The past two weeks have been a banner showcase for a relatively rare NFL penalty: offensive offsides.
First, Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney was flagged for being offside on a critical play during Kansas City’s Week 14 loss to the Bills—a penalty that provoked one of the most emotional reactions of quarterback Patrick Mahomes's career.
Then, Broncos offensive lineman Quinn Meinerz was penalized for being offside on a fourth-and-goal play late in the third quarter against the Lions on Saturday. The questionable call took a touchdown off the board, forcing Denver to kick a field goal to cut Detroit’s lead to 18 rather than 14.