The Pittsburgh Steelers are facing a tense week as the NFL officially reviews whether to impose a one-game suspension on CB Jalen Ramsey after he threw a punch at Ja’Marr Chase during the 34–12 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. The final decision has not yet been announced. but the debate has already erupted. and Steelers Nation is waiting to see how the team responds. The biggest surprise came when head coach Mike Tomlin publicly defended his player with an unusually firm stance.
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Ja’Marr Chase straight-up spit in Jalen Ramsey’s face.
Tried to deny it, but the camera doesn’t lie. Embarrassing stuff!!! #NFL #Steelers
pic.twitter.com/naGP9lBB9Y— The Standard (@TheStandard412) November 16, 2025
Tomlin. long regarded as the emotional backbone of the Steelers. did not avoid questions about Ramsey’s outburst. Instead of criticizing him. he delivered a statement that left the press room silent. Tomlin reviewed the entire incident multiple times. from the moment Ramsey and Chase exchanged words to the point where Ramsey could no longer hold back. According to him. it was not just a punch. it was the reaction of a player who felt his own honor and the team’s honor had been crossed.
Tomlin spoke with emotion. making it clear he understood and supported his player:
“I understand why Ramsey reacted. He was not the only one disrespected. our whole team was dragged into a line no one deserves to be put on. When a player is pushed to the very edge. the instinct to protect your pride rises above everything else. If there is any responsibility to take. I will be the one to take it for him.”
According to internal sources. Ramsey insisted he was spit on before he responded. an action that most NFL players consider totally unacceptable. Even so. the NFL continues to gather evidence and review the severity of the incident. putting Ramsey at real risk of suspension.
Tomlin emphasized that the Steelers respect the NFL’s review process. but he also made it clear the team will not remain silent if its image is being misrepresented.
“We want everything to be seen fairly. And if necessary. we will defend the truth to the end.”
Tomlin’s strong stance immediately spread through the locker room. Ramsey received significant support from teammates. and the entire team views this moment as an embodiment of the Steelers’ identity. unity. resilience. and refusal to bow to injustice.
Whether a suspension comes or not. the Steelers head into the new week with renewed spirit. And with Mike Tomlin leading the way. Jalen Ramsey will not have to fight this battle alone.
