Overview
- Patrick Mahomes’ first pass was tipped and intercepted by Laiatu Latu at the 3-yard line, and the Colts converted the short field for an early 7-0 lead.
- Travis Kelce scored on a direct snap, but the touchdown was nullified by a 15-yard facemask call on right tackle Jawaan Taylor that replays suggested lacked a grasp of the mask.
- Facemask fouls are now eligible for the NFL’s replay assist, yet it was not used on the play, and a coach’s challenge was not an avenue to overturn the penalty.
- Kansas City settled for a Harrison Butker field goal instead of a touchdown, contributing to a 14-9 Colts advantage at halftime despite the Chiefs leading in yards and first downs.
- CBS voices Tony Romo and Gene Steratore questioned the call and the absence of review, while fans criticized Andy Reid for not pursuing a review amid confusion over the rules.