Sean McDermott went off on refs after they ruled a Brandin Cooks' catch as an interception that cost them the game.

The Denver Broncos are heading to the AFC Championship Game and the Buffalo Bills are once again set to watch the Super Bowl from home. But while the Broncos are reveling in their victory, the Bills are ready to send some nasty messages to the referees that "helped them" get there.

Plenty of the discussion following the Buffalo Bills’ latest heartbreaking playoff defeat centered around the controversial interception ruling, which set the s

NFL fans think the officials “rigged” the Buffalo Bills and Denver Broncos Divisional Round game after a controversial finish. The thrilling showdown between the Denver Broncos and the Buffalo Bills went to overtime. Both teams had to punt on their opening possessions, setting the stage for Bo Nix and the Denver offense to play hero.

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Tre'Davious White didn’t hold back after a late pass interference flag, questioning officiating after Buffalo’s playoff exit.

A former LSU Tigers superstar spoke out with a brutal callout of NFL officials after the Buffalo Bills vs. Denver Broncos game.

Cheffers is the most senior referee assigned to a divisional-round game. He's been an NFL official for 26 seasons, including 18 as a referee. This contest will mark the 21st postseason assignment of his career, per Football Zebras. Cheffers has served as a referee during all rounds of the playoffs before, including three Super Bowls.

Game summary of the Denver Broncos vs. Buffalo Bills NFL game, final score 33-30, from January 17, 2026 on ESPN.