Patrick Mahomes has already etched his name among the NFL’s elite quarterbacks, but the Kansas City Chiefs star is on the verge of adding another milestone to his growing legacy.
With 15 postseason victories, Mahomes is just one win away from tyingn Joe Montana for the second-most playoff wins by a starting quarterback in NFL history.
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Can Mahomes chase down Montana’s legacy?
Montana, a four-time Super Bowl champion, secured 14 of his 16 playoff wins with the San Francisco 49ers before adding two more during his time with the Chiefs.
Now, Mahomes, at just 28 years old, has the opportunity to match the Hall of Famer’s record when Kansas City takes the field in the divisional round of the playoffs.
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Mahomes achieved his 15th postseason victory in last year’s Super Bowl, surpassing NFL legends like Peyton Manning, John Elway, and Terry Bradshaw, who each have 14 playoff wins.
With a 15-3 career playoff record, Mahomes thrives in high-stakes moments, often relying on late-game heroics to deliver victories for Kansas City.
Under the guidance of head coach Andy Reid, he’s aiming to lead the Chiefs to a third consecutive Super Bowl title, an achievement that would further cement his place in football history.
While catching Tom Brady’s staggering 35 playoff wins remains a distant goal, Mahomes’ rapid ascent in postseason success underscores his dominance in January football.
With a supporting cast that includes Pro Bowl tight end Travis Kelce and a resilient defense, the Chiefs are once again positioned as legitimate Super Bowl contenders.
Kansas City earned the AFC’s No. 1 seed with a 15-2 record, granting them a first-round bye and valuable time to rest key players, including Mahomes, who has been managing a mild ankle sprain since Week 15.
The team now awaits its divisional-round opponent, which will be the lowest-seeded winner from the Wild Card round.
