Linda Cohn critiques Brittany Mahomes and Kelly Stafford for public comments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 1:29 PM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Former ESPN anchor Linda Cohn discussed Brittany Mahomes and Kelly Stafford’s recent criticisms of the NFL on her podcast. Mahomes expressed frustration over a false start penalty against her husband, Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, during a critical moment in their November 1 game against the Denver Broncos, which Kansas City lost 28-24. Stafford took issue with the Rams’ scheduling, noting they have only ten days between games instead of the standard fourteen. Cohn emphasized that both women should expect public responses to their comments, suggesting they consider their audience before posting on social media. The Rams are scheduled to play the Packers on November 25 at SoFi Stadium.
- •Linda Cohn criticized Brittany Mahomes and Kelly Stafford for their public criticisms.
- •Brittany Mahomes commented on a controversial penalty during the Chiefs' loss at Denver.
- •Kelly Stafford raised concerns over the Rams' unusual scheduling of ten days between games.
- •Cohn advised both women to anticipate public responses to their statements.
- •The Rams will host the Packers on November 25 at SoFi Stadium.
- 1:29 PMYahoo Sports — Brittany Mahomes, Kelly Stafford get reality check from ex-ESPN anchor Linda Cohn
"The former SportsCenter anchor said marriage to a quarterback doesn’t exempt anyone from criticism.
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