Who knew that tackling a toddler’s bedtime could be tougher than facing a blitzing linebacker? For NFL superstar Patrick Mahomes, it’s just another day in the endzone of fatherhood.

Brittany Mahomes recently shared a heartwarming glimpse into the Mahomes household’s nighttime ritual. In an Instagram story that’s melting hearts, we see the Chiefs‘ quarterback cozied up with both his kids, Sterling and Bronze, for storytime.

“Sterling’s Job is to hold the flashlight so they can see the book,” Brittany captioned the sweet snapshot. But here’s the twist – it seems little Bronze wasn’t content being a benchwarmer in this bedtime game plan. Brittany added, “Bronze started getting very mad he didn’t get to participate in Sterling and dad’s bedtime routine, so he now has been added and mom gets to watch this sweetness.”

This tender moment offers fans a timeout from Mahomes’ on-field heroics, showcasing his MVP performance in the dad department. It’s a far cry from the high-stakes pressure of Arrowhead Stadium, yet equally important in the Mahomes playbook of life.

The bedtime story session isn’t just about winding down; it’s a testament to Patrick’s commitment to being present for his family. Despite the demands of being an NFL superstar, Mahomes knows the importance of these quiet moments. As he once shared on the “Impaulsive” podcast, “[Brittany’s] a Hall of Fame mom and a Hall of Fame wife, [which] makes it a lot easier. I mean, when you get to come home and your best friend’s there and you can just hang out, it makes you want to be there all the time.”

The Patrick Mahomes’ parenting playbook from tantrums to touchdowns

While bedtime stories might be smooth sailing, the Mahomes family isn’t immune to the occasional parenting fumble. Bronze, it seems, has a knack for throwing curveballs – and tantrums – that would challenge even the most seasoned quarterback.

During a recent family getaway to Mexico, Bronze decided the beach wasn’t his scene. Brittany found herself in full mama-bear mode, handling her son’s meltdown with the grace of a veteran player. Patrick, fortunately, was out of the line of fire for this particular beach blitz.

But don’t think Patrick always gets to call an audible when the parenting gets tough. During another vacation, Brittany caught Patrick in classic dad mode, patiently waiting out one of Bronze’s sidewalk sit-ins. “From one dad job to the next dad job,” Brittany quipped in her Instagram story, as Patrick calmly sipped a beer while Bronze wailed away.

It’s not just vacations that bring out Bronze’s spirited side. The little guy seems to have inherited his dad’s passion for sports – golf, in particular. Brittany once shared a video of Bronze throwing a fit when told “golf is over.” “Dude loves golf,” she captioned, adding, “Ball is life!”

Despite the occasional rough patches, the Mahomes clan tackles parenting with teamwork and humor. Whether it’s Patrick patiently waiting out a tantrum or the whole family enjoying “Doughnuts and Bluey” on a lazy Sunday morning, they’re writing their playbook on balancing fame, family, and the occasional toddler tornado.

Patrick’s approach to parenting mirrors his philosophy on the field. As he shared in October 2022 on “Football in America,” he plans to “stay out of the way” when it comes to his kids’ potential athletic interests. “I’m going to help teach my son, my daughter, all the fundamentals and whatever they want to learn. But at the same time, I want to let it be about them,” he explained.

This hands-off approach seems to be working, as evidenced by Bronze’s early love for golf and Sterling’s eagerness to join in family activities. The Mahomes family’s ability to find joy in simple moments – like their “perfect Sunday” of doughnuts and cartoons – shows that even with all the glitz and glamour of NFL stardom, it’s the little things that truly matter.

In the game of parenting, there’s no perfect score. But with their mix of patience, love, and a healthy dose of laughter, Patrick and Brittany Mahomes are proving they’re championship material both on and off the field. As Brittany once captioned a photo of Patrick with the kids, “Just love them” – a simple yet powerful mantra for this extraordinary family.