NFL Issues Warning to Don La Greca Over Conspiracy Theory Claim: "NFL Won’t Let the Money-Maker Lose Three Straight"

September 17, 2025,

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The NFL has fired back at New York radio host Don La Greca following his outlandish conspiracy theory about the Kansas City Chiefs’ upcoming Week 3 clash with the New York Giants. La Greca’s claim that “the league won’t let the money-maker lose three straight” has sparked a formal warning from the NFL, threatening potential disciplinary action against the ESPN New York personality.

The controversy erupted after La Greca suggested on his show “Don, Hahn & Rosenberg” that the NFL would rig the game in favor of the Chiefs, who are struggling at 0-2, to prevent an 0-3 start against the also-winless Giants on September 21, 2025, at MetLife Stadium. Citing the Chiefs’ recent history of favorable referee calls and the high-profile engagement of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, La Greca predicted at least three questionable calls to ensure a Chiefs victory. “Call me a conspiracy theorist, ESPN can fire me,” he said, doubling down on his stance.

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The NFL’s response came swiftly via a statement released Tuesday: “The NFL does not condone baseless allegations that undermine the integrity of our game. Mr. La Greca’s comments are reckless and may invite further scrutiny. We reserve the right to take action.” This warning hints at possible fines or suspension, a rare move against a media figure, reflecting the league’s sensitivity to rigging accusations amid its global push.

La Greca’s theory gained traction after the Chiefs’ 0-2 start—the first in the Patrick Mahomes era—following losses to the Chargers and Eagles (20-17 in a Super Bowl LIX rematch). With Mahomes facing a three-game losing streak, the Sunday night matchup is a must-win, but only 5 of 41 teams starting 0-2 since 2020 made the playoffs (ESPN). La Greca tied the Chiefs’ “money-maker” status to their prime-time appeal and Kelce-Swift drama, fueling his narrative.

Chiefs fans on social media are split—some cheer the league’s defense, others joke about expecting “gifts” from refs. Giants fans, meanwhile, decry the bias. The NFL’s warning aims to quell such speculation before it impacts fan trust, especially with the game’s international broadcast.

As Week 3 nears, all eyes are on whether La Greca’s prediction holds or if the league’s warning silences the chatter. Stay tuned to ESPN for updates!

Based on reports from NFL.com, ESPN, and team statements.