Reid Blames Media After Chiefs’ Failed Sneak, Draws Fan Backlash

WHO:

Heavy NFL - Andy Reid was the Kansas City Chiefs’ head coach.

Heavy NFL - Justin Fields was the Chiefs’ backup quarterback.

Newsweek - Andy Reid asked the media how they felt about Justin Fields’ fumble.

Pro Football Network - Reid spoke to reporters after the Chiefs’ failed quarterback sneak; the article says media members criticized him in response.

WHAT:

Heavy NFL - The Chiefs defeated the New York Jets 35-12.

Heavy NFL - Kansas City lost a fumble on one of its first three possessions and punted on another of those possessions.

Heavy NFL - The fumble occurred as Fields attempted to execute a play.

Newsweek - Reid pointed to Fields’ fumble when he asked reporters for their views on it.

Pro Football Network - Reid ran a quarterback sneak against the Jets, and the attempt failed.

Pro Football Network - The article reports that NFL fans objected to Reid taking a dig at Chiefs fans after the failed sneak; its headline quotes reactions including “Next Level Pettiness” and “Beginning of the End.”

WHERE:

Heavy NFL - The game was between the Kansas City Chiefs and the New York Jets.

Pro Football Network - The failed quarterback sneak took place in the Chiefs’ game against the Jets.

WHEN:

Newsweek - The article describes the fumble as occurring on Sunday.

WHY:

Heavy NFL - The Chiefs’ offense had a rocky start, with a fumble and a punt among its first three possessions.

HOW:

Heavy NFL - Fields fumbled while attempting to execute a play for the Chiefs.

Pro Football Network - Reid addressed reporters after the failed quarterback sneak, prompting criticism from media members.

The Kansas City Chiefs beat the Jets 35 to 12 despite an early fumble and punt. Backup quarterback Justin Fields fumbled while trying to make a play during the game. After a failed quarterback sneak, coach Andy Reid questioned reporters about Fields’ fumble, drawing criticism.