Kelce admits to uncalled hold on Mahomes touchdown in Chiefs win

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce acknowledged on his podcast that he likely committed a holding penalty that was not called during Patrick Mahomes' 15-yard touchdown run in the team's 31-10 victory over the Denver Broncos on Monday night. The play, which gave the Chiefs a 7-0 lead, has sparked debate among fans and former players about officiating. Speaking on the New Heights podcast with his brother Jason, Kelce described the moment as "definitely a questionable play." He said he was concerned a flag would be thrown, stating, "I had the man up by his neck. Can't do it. Almost cost us." The uncalled penalty occurred on the play immediately after a Chiefs touchdown was nullified by an offensive holding call on rookie left tackle Kahlil Benson. The touchdown run was significant for Mahomes, who is returning from a torn ACL suffered last season. The play was shown on the broadcast, with ESPN analyst Troy Aikman noting the potential hold by Kelce on Broncos safety Talanoa Hufanga. However, no penalty was assessed on the field, and holding is not subject to replay review.