Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs‘ superstar quarterback, might be as good at keeping fans intrigued off the field as he is on it. After leading his team to clinch the AFC’s No. 1 seed with a decisive Christmas Day victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, Mahomes sparked speculation about the name of his soon-to-be-born third child.
During a postgame interview, Mahomes made a heartfelt promise to his wife, Brittany, saying, “I told my wife I was gonna get her the No. 1 seed so we can go have that baby.” With their third child a girl expected any day now, fans and analysts alike are buzzing over potential baby names.
Sterling Skye Mahomes is full of joy and claps for her dad as his name is announced at Arrowhead Stadium
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A Metallic legacy for the Mahomes family
Netflix analysts Ian Eagle, J.J. Watt, and Nate Burleson couldn’t resist diving into the naming speculation live on air. They playfully suggested the name “Platinum Mahomes,” a nod to the family’s well-established metallic naming theme.
The Mahomes‘ first two children, Sterling Skye and Patrick “Bronze” Lavon, already embrace the shiny trend. Even their dogs, Silver and Steele, follow suit. Could “Platinum” be next in line? While the name is unconfirmed, it would certainly fit the family’s distinctive style.
Fans love the Metallic trend
Social media erupted with excitement over the possibility of a baby “Platinum,” with fans praising the creative and cohesive theme. Some joked that Mahomes might have started a new naming trend for football royalty.
Rest and family time before the playoffs
With the Chiefs securing their playoff position early, Mahomes may get a chance to rest during Week 18, giving him more time to focus on his growing family. Balancing his career and personal life is no small feat, but Mahomes has proven time and again that he can handle the pressure.
As fans eagerly await the official announcement of the baby’s name, one thing is certain: the Mahomes family knows how to keep their followers entertained.
