
Originally Posted by
VaughnP
I asked ChatGPT this after the Chiefs extended their record:
What are the odds of an NFL team winning 14 consecutive one score games?
"Winning 14 consecutive one-score games in the NFL is an extraordinary feat, and the probability of it happening depends on several factors, including the general win probability in one-score games and the team’s specific tendencies.
Baseline Probability of Winning One-Score Games
One-score games in the NFL are considered “coin flips” to some extent, as the outcomes are often determined by small differences in performance or luck. Historically, teams win approximately 50%-60% of one-score games depending on various factors (e.g., team quality, coaching, and situational skill).
Let’s assume a 55% win probability for simplicity (a strong but not dominant team in close games).
Probability of Winning 14 in a Row
The probability of winning 14 consecutive one-score games can be calculated using the formula for independent events:

Using a 55% win probability:

This means there is about a 0.04% chance (1 in 2,500 odds) of a team winning 14 consecutive one-score games under these conditions.
Factors That Could Influence the Odds
1. Elite Teams: If a team is significantly better than its competition, their win probability in one-score games might be higher (e.g., 65-70%). Even then, the probability remains extremely low.
• For a 65% win rate:  or 0.9% (1 in 111 odds).
• For a 70% win rate:  or 1.6% (1 in 63 odds).
2. Clutch Performances and Luck: Some teams may benefit from factors like exceptional quarterback play, coaching, or turnover luck, increasing their odds in tight games.
3. Non-Independence of Games: Real-world outcomes may not be truly independent. For example, a team with a psychological or tactical edge may win close games at a higher rate, which could skew the calculations.
Historical Context
Few teams have achieved such streaks. The 2022-2023 Minnesota Vikings won 11 consecutive one-score games, an NFL record at the time, before losing one. Their success was often attributed to clutch play and favorable variance, but it highlighted how rare such streaks are.
Conclusion
Even for a good team, the odds of winning 14 consecutive one-score games are extraordinarily slim, ranging from 0.04% to about 1.6% depending on their likelihood of winning a single close game."
Guys it is totally a coincidence that one team gets every controversial call or no call and plays by seemingly a different set of rules for holding and pass interference.