Nick Wright defends the Kansas City Chiefs' playoff victory over the Houston Texans, arguing it wasn't just luck. NFL fined Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon for comments he never made about referees during the team's controversial playoff loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.
Key Points
Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon fined for comments he never made.
NFL re-issued the fine with Mixon's actual words after appeal.
Controversial penalties called against the Texans during the game.
Players and head coach criticized the officiating.
Patrick Mahomes defended the referees' calls.
Pros
Nick Wright defends the Kansas City Chiefs' playoff victory over the Houston Texans.
Joe Mixon's comments about referees were clarified after being falsely attributed to him.
Cons
Houston Texans received controversial penalties during the playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Public criticism of officiating is not allowed according to league rules.