Motivated by Super Bowl loss, Patrick Mahomes seeks explosive Chiefs passing attack

SPORTIVO
Article arrow_drop_down

The Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl LIX loss to the Philadelphia Eagles to end the 2024-25 season still lingers in Patrick Mahomes’ mind. For the first time in three years, Mahomes and the Chiefs are navigating an offseason not as reigning Super Bowl champions, and Mahomes acknowledges the extra motivation that brings.

Advertisement

“You have that bad taste in your mouth from the last time you stepped on the football field, and you have to hear about it all offseason,” Mahomes said Wednesday. “It gives you the push that you want to go out there and be better and show what we’re really about.”

With the Chiefs’ offseason program underway, Mahomes spoke about the time off, the Chiefs’ goal to return to an explosive passing attack in 2025 and improvements he wants to make in his game as he enters his ninth NFL season. In 2024, Mahomes passed for 3,928 yards, his lowest total since becoming a starter in 2018.

“There were opportunities in games for deep shots that I either didn’t take or we missed barely,” Mahomes said. “If we can get back to hitting some of those throws — we preached about this last season — it opens up the rest of the offense. That helps the run game. That helps the medium pass game, everything.”

Mahomes should be helped in the passing game with a core group of receivers back in action. Marquise Brown, who signed a one-year extension in March, is healthy after missing most of last season after suffering a shoulder injury in the preseason. Rashee Rice also missed almost all of the 2024 season after suffering a knee injury in Week 4. On Rice, Mahomes said, “He looks really good. He’s running around. He’s catching the football.”

Xavier Worthy also has high expectations entering his second NFL season after turning in 59 catches for 638 yards and six touchdowns as a rookie.

“I think the offense has a chance to be really, really good. It’s just about continuing to build,” Mahomes said. “We’ve had a lot of turnover in the receiving room, and it seems like the core group will be back in its entirety. The goal is to try to build on it and get even better and try to get back to some of the explosive passing plays we’ve done in years past.”

Advertisement

Among the Chiefs’ new additions this offseason is quarterback Gardner Minshew, who signed a one-year contract in March. Minshew, 28, joins the Chiefs after six seasons in the league, most recently with the Las Vegas Raiders, where he was the starter until he suffered a broken collarbone in late November.

“Having Gardner, a guy that loves the game, comes in with the right mentality every single day, and a guy that pushes the envelope like we’ve been talking about,” Mahomes said. “Having someone that’s going to push me to take chances on the field, it’ll be big to continue to work and build our chemistry on the field. But also push each other on it as well.”


Patrick Mahomes showed off his new haircut at a KC Current match in March. (Kylie Graham / Imagn Images)

As the Chiefs offense focuses on a new look for 2025, Mahomes is sporting one, too. Not to be ignored in his offseason agenda, the 29-year-old cut his hair in February, which he said he’s wanted to do for a while.

“It was kind of one of those superstitions,” Mahomes said. “I kept winning the Super Bowl, which is a good thing, but I didn’t want to cut the hair while I was doing it. I told everybody during the season that win or lose, if we win three in a row or if we lose, I’ll get a haircut, that’s enough.

“I’m very excited. I’ve looked at some videos from last year, and I can’t believe you guys let me keep that nappy hair for so long. I look way better now with the short hair, so I’ll be keeping this going forward.”

(Photo: Jamie Squire / Getty Images)

This news was originally published on this post .

About the author

About the author call_made

SPORTIVO

More posts

trending_flat
Nicht einmal mehr im Kader! – Bayern-Kandidat bei seinem Klub völlig unten durch

