Mahomes Says He Is Fine After Robinson Roughing Call

Miami Dolphins linebacker Chop Robinson was penalized for roughing the passer after bringing down Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes during Sunday’s game, giving Kansas City an automatic first down. Mahomes said Tuesday he was doing well after the hit and remained in the game, while Robinson said he was unsure how he could have avoided the foul. The play came in the third quarter, when Mahomes released a pass and Robinson took him to the ground. The referee ruled that Robinson landed on the quarterback with his body weight. The penalty drew scrutiny because it extended Kansas City’s possession, though accounts differ on whether a separate penalty on the play would also have kept the drive alive. Robinson said after the game that he did not know what more he could have done, but would try to put his hands out earlier to cushion his fall. He said he had acted as he was taught and accepted that the officials had made their call. He also noted that defenders cannot practice hitting quarterbacks in the same way they do during a game. Mahomes addressed the hit at an event Tuesday, saying he felt fine and describing it as “a natural chiropractor.