History of Patrick Mahomes in Timeline
Patrick Mahomes is an American football quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs. Since becoming the Chiefs' starting quarterback in 2018, he has led the team to remarkable success, including six consecutive AFC Championship Game appearances, four Super Bowl appearances, and three Super Bowl victories. Mahomes's exceptional performance and achievements in his seven NFL seasons have earned him recognition as one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history. His skill and leadership have consistently placed the Chiefs among the top contenders in the league.
1966: Leading the League
In 1966, Len Dawson was the last Chiefs quarterback to lead the league in passing touchdowns.
1970: Chiefs' First Super Bowl Appearance Since 1970
In 2020, the Kansas City Chiefs made their first Super Bowl appearance since Super Bowl IV in 1970.
1983: Chiefs Draft History
In 1983, the Kansas City Chiefs selected Todd Blackledge as the seventh overall pick in the first round of the NFL draft. Mahomes was the first quarterback selected by the Chiefs in the first round since then.
1993: Chiefs Last Home Playoff Win
1993 was the last time the Kansas City Chiefs had won a home playoff game until they beat the Indianapolis Colts on January 12, 2019.
September 17, 1995: Patrick Mahomes II is born
On September 17, 1995, Patrick Lavon Mahomes II was born in Tyler, Texas.
1999: Kurt Warner wins NFL MVP and Super Bowl MVP
In 1999, Kurt Warner won both the NFL MVP and Super Bowl MVP awards.
2006: Mahomes' parents divorce
Patrick Mahomes' parents, Pat Mahomes and Randi Martin, divorced in 2006.
2011: Back-to-Back Player of the Week Awards
In 2011, Tom Brady was the last quarterback to win back-to-back player of the week awards at the start of the season, a feat Mahomes repeated.
2013: Mahomes excels in High School Sports
During his time at Whitehouse High School, Mahomes showcased his athletic talent in football, baseball, and basketball, believing his pitching and basketball skills honed his quarterbacking abilities.
2014: Mahomes Named Maxpreps Male Athlete of the Year
In 2014, Mahomes was recognized as the Maxpreps Male Athlete of the Year for his outstanding performance in high school sports during the 2013-2014 academic year.
2014: Mahomes drafted to MLB but commits to Texas Tech
In 2014, Mahomes was selected by the Detroit Tigers in the 37th round of the MLB Draft. However, he chose not to sign a contract, honoring his commitment to Texas Tech University for football.
2015: Mahomes' Breakout Sophomore Season at Texas Tech
During his sophomore year at Texas Tech in 2015, Mahomes became the starting quarterback and led the Red Raiders to a 7-6 season. He consistently performed well, exceeding 350 passing yards in ten games, including four games with over 400 yards.
2016: Mahomes Focuses on Football, Leaving Baseball
In 2016, Mahomes made the significant decision to leave baseball and dedicate himself solely to football.
January 3, 2017: Mahomes Declares for the NFL Draft
On January 3, 2017, Mahomes announced his decision to forgo his final year of college eligibility at Texas Tech and enter the NFL Draft.
July 20, 2017: Drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs
On July 20, 2017, the Kansas City Chiefs selected Patrick Mahomes as the 10th overall pick in the first round of the NFL Draft. To secure their pick, the Chiefs traded their first-round and a third-round pick in 2017, as well as their first-round pick in the 2018 draft. This marked a significant move for the Chiefs, as Mahomes became the first quarterback they drafted in the first round since Todd Blackledge in 1983. Shortly after, on July 20, 2017, Mahomes officially signed a four-year contract with the Chiefs worth $16.42 million, including a signing bonus of $10.08 million.
2017: Mahomes is Drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs
Patrick Mahomes was selected 10th overall by the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2017 NFL draft.
2017: Pre-Draft Rise
In 2017, Mahomes emerged as a top prospect for the NFL Draft. He impressed scouts with his strong arm, showcasing a 60 mph throw at the NFL Scouting Combine, tying the record for the fastest pass. Mahomes garnered high rankings from various analysts and drew interest from 28 NFL teams, participating in 18 private workouts and official visits.
