Referee assignment sparks concerns for Broncos in Chiefs matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 10:42 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs face the Denver Broncos in a divisional showdown on September 14, 2026. Veteran referee Clay Martin has been assigned to officiate, which raises eyebrows due to the Chiefs' unbeaten record of 8-0 under him during the Patrick Mahomes era. In contrast, the Broncos struggle with a 2-8 record in games officiated by Martin, highlighting potential officiating favoritism that may impact the game. Denver fans are particularly concerned given this history as the teams meet for a crucial matchup to open their regular seasons.
- •Chiefs and Broncos meet in a key divisional game.
- •Veteran referee Clay Martin officiates; Chiefs are undefeated with him.
- •Broncos have lost 8 out of 10 games officiated by Martin.
- •Denver fans express concerns over officiating favoritism.
- •Match scheduled for September 14, 2026.
- 10:42 PMYahoo Sports — Why NFL's Chiefs-Broncos referee assignment has Denver fans worried
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