Netflix’s newest docu-series featuring Patrick Mahomes is now live! After months of anticipation, the show has finally hit the screens, and it has definitely given more than what the audiences bargained for. The series takes a deep dive into the personal life of the Chiefs’ QB, exploring intimate details, not only about his glorious triumphs but also about the struggles he faced on his way to becoming one of the greats.
Titled, ‘The Final Chapter’, the finale of the beloved series, showcases the few days after Mahomes’ on-field injury while facing the Jaguars in the divisional round. The injury was mere days before the AFC championship, and its severity caused serious concerns over their upcoming battle against their biggest conference rival, the Bengals.
Patrick Mahomes worked day and night to get his ankle fixed
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The rivalry between the Bengals and the Chiefs has only become stronger over the years. Led by Joe Burrow, the Bengals are the only team to beat Mahomes three consecutive times. And to anyone’s surprise, Mahomes’ awkward fall following the tackle almost let the record stand. However, in the face of adversity, Mahomes conquered the pain, working day and night alongside his professional trainers.
Mahomes revealed in the finale, “Mentally I just told myself, every single day, I was like it doesn’t hurt, it doesn’t hurt,” showcasing his own unique way to deal with the injury. He went ahead and credited his talented trainers, who instantly started taking care of his ankle following the accident. Chiefs assistant Athletic trainer Julie Frymer also revealed how Patrick Mahomes is just the same off-court to on-court, as he faces life the same way, ruthlessly and in a dominative way.
Also, the Chiefs’ VP of Sports Medicine and Performance, Rick Burkholder, added how Mahomes and Julie had built a great trust with each other over the years, and their hard work is the sole reason for Mahomes’ recovery.
It was as painful as it could get for Mahomes’ ankle recovery
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Julie revealed how working with Mahomes isn’t as easy, as Mahomes is always impatient. Mahomes wanted to recover as fast as he could, but that’s not how any injury works, hence Julie’s comment. They were also seen performing several exercises and procedures for the recovery, including a method called ‘Cuppy’, which the 2x MVP definitely hated for being excruciatingly painful. This method helped separate the tissue to gain more range of motion.
The range of trainers and professionals worked very hard for Mahomes’ ankle recovery. Julie was not the only trainer who helped Mahomes mere days before the AFC championship. Several other people were also seen messaging and working on Mahomes’ leg in the finale of the series.
Although behind the scenes remained secret as of now, everyone knows how the outcome of the whole thing is. Mahomes not only led the team to the Super Bowl, defeating the Bengals. He also won the Super Bowl MVP for his unbeatable dedication to the game. As the season dawns near, it will be interesting to see, if the Chiefs dominate this season as well with Mahomes by their side.
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