Steelers' Damontae Kazee Suspended for Season-Ending Hit

Pittsburgh Steelers safety Damontae Kazee has been suspended for the rest of the regular season, including potential playoff games, after a hard hit on Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. Kazee's suspension comes as a result of repeated violations of rules aimed at protecting player health and safety. The hit, which led to Kazee's ejection from the game, was deemed a serious violation by the NFL. Coach Mike Tomlin defended Kazee, stating that he is not a dirty player. Kazee has been fined multiple times this season for unnecessary roughness violations, and his status as a repeat offender contributed to the severity of the suspension.