Despite a subpar offensive performance from the Chiefs, they had a chance to equalize in the final offensive possession. However, two missed pass interference calls, one preventing Marquez Valdes-Scantling from catching the ball in the red zone, and the other impeding Travis Kelce’s potential game-saving touchdown reception, fueled claims of a rigged outcome.
Even Packers fans acknowledged the missed pass interference calls, speculating that officials refrained from making those calls to compensate for a questionable unnecessary roughness penalty against the Packers. Chiefs fans argued that the game was manipulated to favor the Packers’ playoff contention, emphasizing missed opportunities and expressing frustration with the perceived influence of sports betting, TV ratings, and storyline narratives.
Despite differing opinions, the Chiefs’ loss places them at 8-4, still leading the AFC West but falling behind in the conference’s top seed race. The disputed calls sparked debates on social media, with fans sharing their perspectives on the alleged rigging of the game.