Stephen A Smith Claims NFL Favors the Chiefs Due to Taylor Swift

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ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith suggests that Taylor Swift’s fandom for the Kansas City Chiefs, along with quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ star power, may subconsciously influence NFL officials to favor the team during games.

The Chiefs’ recent victory over the Texans in the AFC Divisional Round sparked controversy due to questionable penalties that benefited Kansas City.

While former NFL officiating chief Walt Anderson defended the calls as part of the league’s focus on player safety, many players and coaches, including Texans’ DeMeco Ryans, expressed frustration over perceived bias in officiating.

Despite differing opinions on the matter, the prevailing feeling in the football world is that the Chiefs often receive favorable calls, with Smith’s theory adding an intriguing twist to the ongoing discussion.