BREAKING: Sam Darnold Faces Backlash from Chiefs Fans After Congratulating Eagles Instead of Kansas City – His Response Sparks a Firestorm

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Sam Darnold has unexpectedly found himself in hot water with Kansas City Chiefs fans after he congratulated the Philadelphia Eagles on their victory instead of acknowledging the Chiefs’ Super Bowl win. The backlash has been swift, with Chiefs supporters flooding social media with criticism, accusing Darnold of being disrespectful and biased against Kansas City.

Darnold’s Controversial Congratulatory Message

Following the Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory, many players and public figures took to social media to congratulate Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and the rest of the team. However, in a move that stunned fans, Darnold instead posted a message congratulating the Philadelphia Eagles—a team that didn’t even win the game.

“Huge respect to the Eagles, what a great season and an incredible effort. Nothing but admiration for that team and organization,” Darnold wrote in his now-viral post.

This immediately set off Chiefs fans, who felt slighted by the lack of acknowledgment of their team’s hard-fought championship win.

Chiefs Fans React with Outrage

It didn’t take long for Chiefs Kingdom to respond. Fans flooded social media, questioning whether Darnold had a personal bias against Kansas City or if he was simply salty over the 49ers’ own struggles to beat the Chiefs in big games.

“Why is Sam Darnold out here acting like the Eagles won? Did he even watch the game?” one fan wrote.

“Darnold still mad that the 49ers couldn’t get past the Chiefs? This is pathetic,” another fan tweeted.

Some even speculated that Darnold’s words could create tension in NFL locker rooms, as quarterbacks typically show support for their fellow players, especially after a championship victory.

Sam Darnold’s Response Adds Fuel to the Fire

As the criticism piled up, Darnold finally addressed the backlash in an interview, but his response only made things worse.

“Look, I don’t owe anyone an explanation for who I choose to congratulate,” Darnold said. “The Eagles had an incredible season, and I have a lot of friends on that team. I don’t see the issue here.”

Instead of defusing the situation, his comments only added to the controversy, with many Chiefs fans seeing his remarks as dismissive and arrogant.

“So he just ‘chooses’ not to congratulate the actual Super Bowl winners? Got it,” one fan remarked.

Another added, “This just proves he’s not that guy. A leader would acknowledge greatness, not be petty about it.”

NFL Analysts Weigh In

The drama surrounding Darnold’s comments has now extended beyond fan outrage, with several NFL analysts debating whether this was a simple misunderstanding or a calculated snub.

Former players and commentators have defended Darnold, arguing that he was simply showing support for a team he respects. Others, however, believe that congratulating the losing team instead of the winners is a bad look for an NFL quarterback.

“You don’t have to love the Chiefs, but at least show some respect,” one analyst said on a national sports show. “If you’re going to congratulate anyone, start with the actual champions.”

What’s Next for Darnold?

While this controversy may seem minor, it could impact how fans and even fellow players perceive Sam Darnold moving forward. In an era where every social media post is scrutinized, this incident is a reminder that even the smallest gestures—or omissions—can lead to major backlash.

For now, Darnold appears unapologetic, and Chiefs fans don’t seem ready to let this go anytime soon.

This story is still developing. Stay tuned for more updates.