Patrick Mahomes is the flawless face of the NFL. With three Super Bowl rings, multimillion-dollar endorsements, and an impeccable reputation, the Chiefs quarterback has built an image of discipline and excellence. But while he focuses on making history with a potential three-peat, his father, Pat Mahomes Sr., seems determined to make his life more complicated with yet another scandal.
The former MLB pitcher made headlines again after getting into an altercation with John Rocker during Super Bowl celebrations in New Orleans. The heated exchange, which nearly turned into a street fight, went viral when Mahomes Sr. posted on X: “John Rocker is a menace to society.”
Pat Mahomes Sr. and John Rocker nearly fight in New Orleans is a real boxing match coming
Rocker quickly fired back with a thinly veiled threat: “Mahomes was lucky to get away. I would have ‘Rockered’ him.” Hours later, he added, “Well, that was an interesting night.”
But the story doesn’t end there. Barstool Sports later announced that Mahomes Sr. and Rocker had signed a contract to face off in a boxing match in April, leading many to wonder if the entire feud-both online and on Bourbon Street-was just a publicity stunt. To top it off, Barstool even extended an invitation to Patrick Mahomes to attend the fight.
How much more can the QB take?
This isn’t Mahomes Sr.’s first misstep. In 2023, he was arrested for driving under the influence, and just weeks ago, he sparked outrage among Buffalo Bills fans by posting: “Today is a great day to not be from Buffalo.” After facing heavy backlash, he claimed his account had been hacked. A hard-to-believe excuse, but one that attempted to smooth things over.
While his father makes headlines for all the wrong reasons, Patrick Mahomes continues to prove why he is the ultimate leader. Though he has shown frustration in key moments-like his outburst at the referees following a controversial loss to the Bills-he usually keeps his composure and focuses on the game. His coach, Andy Reid, describes him as a fierce competitor who knows when to speak up and when to let his performance do the talking.
At this point, Mahomes has bigger things to worry about than his father’s scandals. While he chases greatness, his father keeps piling up problems. The question is, how long can Mahomes maintain his pristine image before his father’s actions start to take a toll on it?
