The notion that the Kansas City Chiefs receive help from NFL officials to win games has become a hot topic among fans of rival teams. Some label it a theory, others call it a myth, and many dismiss it as a joke. Regardless, the idea has gained traction, much like the unlikely prospect of a team winning three straight Super Bowls.
Despite the chatter, Patrick Mahomes, the Chiefs’ star quarterback, is brushing off the claims with characteristic composure. When asked about the topic on Wednesday, Mahomes responded via Adam Teicher of ESPN, saying, “I don’t feel that way. At the end of the day, the referees are doing their best to call the game as fair and as proper as they possibly can. All you can do is go out there and play the game that you love as hard as you can and live with the results.”
Mahomes emphasized the ever-changing nature of NFL officiating, saying, “You get new referees every year, you get new circumstances, and you never can really tell because every play’s different and that’s what makes the NFL so special. I feel like I’ve just continued to play the game, and I just try to win, and whatever happens, kind of happens.”
Critics of the Chiefs often tie these claims to broader conspiracy theories, such as the NFL being “scripted.” These ideas are not only implausible but also logistically impossible to pull off without exposing such secrets.
The truth remains simpler: the Chiefs are an exceptional team, and Patrick Mahomes is one of the best players in the league. As with previous dynasties like Tom Brady’s Patriots, sustained success often breeds resentment. Eventually, the focus will shift to the next great quarterback and team, continuing the cycle of admiration and frustration that defines sports fandom.
