NFL fans angry with Patrick Mahomes after selflessness loses game

The Kansas City Chiefs beat the New York Jets 23-20 on Sunday Night Football.

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Patrick Mahomes had an off-night, throwing two interceptions.

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Mahomes could have thrown a third interception, but it was overturned on a controversial defensive holding call.

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Mahomes iced the game on a scramble that would have been a touchdown, but he slid just before reaching the end zone.

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This resulted in a "bad beat" for NFL fans who bet on the Chiefs to cover the spread.Mahomes was looking for the win, not to cover the spread.

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Wilson had the best performance of his young career, completing 28-of-39 passes for 245 yards and two touchdowns.The Chiefs are now 3-1 on the season.

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Some NFL fans are upset with Mahomes for sliding instead of scoring a touchdown, as it resulted in a "bad beat" for bettors.

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Mahomes and the Chiefs are focused on winning games, not covering spreads.

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