Christopher Nkunku steht bei Chelsea vor dem Aus! Der französische Stürmer, den Bayern-Sportvorstand Max Eberl (51) nach München holen wollte, hat in London den Anschluss an die Mannschaft verloren, berichtet „RMC Sport“. Er wird den Verein wohl im Sommer verlassen – und das wohl in beiderseitigem Einvernehmen, wie es heißt.Seit seinem Wechsel vor zwei Jahren konnte Nkunku an der Stamford Bridge nicht überzeugen. Verletzungen warfen ihn zurück, und auch nach seiner Genesung blieb der erhoffte Durchbruch aus. Nur sechs Tore in 38 Premier-League-Spielen, von denen er lediglich elfmal in der Startelf stand, sprechen eine deutliche Sprache. Lesen Sie auch<!-->[-->Am vergangenen Wochenende wurde der 27-Jährige – einer der ältesten Spieler im Kader – komplett aus dem Aufgebot gestrichen. Tyrique George erhielt den Vorzug und belohnte das Vertrauen prompt mit einem Tor. Trainer Enzo Maresca äußerte sich diplomatisch zur Situation: „Christopher war […]

trending_flat
2025 NFL Draft grades for Round 4: Giants earn ‘A’ for Cam Skattebo; Chiefs, Commanders get steals at WR

Getty Images The 2025 NFL Draft is down to Day 3 after an exciting and unpredictable two days, which began with the first round on Thursday night in Green Bay. Shockingly, Colorado's Shedeur Sanders was still on the board after not being selected in the first three rounds, and that's still the case with the fourth round now completed.Round 4 began with a run on offensive playmakers, as the Titans snagged Florida wide receiver Chimere Dike, the Jaguars added Virginia Tech speedster Bhayshul Tuten and the Giants landed do-it-all running back Cameron Skattebo. It turned out to be a big round for running backs, as six heard their names called.Other notable picks included defensive linemen Deone Walker (Bills, No. 108) and Ty Robinson (Eagles, No. 111), edge rusher Jack Sawyer (Steelers, No. 123) and wide receivers Jaylin Lane (Commanders, No. 128) and […]

trending_flat
Vikings reportedly acquire QB Sam Howell from Seahawks, likely closing door on Aaron Rodgers

As the 2025 NFL Draft continues, a quarterback trade with significant implications reportedly has taken place on the side. The Seattle Seahawks are sending backup quarterback Sam Howell to the Minnesota Vikings, per multiple reports.Additional details of the trade have not been announced. But by taking Howell, the Vikings are seemingly shutting down the idea of signing free agent Aaron Rodgers.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe Seahawks picked up another backup quarterback, Alabama's Jalen Milroe, in the third round of the draft on Friday.Howell, who spent the 2024 season with Seattle as a backup for Geno Smith, will now be on his third team in four seasons in the league.This story will be updated.

trending_flat
Real-Alarm vor Pokal-Finale – Kann Superstar Mbappé etwa nicht spielen?

Das wäre bitter!Laut Medienberichten der “Radio Marca“ muss Real Madrid im Pokal-Finale gegen Barcelona wohl zunächst auf Kylian Mbappé (26) verzichten. Der Superstar schlägt sich noch immer mit Beschwerden herum und sei nicht fit genug, um die vollen 90 oder 120 Minuten im Clasico durchzuhalten.Lesen Sie auch<!-->[-->Vor zehn Tagen zog sich Mbappé eine Knöchelverletzung zu. Im Viertelfinal-Rückspiel gegen Arsenal (1:2) verletzte sich der Franzose im Duell mit Nationalmannschafts-Kollege Declan Rice (26) und musste durch Brahim Díaz (25) ersetzt werden.Untersuchungen sollen jetzt ergeben haben, dass ein Einsatz von Mbappé in der Startelf nicht zu verantworten sei.Wer rückt in die Startelf?Carlo Ancelotti (65) hat mehrere Möglichkeiten für einen Ersatz. So könnte Díaz starten oder aber auch Endrick (18) in die Start-Aufstellung rutschen. Es ist auch möglich, dass Ancelotti sich für eine andere taktische Variante und damit für eine ganz andere Formation entscheidet.Mbappés […]