January 30, 2018: Named Starting Quarterback
On January 30, 2018, the Kansas City Chiefs traded Alex Smith to the Washington Redskins, paving the way for Patrick Mahomes to become their starting quarterback. In his first game as a starter, Mahomes led the Chiefs to a 38-28 victory over their division rivals, the Los Angeles Chargers. He delivered an impressive performance, throwing for 256 yards and four touchdowns without any interceptions, resulting in a passer rating of 127.5. His stellar debut earned him the AFC Offensive Player of the Week award. Mahomes's first career touchdown pass was a memorable one, a 58-yard completion to wide receiver Tyreek Hill in the first quarter.
2018: Record Setting 2018 Season
During the 2018 season, Mahomes had a series of notable games, including a 478-yard passing game, setting a record for most passing yards in a single game by any quarterback that season.
2018: Mahomes Signs Multiple Endorsement Deals
Following his MVP season in 2018, Patrick Mahomes signed numerous endorsement deals with companies such as Hunt's, Oakley, Essentia Water, Hy-Vee, State Farm, DirectTV, Adidas, and Head & Shoulders.
2018: Mahomes becomes starting Quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs
In 2018, Mahomes became the starting quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, following the trade of Alex Smith to the Washington Redskins.
2018: Record-breaking Season for Mahomes
In 2018, Mahomes had a standout season, throwing for 5,097 yards, 50 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. He set the record for most passing yards in a single season in both college and the NFL, and he achieved 5,000 yards and 50 passing touchdowns in a season, a feat only previously accomplished by Peyton Manning.
2018: Trade for Draft Pick
In 2018, The Kansas City Chiefs traded their first round draft pick as part of the deal to move up in the draft and select Patrick Mahomes in the 2017 NFL Draft.
2018: Mahomes' Breakout Season Impacts NFL Scouting
Patrick Mahomes' impressive performance in the 2018 season led NFL general managers and scouts to prioritize quarterbacks who could improvise and make plays outside of designed structures.
January 12, 2019: Chiefs First Home Playoff Win Since 1993
On January 12, 2019, the Kansas City Chiefs secured a 31-13 victory against the Indianapolis Colts in the Divisional Round of the playoffs. This win marked the Chiefs' first home playoff win since the 1993 season. Mahomes delivered a strong performance, passing for 278 yards with no interceptions and even contributing a rushing touchdown. This victory earned the Chiefs the opportunity to host the AFC Championship game at Arrowhead Stadium for the first time in franchise history.
April 2019: Mahomes Establishes '15 and the Mahomies Foundation'
In April 2019, Patrick Mahomes launched the '15 and the Mahomies Foundation,' a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children.
2019: MVP Season
In 2019, Mahomes had a standout season, earning him numerous accolades, including his first Pro Bowl selection, First Team All-Pro honors, the 2019 Best NFL Player ESPY Award, and the Kansas City Club 101 Awards AFC Offensive Player of the Year. Most notably, he was named the NFL MVP, a historic moment as it marked the first time a Kansas City Chiefs player received this prestigious award. His exceptional performance also earned him recognition from his peers, ranking him as the fourth-best player on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2019.
2019: Mahomes leads Chiefs to Super Bowl LIV Victory
In 2019, Patrick Mahomes led the Kansas City Chiefs to their first Super Bowl appearance in 50 years, winning Super Bowl LIV against the San Francisco 49ers. Mahomes was named Super Bowl MVP for his performance.
April 30, 2020: Chiefs Pick Up Fifth-Year Option and Mahomes Signs Ten-Year Extension
On April 30, 2020, the Kansas City Chiefs picked up the fifth-year option on Patrick Mahomes's contract. On July 6, 2020, Mahomes signed a ten-year contract extension worth $477 million with another $26 million in potential bonuses for a total of $503 million.
September 1, 2020: Mahomes Proposes to Brittany Matthews
On September 1, 2020, Patrick Mahomes proposed to his high school sweetheart, Brittany Matthews, in a suite at Arrowhead Stadium, the same day he received his Super Bowl LIV championship ring.
2020: Mahomes' 2020 Season
The 2020 NFL season saw Patrick Mahomes achieve several milestones and accolades. He started strong, securing two AFC Offensive Player of the Week awards in the first four weeks. Mahomes delivered impressive performances, including his seventh career 400-yard game. Notably, he broke NFL records for passing yards and touchdowns in a quarterback's first 75 starts. His exceptional performance earned him the AFC Offensive Player of the Month award for November. Mahomes continued to set records, establishing a franchise record for rushing touchdowns by a quarterback and earning his fifth Pro Bowl selection. In a Week 17 victory, he reached 5,000 passing yards for the second time in his career and set the NFL record for most total yards in a season by a quarterback. He also broke his own Chiefs' franchise record for passing yards in a season.
