Patrick Mahomes took a major step in solidifying his position as the likely MVP this NFL season. With the win on Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks, and having already clinched the AFC West Divisional title for the seventh straight season, the Kansas City Chiefs look forward to a post-season with expectations. However, Patrick’s brilliance on-field has a secret sauce.
The Chiefs’ quarterback calls it fear. In the game against the Seahawks, Patrick Mahomes ran for a touchdown from a 3rd down when he found no receivers from the pocket. However, it wasn’t the TD that caught the attention of the NFL world, but the way the 2020 Super Bowl MVP finished the play. The dive to reach the pylon for the winning TD could have had serious injury-related consequences. However, Mahomes thinks his speed while running with the ball makes all the difference.
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When teammates asked Patrick what he thought about Seattle QB Geno Smith being faster than him, Mahomes didn’t exactly have the trash-talking MVP candidate response. Moreover, Mahomes accepted his limited shortcomings. “He is, but like, he doesn’t run as scared as I do. That fear puts that speed into me. They should’ve had somebody like chasing me on my 40 [NFL workouts]. I’d have run like 4.4 seconds, really,” the youngest NFL MVP said on the sidelines. And fans shared their thoughts in the replies.
It is a special gift to watch the talent of @patrickmahomes play football every week. 🐐
— bryce (@Mapletreejr) December 27, 2022
Patrick you are not afraid of anyone. You step up and get it done!! You are amazing to watch! Good Job!!
— Bravolover (@DottieP11) December 28, 2022
We scared for you too, lol. Run homie run!
— Rhiannon M Corwin (@corwin_rhiannon) December 27, 2022
You stay scared Patrick. We want you 2 play football 4 a very long time.
— Thurston Jennings (@Thurstonjennin1) December 28, 2022
The classic “I can run faster scared than you can mad.”
— Trane (@LaneCompton5) December 27, 2022
Damn man! It’s called game time speed and ain’t no shame in that..
— justheretotrack (@justheretotrack) December 27, 2022
Mahomes stood by his words as he retweeted the video with five laughing emojis.
Pat McAfee thinks Patrick Mahomes doesn’t give himself the credit he deserves
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After the 24-10 win against the Seahawks, Patrick Mahomes explained his actions. Mahomes believes that even though he wasn’t the strongest player on the field, his football IQ puts him on a superior shelf of NFL quarterbacks. “I’m not gonna say I’m the strongest guy in the world. But I’ve done a little bit to hold myself up,” the Warrior Chief said. And former Indianapolis Colts punter Pat McAfee is mighty impressed with what he saw at Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday.
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Dec 24, 2022; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) dives for a touchdown against Seattle Seahawks linebacker Jordyn Brooks (56) during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports
“This happens to people who are great. Genius. F—–g football brilliance! Athleticism through the roof. And a guy that can make every throw. Make every read. And he can run a lot better than anybody gives him credit for because he doesn’t give credit to himself for his running ability,” the talk show host said on The Pat McAfee Show.
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The combination of his throwing and rushing abilities makes him one of the deadliest quarterbacks to face. However, there are a few in that department currently in the league who are also racing Patrick Mahomes for the MVP tag. Namely, QBs Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, and Jalen Hurts. And this year’s playoff action will undoubtedly stand on its high expectations.
