Mahomes slammed for outburst and ref complaints after loss

NFL Fans and Commentators Criticize Patrick Mahomes for Sideline Meltdown

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback⁤ Patrick Mahomes faced backlash from NFL commentators and fans after his emotional outburst on the sidelines following a tough loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday.

Upset about ⁤an‍ obvious ​offensive ‍offsides call against the ⁢Chiefs, ‌which⁢ likely cost them the game, Mahomes threw his helmet to the ⁣ground, yelled,⁣ and was held back by teammates⁢ in the aftermath of the loss. What stood out ​the most was Mahomes’ complaint to opposing QB Josh Allen about the⁤ call when the two met to shake hands — a moment ‍that’s usually a⁣ display ⁢of sportsmanship.

“Wildest⁣ f***ing call I’ve ever seen,” Mahomes is heard saying to Allen, in video captured by WROC-TV Sports Director Thad Brown. “Offensive offsides on that ⁣play, man. ⁢F***ing terrible.”

Allen pats Mahomes on the chest and walks away.

Patrick Mahomes was still upset about the ​offside call meeting with Josh Allen after the⁣ game. #Billsmafia pic.twitter.com/6TYGJ1xnS9

— Thad⁣ Brown (@thadbrown7) December 11, 2023

Further video shows Mahomes being held⁤ back by teammates while he passionately expresses his frustration towards ​the referees and their call.

Patrick Mahomes was NOT happy on the⁣ sideline pic.twitter.com/kFdVMF7PrM

— Ben Brown 🌻 (@BenBrownPL) December 11, 2023

Even after ⁢Mahomes had ⁣time ⁢to cool off, the QB continued to voice his complaints about the call during a ⁣post-game press conference.

Mahomes seemed⁣ to acknowledge ​that his teammate Kadarius Toney was indeed offsides, but argued that referees rarely make such⁢ a call without at ⁣least‍ giving a warning. He also expressed anger that teammate Travis Kelce’s impressive catch and pitch backward to Toney, who ran it in ‌for a touchdown,​ was negated by the offsides call.

“I mean, he [Toney] ⁤probably is barely offsides, but for the [referee] to ⁢take the game into his hands over a ​call like that, that doesn’t ⁢affect the play at all — at all, didn’t affect anything. I mean, it’s just tough,” Mahomes told the press.

#Chiefs Quarterback Patrick⁣ Mahomes when ‌asked about Von Miller being offsides. He gives his thoughts on the officiating‌ crew today. pic.twitter.com/YwmQhMXbAp

— Nick Jacobs (@Jacobs71) December 11, 2023

Fans online ripped Mahomes for his reaction⁣ to‌ the call,⁤ which most viewed ⁣as correct. Similarly, sports ⁢commentators criticized Mahomes for directing​ his⁣ anger towards the referees instead of Toney, who they argued was⁢ responsible for costing the Chiefs the game.

“I ​lost a little respect for Patrick Mahomes,” Sal Iacono⁤ reacted.​ “And I love that guy.” He added that offensive⁤ offsides is not something that’s “never called,” ‌as Mahomes insisted. “They called it twice last year, they called⁣ it 11 times this year — so they definitely call that,” Iacono said.

“I lost​ a little respect for Patrick⁢ Mahomes.”@BillSimmons and @TheCousinSal react ⁤to Mahomes’s meltdown in yesterday’s loss to Buffalo: pic.twitter.com/5lSHpta22I

—⁣ The Ringer (@ringer) December 11, 2023

“Beyond insane thing ‍to say to the opposing QB after the game,” posted Sports By The Book’s Jeff Parles, reacting to‍ Mahomes’ interaction with Allen.

Beyond insane ⁣thing to say to the opposing QB after the game https://t.co/S1amLXBCzv

— Jeff Parles (@jeffparles) December⁢ 11, 2023

“This is such a terrible look for Mahomes,” ESPN Radio host Jake Asman said. “Funniest⁤ thing is that it was the⁣ right ​call too and ⁤he gets ⁤more calls going his way ​than anybody!”

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How did NFL commentators react to Mahomes’ emotional outburst after the tough loss?

‌Hile others defended him, highlighting the frustrations that players feel after a⁤ tough loss. NFL ​commentators also weighed in ⁢on the incident,⁢ with some ⁤criticizing ‍Mahomes for his lack of composure and⁣ sportsmanship, while others acknowledged the intensity of the moment and understood his emotional response.

Criticism towards Mahomes centered mainly on his outburst towards Josh Allen during the post-game ⁣handshake. As an unwritten rule in ​sports, handshakes after games symbolize respect and sportsmanship between​ opponents. Mahomes’ complaint to Allen about the call⁢ went against this tradition and drew disapproval from fans⁣ and commentators alike.

Additionally, video footage showed Mahomes visibly upset on the sidelines, throwing his helmet to the ground and expressing frustration towards ​the referees. His emotional display was seen⁤ as⁢ unprofessional and​ lacking in composure.

Despite the criticism, Mahomes did have ​some supporters who⁣ sympathized with⁤ his frustration. ‍They argued that players, especially star quarterbacks like Mahomes, often face ⁢immense pressure to perform and win games. Losing a critical match, especially due to a controversial‌ call, can understandably lead to emotional outbursts.

During ‌the post-game press conference, Mahomes addressed the ⁤call and stood by his⁣ complaints, stating that while his teammate was indeed offsides, the⁣ nature of the call should have​ warranted a warning from‌ the referees.‍ He also expressed disappointment that a spectacular play by teammate⁣ Travis Kelce was ‌nullified by the call.

The incident has sparked⁢ a debate among fans and analysts ⁤about the expectations placed on professional athletes and the fine line between passion and⁤ sportsmanship. Some ⁤argue⁤ that Mahomes’‍ emotional reaction reflects his competitive drive and desire ‍to win. Others believe that he should have handled the‍ situation‍ with more maturity and composure, regardless ​of the circumstances.

Criticism and ​debate surrounding⁤ professional athletes are nothing new, as ​fans and commentators always have differing opinions on ⁢how ⁢players should​ conduct themselves on and off the field. As one ‌of ​the NFL’s biggest stars,⁤ Mahomes will continue ⁣to face scrutiny and be held to high standards.

Time will tell how ‍Mahomes responds to ‍the backlash and if⁤ he adjusts his behavior moving forward. Regardless, his sideline meltdown has sparked conversations about the emotional ⁤toll of the game and‍ the‍ expectation placed on players to ‍remain composed​ at all times.

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