2020: Mahomes Named to Time 100 List
Patrick Mahomes was named one of the most influential people of 2020 by Time magazine.
2020: Mahomes Becomes the Face of Madden NFL 20
Patrick Mahomes was selected as the cover athlete for the Madden NFL 20 video game, marking the first time a Kansas City Chiefs player was featured on the cover.
2020: Successful Season Despite Injuries
In 2020, Patrick Mahomes had a successful season despite injuries, including an ankle sprain and a dislocated patella. He led the Chiefs to a 12-4 record, their fourth consecutive division title, and a playoff berth. He was named to the Pro Bowl but did not play due to his participation in Super Bowl LIV.
2020: Mahomes Begins Participating in Celebrity Golf Tournaments
Patrick Mahomes began participating in celebrity golf tournaments starting in 2020, including the American Century Championship.
2020: Mahomes Joins Kansas City Royals Ownership Group
Patrick Mahomes became a minority owner of the Kansas City Royals baseball team in 2020.
2020: Super Bowl LIV Victory
In 2020, Patrick Mahomes led the Kansas City Chiefs to a victory in Super Bowl LIV against the San Francisco 49ers. Mahomes was named Super Bowl MVP, becoming the youngest quarterback and third-youngest player to receive the award.
2020: Mahomes and Mathieu Launch Voter Registration Project
In 2020, Patrick Mahomes and Tyrann Mathieu initiated a voter registration project in Kansas City to encourage residents to register for the 2020 Presidential Election.
2020: Mahomes Signs Record-breaking Contract
In 2020, Mahomes signed a 10-year contract extension worth $477 million with an additional $26 million in potential bonuses, totaling $503 million. This marked the fourth-largest contract in sporting history.
2020: Mahomes Achieves Milestones and Named AFC Offensive Player of the Week and Month
During the 2020 season, Patrick Mahomes achieved several milestones, including his fourth fourth-quarter comeback, the NFL record sixth time overcoming a 10+ point deficit to win, and becoming the fastest quarterback to surpass 10,000 career yards. He was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week twice and AFC Offensive Player of the Month for November.
March 12, 2021: Mahomes Restructures Contract to Save Chiefs Salary Cap Space
On March 12, 2021, Patrick Mahomes restructured his contract with the Kansas City Chiefs to save the team $17 million in salary cap space.
August 16, 2021: Mahomes Announces Signature Shoe with Adidas
On August 16, 2021, Patrick Mahomes announced the release of his own signature shoe, the Mahomes 1 Impact FLX, as part of his endorsement deal with Adidas. The shoe was later released on August 23.
2021: Mahomes' 2021 Season
During the 2021 NFL season, Patrick Mahomes had a mixed bag of successes and challenges. He started strong, earning AFC Offensive Player of the Week in Week 1 after a win against the Browns. However, he experienced setbacks, including his first September loss and interception. He set career highs in rushing yards and passing attempts during a Week 5 loss to the Bills. Mahomes endured a career-worst six-game interception streak, highlighting a challenging period. He bounced back with impressive performances, including a record-tying game with 400+ passing yards and five touchdowns. Despite a career-high in interceptions, he led the Chiefs to a 12-5 record and their sixth consecutive AFC West title, earning a Pro Bowl nomination.
2021: Mahomes Joins Sporting Kansas City Ownership Group
In 2021, Patrick Mahomes joined Sporting Club, becoming part of the ownership group for the Major League Soccer team, Sporting Kansas City.
2021: Mahomes Invests in Whataburger Franchise Expansion
In 2021, Patrick Mahomes joined an investment group aiming to expand the Whataburger fast food chain into Missouri and Kansas, focusing on the Kansas City and Wichita metropolitan areas.
2021: Mahomes Undergoes Turf Toe Surgery and is Ranked Top Player in the NFL
Three days after Super Bowl LIV, Patrick Mahomes underwent surgery to repair a turf toe injury he sustained during the divisional round game against the Cleveland Browns. He was named the top-ranked player in the NFL by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2021.
