Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes gave $5 million to Texas Tech, his former school, on Thursday to help with a $242 million renovation of the south end zone of Jones AT&T Stadium and the Dustin R. Womble Football Center.
The Lubbock, Texas school announced that the walkthrough area of the football center, the quarterback meeting room, and the offensive coordinator’s office will be named after Mahomes, who played for the Red Raiders from 2014-16. He declared for the NFL draft a year early, and the Chiefs picked him in the first round in 2017.
Mahomes, a two-time NFL MVP, has led the Chiefs to three Super Bowl titles, including the last two. He is also a three-time Super Bowl MVP, a two-time first-team All-Pro, and was selected for his sixth consecutive Pro Bowl last season.
“There isn’t a greater ambassador for Texas Tech athletics than Patrick Mahomes,” Red Raiders coach Joey McGuire said. “He is arguably the best brand in sports, not only for his success on the field but for what he and his family do off it.”
Mahomes retweeted the announcement of his donation on Thursday before missing the Chiefs’ preseason finale against the Bears that evening. The Chiefs will start their regular season on Sept. 5 against the Ravens in a rematch of the AFC title game.
Mahomes’ influence at the school is already noticeable inside Jones AT&T Stadium.
In July, Texas Tech signed a 10-year deal with Adidas to become its official apparel provider, and as part of the agreement, the company has released Texas Tech and Mahomes co-branded apparel featuring his “gladiator” logo.
Mahomes often attends Texas Tech games. In the past three seasons, he has returned during the Chiefs’ bye week, including in 2022 when he was inducted into the school’s Ring of honor and Hall of Fame.
He also supports baseball and basketball events, including the Big 12 Tournament, which is held near Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.
