Patrick Mahomes’ wife joins him in publicly expressing frustration after Chiefs’ painful loss
Chiefs Learn the Hard Way: Winning Can Turn You into the Villain
As any New England Patriots fan who has seen the seminal Batman film “The Dark Knight” can tell you: You either stop winning, or you win long enough to see yourself become the villain.
The Kansas City Chiefs — ostensibly the current NFL team and franchise best equipped to replicate the historic 20-year winning stretch of former Patriots star Tom Brady and current coach Bill Belichick — have found themselves learning this lesson in real time after the outsized bellyaching coming from the team following its controversial 20-17 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday afternoon.
In a back-and-forth game that saw Kansas City roar back from an early 14-0 deficit, the Chiefs erupted late in the fourth quarter when they thought that they had scored the go-ahead touchdown off of an incredibly slick lateral from Taylor Swift’s boyfriend.
TRAVIS KELCE LATERAL TO TONEY GETS CALLED BACK
(via @NFL)
pic.twitter.com/KIYYNAopAy— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 11, 2023
As that X post noted, the brilliant lateral from Chiefs star Travis Kelce to embattled receiver Kadarius Toney was negated because the latter player was (clearly) lined up offsides on the critical play:
This was at the moment the ball was snapped pic.twitter.com/LynhCj3lCU
— Jonathan Jones (@jjones9) December 11, 2023
It was an unequivocally correct — if perhaps mildly nitpicky — call that took away a potential Chiefs game-winning touchdown. (The team was losing 20-17, which would end up also being the final score, at the time of the revoked touchdown.)
Despite the inherent correctness of the call, that didn’t stop the Chiefs from utterly freaking out about the offside penalty during and after the game.
Everyone from Chiefs superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes to head coach Andy Reid were livid that the referees didn’t follow some unspoken decorum on the critical play. (Typically, when a player checks in with a referee as an eligible receiver, a referee will gently let them know that they’re offsides when lining up. It’s not a hard rule, and it’s not clear whether Toney checked with the referees.)
Mahomes, in particular, was spotted on the sidelines throwing a massive tantrum:
Patrick Mahomes was NOT happy on the sideline pic.twitter.com/kFdVMF7PrM
— Ben Brown (@BenBrownPL) December 11, 2023
Mahomes’ wife, Brittany Mahomes, appeared to take the cue from her husband and also went over-the-top with her complaining after the game.
Taking to Instagram Stories (which self-delete after a set amount of time), Mrs. Mahomes took a quick video of a referee from the game with the simple caption: “MVP.”
Patrick Mahomes’ wife, Brittany, on Instagram… https://t.co/tP4TAI8ojd pic.twitter.com/QzxNUWjtn3
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) December 11, 2023
The implication was clear, if not heavy-handed: Brittany Mahomes thinks that the most valuable players on the field during her husband’s second straight loss were the zebra crew members.
This complaining has drawn swift ire from fans who don’t want to hear this whining from a team that has benefited from calls in the past — sometimes with beneficial missed calls stretching over an entire game.
Who’s going to tell her that her Husband has gotten bailed out by the refs more than anyone in history
— 49ers & NFL News 24/7 (@49ersSportsTalk) December 11, 2023
The irony is CRAZY
— Santa Dom (@itsdomyoutube) December 11, 2023
What role do mistakes by officials play in the outcome of a game, and how should athletes respond to them?
To be equally as upset, expressing her frustration on social media:
This is so frustrating 😡
— Brittany Matthews (@brittanylynne8) December 11, 2023
While it’s understandable that the Chiefs would be disappointed with the outcome of the game, their reaction raises questions about sportsmanship and grace in defeat. It is important to remember that mistakes by officials are part of the game, and blaming them for a loss does not demonstrate good sportsmanship.
The Chiefs have been a dominant force in the NFL for several years, and with that success comes increased scrutiny and pressure. But it is crucial for athletes and teams to handle both victories and defeats with poise and dignity.
In this particular case, the Chiefs’ reactions may have been fueled by frustration over a series of close losses in recent games. However, it is essential to maintain composure and respect for the game, the officials, and the opposing team.
Furthermore, the Chiefs’ behavior sends a message to their fans and young aspiring athletes. Sports can teach valuable life lessons, such as integrity, perseverance, and humility. It is disappointing to see a team that has achieved so much success in recent years lose sight of these important values.
Ultimately, winning can indeed turn a team into the villain if they allow their success to cloud their judgment and sportsmanship. It is important for the Chiefs and other teams to reflect on their attitudes and actions in moments of defeat and strive to be better examples for their fans and the next generation of athletes.
A true champion is not only defined by their victories on the field, but also by how they handle themselves in moments of adversity. The Chiefs have an opportunity to learn from this experience and come back stronger, both as players and individuals.
As for the rest of us, let this be a reminder of the importance of sportsmanship and the value of humility, whether we win or lose.
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