NFL Officiating Controversy: Broncos' Christmas Win
Update: 2025-12-26
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In a Christmas Day NFL clash, the Denver Broncos upset the Kansas City Chiefs, but the real buzz is about the controversial officiating. Referee Bill Vinovichs crew drew heavy criticism for several questionable calls, including a false start penalty on Ben Powers that wiped out an offside on the Chiefs. Later, Pat Surtain drew a pass interference flag on an out-of-bounds throw, and Evan Engram was penalized for offensive pass interference on a mutual shove. The Broncos racked up five penalties for 57 yards, while the Chiefs didnt see their first flag until late in the fourth quarter. The games turning point came when the Broncos were awarded a free first down due to a Chiefs linemans offsides, leading to a touchdown and sealing the victory. These calls have reignited debates about NFL officiating consistency, particularly in high-stakes rivalry games.
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