Amidst the Super Bowl LIX buzz, a persistent narrative emerged, suggesting NFL referees favored the Kansas City Chiefs. Former NFL officiating VP and current FOX Sports rules analyst Mike Pereira addressed these claims on "Fox & Friends," echoing Commissioner Roger Goodell's sentiment that while understandable given certain close calls, the notion of intentional bias is absurd.

Pereira emphasized that referees make split-second decisions, focusing solely on managing the game, not team colors. He attributed the Chiefs' lower penalty count to their disciplined play and emphasis on penalty prevention.

Preparing for the Super Bowl officiating crew presents a unique challenge, Pereira explained. Unlike regular season games, the Super Bowl features an "all-star" crew assembled from seven different teams, making it difficult to predict their tendencies.

Leading this year's Super Bowl LIX officiating team is Ron Torbert, who also oversaw Super Bowl LVI. Joined by a seasoned crew, including umpire Mike Morton and down judge Max Causey, among others, the group boasts a blend of experience, with Boris Cheek having officiated three prior Super Bowls.

Pereira acknowledged the challenge of achieving perfect officiating consistency with 128 individuals possessing varying judgment. His primary hope for the Super Bowl? Consistent officiating throughout all four quarters.

Ideally, Pereira hopes his commentary remains silent, indicating a controversy-free game. The Chiefs and Eagles faced off on Sunday, with FOX providing extensive coverage, including streaming on Tubi.