NFL fans criticize referees for missed call in Bills-Broncos playoff game

NFL officials are expected to be ready in the playoffs with a shot at the Super Bowl on the line, but fans found out they missed a crucial penalty during Sunday’s game between the buffalo bills and Denver Broncos.

The Bills drove down the field just after halftime. jose alen put the offense within a few yards of a touchdown. On third down, Allen was forced to take a sack because there were no open receivers. But there was a reason no receiver could separate himself from his defender.

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Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is tackled by Denver Broncos defensive tackle DJ Jones during the wild card playoff game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, in Orchard Park, New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid appeared to be held in the end zone by Denver Broncos defensive back Patrick Surtain II. The referees did not flag the play and the Bills were forced to settle for a field goal to make the game 13-7.

Head referee Bill Vinovich was seen talking to Allen before Buffalo kicked the ball.

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Buffalo Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid is tackled by Denver Broncos linebacker Justin Strnad during the playoff game at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York, on Jan. 12, 2025. (Images by Mark Konezny-Imagn)

NFL fans were not happy with the lack of a penalty, especially at such a crucial point.

Buffalo was looking to prevent any Denver comeback attempt. They were able to score a touchdown in the second half to take the lead. The Broncos had a chance to tie the game but Will Lutz missed a field goal.

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Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix passes against the Buffalo Bills, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025, in Orchard Park, New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

bo nix He started the scoring with a 43-yard touchdown pass to Troy Franklin in the first quarter. The Broncos haven’t scored since.

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