Patrick Mahomes grabbed attention during the Kansas City Chiefs preseason matchup against the Detroit Lions by delivering a stunning behind-the-back pass to Travis Kelce. Even though the Chiefs came up short in the game, the extraordinary play quickly became a viral sensation, highlighting the special connection between Mahomes and Kelce that has been instrumental in their Super Bowl successes together.
Mahomes later revealed that the pass wasn’t premeditated but rather thrown “out of spite” after Kelce ran the wrong route. In a candid post-game interview, Mahomes explained that Kelce was supposed to run a flat route but didn’t. Frustrated by this mistake, Mahomes improvised the behind-the-back pass, which ironically became a highlight-worthy moment.
Travis Kelce’s older brother, Jason Kelce, chimed in after the game with a playful jab at his younger brother. He humorously suggested on Twitter that if Mahomes started throwing behind-the-back passes every time Travis ran the wrong route, it would make for an especially thrilling season of football. Jason’s lighthearted trolling added to the fun surrounding the play.
Fans and followers quickly joined in on the banter, enjoying the sibling rivalry between the Kelce brothers. The playful exchange on social media highlighted the unique family dynamic while adding a touch of humor to what was an otherwise serious moment on the field. Fans appreciated the brotherly love and the playful “burn” as the incident became a favorite topic of discussion online.