Chiefs irate after NFL officials fail to throw flag on Dolphins in critical play

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman, quarterback Patrick Mahomes and coach Andy Reid were arrested after NFL officials held a penalty flag during the second quarter of the Chiefs' game against the Miami Dolphins on Saturday. I was furious.

Mahomes was looking for a deep pass to Hardman, and safety Brandon Jones appeared to get a piece of Hardman who was trying to break down the field.

No flag was thrown.

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Hardman was waving and yelling at officials after the play. Mahomes ran down the field with his arms outstretched in disbelief. Reid listened to one of the umpires on the sideline.

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The drive ended in a punt.

Kansas City entered the halftime locker room leading 16-7.

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid gestures during the first half of a wild card playoff game against the Miami Dolphins on Saturday, January 13, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

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Mahomes was 15-of-25 in the first half for 167 passing yards and one touchdown pass. Laci Rice led the team with six catches for 92 yards and one touchdown. Isaiah Pacheco rushed for 65 yards on 12 carries and had a big run of 23 yards.

Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa went 6-of-11 for 94 yards and a touchdown pass to Tyreek Hill. The wide receiver had three catches for 62 yards in the first half.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, 15, hits Miami Dolphins cornerback Eli during the first half of the NFL Wild Card Game on Saturday, January 13, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. Run in front of Apple. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

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The teams played in subzero temperatures, and Reed's mustache appeared frozen.

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