Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes received heavy criticism last week when it appeared that the officials gave him preferential treatment in a playoff game against the Houston Texans. The

The reaction was overwhelming on social media almost immediately, though one of the most prominent voices to comment belonged to Denver Broncos star cornerback Patrick Surtain II. "C'mon man, what we supposed to do when he sliding?" Surtain posted .

Patrick Mahomes said the Chiefs aren't getting favorable treatment from officials, who are "doing their best to call the game as fair and as proper as they possibly can."

Since the start of the 2024 NFL season, many have been calling out the Kansas City Chiefs and their quarterback, Patrick Mahomes, claiming they get special treatment from the referees as if everyone is against the team completing their three-peat.