deal to come to Tennessee last season. Thankfully for the Titans, he has a potential out next season, which would change his contract to a two-year, $14.5M deal with only $2M in dead cap, according to Spotrac.

Should the team move on from Pollard in the offseason, they'll need to figure out if Spears is RB1 material. Pollard continued to carry the workload against Seattle as he had 11 carries for just 20 yards. Even though he had five more carries than Ward, he finished with 17 less rushing yards. Spears had just three carries for four yards as Ward was forced to throw the ball 42 times.

Tyjae Spears Looks To Flip The Script

Moving forward, the Titans' best option at the RB position seems to be Spears. The 24-year-old may be injury-prone, but he's shown signs of greatness when given the opportunities. For whatever reason, Tennessee went back to Pollard as RB1 despite Spears outperforming him in past weeks.

Spears may not be a true NFL RB1, but his combination with Mullings could unlock a new potential for this team. The run game isn't going anywhere until their offensive line gets better, but having a pair of young, fast, hungry running backs could make a huge difference.

For what it's worth, Spears is averaging 4.6 yards per carry, which is a career high. It's come in a smaller sample size, so it'll be interesting to see if he can keep up this pace for the remainder of the season. He's 80 yards shy of 1,000 in his career, a total he should reach within the next three weeks.

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