Patrick Mahomes kissing refs meme, explained: Why AI-generated image goes viral during Chiefs games

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Daniel Chavkin
Patrick Mahomes kissing refs meme, explained: Why AI-generated image goes viral during Chiefs games image

As the Chiefs go for their third-straight Super Bowl victory, some NFL fans have become frustrated by certain aspects of their run. At the top of the complaints is how Kansas City is officiated, as many people believe the NFL gives the Chiefs the benefit of the doubt in that category.

Therefore, those on social media have gotten very creative in how they complain about the Chiefs. That obviously includes quarterback Patrick Mahomes, since he has become the face of the franchise and the centerpiece of this dynasty.

Here's a look at how fans have decided to show their displeasure with the way Mahomes and the Chiefs are officiated.

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Patrick Mahomes kissing ref photo

The Chiefs' fortune with the refs consistently annoys fans who believe Kansas City has gotten too many calls in their favor. As such, there is a viral photo on social media that shows Mahomes kissing a referee after a game.

Is the Patrick Mahomes kissing ref picture real?

Of course, the photo of Mahomes kissing a ref isn't real.

Someone created an AI-generated image featuring Mahomes and a fake referee embracing after a game to try to express displeasure with the way the Chiefs are officiated. 

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Patrick Mahomes kissing ref memes

While the image isn't real, fans still spread that specific image or similar images with captions expressing their own frustrations with perceived officiating biases.

As long as the Chiefs remain in the playoffs, people will complain that they believe the NFL and NFL officials are favoring Kansas City over the other teams.

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