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Patrick Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes is an American professional football quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League (NFL).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Patrick Mahomes is an American professional football quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League (NFL). Born in 1995, he has won three Super Bowls and has been one of the league’s most prominent players since becoming the Chiefs’ starter in 2018.

Early life and college career

Mahomes was born in Tyler, Texas, and played college football at Texas Tech. He entered the 2017 NFL Draft after his college career.

NFL career

Selected by the Chiefs with the 10th overall pick in 2017, Mahomes became Kansas City’s starting quarterback in 2018. He has since led the team to multiple AFC Championship appearances and Super Bowl titles.

Awards and achievements

Mahomes has won three Super Bowls and multiple Super Bowl MVP awards. He has also won NFL MVP awards and is widely regarded as one of the league’s leading quarterbacks.

Contract and earnings

In 2020, Mahomes signed a major contract extension with the Chiefs. Sources have described the deal as worth up to $503 million, and the NFL later reported an adjusted total value of $504.75 million.

Key facts

  • Patrick Mahomes was born on September 17, 1995.
  • He plays quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs.
  • He has won three Super Bowls with the Chiefs.
  • He was drafted by Kansas City in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft.
  • He signed a contract extension worth up to $504.75 million.
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Canadian context

Mahomes is relevant to Canadian readers as a leading NFL player whose games, contracts, and championships are widely followed in Canada through NFL coverage.

Frequently asked questions

How old is Patrick Mahomes?
He is 30 years old.
What is Patrick Mahomes' net worth?
Public estimates vary, and a single authoritative figure is not established in the provided sources.
How many Super Bowls has Patrick Mahomes won?
He has won three Super Bowls.
Who is Patrick Mahomes married to?
He is married to Brittany Mahomes.
What team does Patrick Mahomes play for?
He plays for the Kansas City Chiefs.
What is Patrick Mahomes' contract worth?
Sources in the provided results describe his contract as worth up to $503 million, while the NFL later reported a total value of $504.75 million after an adjustment.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patrick_Mahomes
    Supports: Birth date, full name, team, and three Super Bowl wins.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Patrick-Mahomes
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, NFL career, Super Bowl victories, and contract value.
  3. Kansas City Chiefs — https://www.chiefs.com/team/players-roster/patrick-mahomes/
    Supports: Current team, age, and ongoing status with the Chiefs.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/bio/_/id/3139477/patrick-mahomes
    Supports: Birth date, team, position, draft information, and career status.
  5. NFL — https://www.nfl.com/players/patrick-mahomes/
    Supports: Team affiliation and updated contract value of $504.75 million.
  6. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8246270/faq/
    Supports: Marital status and spouse name.