Their 32–29 loss in the AFC Championship game was another heartbreaking moment, but some fans and analysts pointed to controversial officiating as a factor in the outcome. Speaking with the media, Bills head coach Sean McDermott was asked about the questionable calls that went against Buffalo.

With a Super Bowl trip on the line, the Buffalo Bills defense once again could not contain Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs.

Officiating is always a major storyline in the NFL playoffs, and when facing the Kansas City Chiefs in a high-stakes game, it becomes an even bigger concern. Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott recently made headlines when he admitted he warned his players before their AFC Championship matchup against Kansas City: “You’re not going to get calls.