Patrick Mahomes made history in the Kansas City Chiefs’ 21-7 win over the Cleveland Browns, becoming the NFL’s all-time leader in combined passing and rushing touchdowns (254) before the age of 30. The six-time Pro Bowler achieved this milestone with two touchdown passes during the game, surpassing Hall of Famer Peyton Manning. Mahomes’ record-setting performance adds to his already impressive career achievements, and with nearly two years left before turning 30, he has ample opportunity to extend his lead.
The game wasn’t without challenges, as Mahomes suffered an ankle injury in the fourth quarter, forcing him to leave the field. Backup quarterback Carson Wentz stepped in to close out the game. Fortunately, the Chiefs announced that the injury isn’t severe enough to jeopardize Mahomes’ season. While the exact timeline for his recovery remains unclear, the injury will require monitoring and rehabilitation.
Despite the injury, Mahomes’ performance was sufficient to secure the win, completing 19 of 38 passes for 159 yards. While not his most dazzling statistical game, his leadership and clutch plays were enough to keep the Chiefs on track for a strong playoff position. The Chiefs emphasized on social media that Mahomes’ record-breaking achievements are remarkable and that he still has time to build on them before reaching 30.
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid provided an update on Mahomes’ condition, confirming that while the ankle is sore, it isn’t broken. Reid noted that Mahomes would begin the rehab process soon, with the team assessing his progress in the days to come. The injury’s impact is particularly concerning with the Chiefs set to face the Houston Texans in a high-stakes Week 16 matchup.
The upcoming game against the Texans presents a challenge for the Chiefs, who are uncharacteristically the underdog, with oddsmakers favoring the Texans by two points. The outcome largely hinges on Mahomes’ availability and performance. If he plays, he could continue breaking records; if not, the Chiefs will rely on Wentz to lead the offense. The stakes are high as the Chiefs aim to maintain their momentum and secure their playoff position.
