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Chiefs edge Colts 33-30 in overtime amid commercial backlash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 5:51 AM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Chiefs edge Colts 33-30 in overtime amid commercial backlash

Summary

The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Indianapolis Colts 33-30 in overtime during Sunday Night Football. Patrick Mahomes threw three touchdown passes, contributing to Kansas City's strong start in the 2026 season. However, pre-game promotional content featuring Nikki Glaser drew criticism from fans for perceived bias towards the Chiefs. Some viewers expressed frustration over the commercial's tone, questioning the fairness of coverage. Despite the controversy, the Chiefs improved to 2-0 and will face the Miami Dolphins next week.

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By the Numbers

•Chiefs defeat Colts 33-30 in overtime.
•Patrick Mahomes throws three touchdown passes.
•Nikki Glaser's promo stirred controversy among fans.
•Fans criticized perceived bias in game coverage.
•Chiefs improve to 2-0 ahead of Dolphins matchup.

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5:51 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Who Paid For That?’ ‘What Happened to Neutral Coverage?’ — Outraged NFL Fans Question ‘Biased’ Chiefs Commercial Right Before SNF Kickoff

What they're saying

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Sunday night’s game between the Indianapolis Colts and Kansas City Chiefs ended with Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs wrapping up a thrilling 33-30 win in overtime. Mahomes threw three touchdown passes to help Kansas City continue its strong start to the 2026 season, but one turn of events during the Sunday Night Football showdown left plenty of fans frustrated.
— Yahoo Sports

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