March 12, 2022: Mahomes and Matthews Marry
Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Matthews were married on March 12, 2022.
2022: Mahomes Featured in 'Quarterback' Documentary
Patrick Mahomes was featured in the NFL Films and Netflix documentary series 'Quarterback', which documented his 2022 NFL season.
2022: Mahomes Participates in 'The Match'
In 2022, Patrick Mahomes participated in 'The Match,' a celebrity golf tournament. He teamed up with Josh Allen, but they lost to Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers.
2022: Mahomes' 2022 Playoffs
In 2022, Patrick Mahomes participated in his first Wild Card Round, leading the Chiefs to victory against the Steelers with a franchise record for passing yards in a playoff game. He continued his strong performance in the Divisional Round, securing an overtime win against the Bills in a game considered one of the greatest playoff games ever. Despite throwing for three touchdowns in the AFC Championship Game against the Bengals, two interceptions, including one in overtime, led to a loss. Mahomes was ranked eighth on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2022.
2022: Mahomes Appears in Coors Light Commercial
In 2022, Patrick Mahomes appeared in a Coors Light commercial, cleverly working around NFL regulations that prohibit players from endorsing alcoholic beverages by promoting a Coors flashlight instead of beer.
2022: Mahomes wins second MVP and Super Bowl MVP
In 2022, Mahomes achieved two significant milestones: he won his second NFL MVP award and his second Super Bowl MVP award in Super Bowl LVII against the Philadelphia Eagles. This made him the first player to win both awards in the same year since Kurt Warner in 1999. He also joined Tom Brady and Joe Montana as the only quarterbacks to have won multiple regular season and Super Bowl MVP awards.
July 12, 2023: Quarterback Documentary Premieres on Netflix
The sports documentary series 'Quarterback,' featuring Patrick Mahomes, Kirk Cousins, and Marcus Mariota, premiered on Netflix on July 12, 2023. The series, filmed during the 2022 NFL season, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of these quarterbacks both on and off the field.
September 18, 2023: Chiefs Restructure Mahomes' Contract
On September 18, 2023, the Kansas City Chiefs restructured Patrick Mahomes' contract, giving him $210.6 million between 2023 and 2026. This deal made him the highest-paid player in NFL history over a four-season span.
2023: Mahomes Wins Third Super Bowl in Super Bowl LVIII
In 2023, Mahomes led the Kansas City Chiefs to victory in Super Bowl LVIII, marking his third Super Bowl win in five seasons. This achievement has solidified the Chiefs' status as a potential dynasty.
2023: Mahomes Joins Ownership Groups for NWSL and Formula One Teams
In 2023, Patrick Mahomes joined the ownership group of the NWSL's Kansas City Current, a team his wife was already a part of since its establishment. He also became an investor in the Alpine racing team of Formula One, alongside Travis Kelce.
2023: Mahomes' 2023 Season & Super Bowl LVII Victory
In 2023, Patrick Mahomes led the Chiefs to their third Super Bowl appearance in four seasons. Despite an ankle injury during the Divisional Round victory against the Jaguars, he returned to help secure the win. The Chiefs overcame a three-game losing streak to the Bengals by defeating them in the AFC Championship game. During Super Bowl LVII against the Eagles, Mahomes re-injured his ankle but persevered, leading the Chiefs to a 38-35 victory. He was awarded his second Super Bowl MVP for his performance. Mahomes also earned the season's Most Valuable Player award, led the league in passing yards and touchdowns, and became the first player in NFL history to achieve all four feats in a season. He was recognized as the top player in the NFL by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2023.
2023: Mahomes Appears in T-Mobile Commercials
Patrick Mahomes appeared in commercials for cellphone provider T-Mobile in 2023.
2023: Mahomes Named to Time 100 List
Patrick Mahomes was named to the Time 100 list of most influential people in 2023.
2023: Mahomes Wins 'The Match' with Travis Kelce
Patrick Mahomes, alongside his Chiefs teammate Travis Kelce, won the 2023 edition of 'The Match,' a celebrity golf tournament, defeating Golden State Warriors teammates Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson.
2024: Mahomes Named to Time 100 List
Patrick Mahomes was named to the Time 100 list of most influential people in 2024.
2031: Contract Extension Through 2031
Patrick Mahomes's ten-year contract extension with the Kansas City Chiefs extends through the 2031 season.