Cris Collinsworth Faces Backlash for Comments During Chiefs-Chargers Game

Cris Collinsworth, the color analyst for NBC‘s Sunday Night Football, is once again at the center of controversy following his comments during the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Los Angeles Chargers game on December 9, 2024. Fans took to social media to express their dissatisfaction with Collinsworth’s broadcasting style, particularly his perceived bias towards the Chiefs and quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

One of the most contentious issues arose when Collinsworth complimented Chiefs right tackle Jawaan Taylor for consistently getting away with false starts. Collinsworth praised Taylor for his technique, saying, “He’s definitely moving before the snap. So, good for him. If he can get away with it, it gives him an extra step. And that little lean back and he’s able to get it done.”

Fans were quick to criticize Collinsworth, with many expressing frustration over what they saw as his lenient and biased commentary. Comments ranged from suggestions that Collinsworth should be banned from calling nationally televised games to general annoyance with his announcing style.

The game itself saw the Kansas City Chiefs secure a narrow 19-17 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers, thanks in part to a stout defense and key plays by Patrick Mahomes. However, the focus on Collinsworth’s commentary overshadowed the game’s outcome for many viewers.