trending_flat
Wegen seiner Gelb-Sperre – Kane kritisiert den Schiri

Bayern gewinnt 3:0 gegen Mainz. Durch das 2:0 von Leverkusen gegen Augsburg wird die Meister-Party aber verschoben.Somit kann die Mannschaft von Trainer Vincent Kompany (39) die Meisterschaft am kommenden Samstag in Leipzig perfekt machen.Für Superstar Harry Kane (31) wäre es der erste Titel der Karriere. Allerdings fehlt er in Leipzig wegen einer Gelbsperre. Es ist die Erste seiner Karriere! Nach einem Foul gibt er den Ball nicht her und wird von Schiri Dankert verwarnt (45.+1). Kane knöpft sich den Schiri vor. Auf BILD-Nachfrage sagt er: „Ich finde, erstens ist das eine wahnsinnige Entscheidung. Es ist nie eine Gelbe Karte. Leider kommen manchmal Leute in die Allianz Arena und versuchen, sich einen Namen zu machen.“Wegen Wirtz!: Eberl lacht über Carro-Kritik<!-->[-->Quelle: DFL25.04.2025Der Bayern-Star weiter: „Deshalb bin ich wirklich enttäuscht, dass ich die Gelbe Karte bekommen habe, denn ich wusste natürlich, dass ich […]

trending_flat
Shedeur Sanders slides past fourth round as NFL Draft marches through Day 3

Four rounds and 138 picks into the 2025 NFL Draft, Shedeur Sanders is still waiting to hear his name called.Considered to be among the top quarterbacks available in this year’s draft class, Sanders’ dramatic slide continued Saturday when Round 4 came and went with no quarterbacks selected. There are 119 picks to go over the final three rounds.AdvertisementThe Pittsburgh Steelers seemed like a potential option at No. 123, but they opted for Ohio State linebacker Jack Sawyer. The Las Vegas Raiders, another team that could draft a quarterback, instead went wide receiver and defensive tackle with their picks.After slipping out of the first round, Sanders seemed confident he would be among the next crop of players announced. During a draft party at his father Deion’s home on Thursday night, Sanders told the crowd, “Tomorrow is the day.”But Rounds 2 and […]

Related

trending_flat
Nicht einmal mehr im Kader! – Bayern-Kandidat bei seinem Klub völlig unten durch

Christopher Nkunku steht bei Chelsea vor dem Aus! Der französische Stürmer, den Bayern-Sportvorstand Max Eberl (51) nach München holen wollte, hat in London den Anschluss an die Mannschaft verloren, berichtet „RMC Sport“. Er wird den Verein wohl im Sommer verlassen – und das wohl in beiderseitigem Einvernehmen, wie es heißt.Seit seinem Wechsel vor zwei Jahren konnte Nkunku an der Stamford Bridge nicht überzeugen. Verletzungen warfen ihn zurück, und auch nach seiner Genesung blieb der erhoffte Durchbruch aus. Nur sechs Tore in 38 Premier-League-Spielen, von denen er lediglich elfmal in der Startelf stand, sprechen eine deutliche Sprache. Lesen Sie auch<!-->[-->Am vergangenen Wochenende wurde der 27-Jährige – einer der ältesten Spieler im Kader – komplett aus dem Aufgebot gestrichen. Tyrique George erhielt den Vorzug und belohnte das Vertrauen prompt mit einem Tor. Trainer Enzo Maresca äußerte sich diplomatisch zur Situation: „Christopher war […]

trending_flat
2025 NFL Draft grades for Round 4: Giants earn ‘A’ for Cam Skattebo; Chiefs, Commanders get steals at WR

Getty Images The 2025 NFL Draft is down to Day 3 after an exciting and unpredictable two days, which began with the first round on Thursday night in Green Bay. Shockingly, Colorado's Shedeur Sanders was still on the board after not being selected in the first three rounds, and that's still the case with the fourth round now completed.Round 4 began with a run on offensive playmakers, as the Titans snagged Florida wide receiver Chimere Dike, the Jaguars added Virginia Tech speedster Bhayshul Tuten and the Giants landed do-it-all running back Cameron Skattebo. It turned out to be a big round for running backs, as six heard their names called.Other notable picks included defensive linemen Deone Walker (Bills, No. 108) and Ty Robinson (Eagles, No. 111), edge rusher Jack Sawyer (Steelers, No. 123) and wide receivers Jaylin Lane (Commanders, No. 128) and […]

trending_flat
Vikings reportedly acquire QB Sam Howell from Seahawks, likely closing door on Aaron Rodgers

As the 2025 NFL Draft continues, a quarterback trade with significant implications reportedly has taken place on the side. The Seattle Seahawks are sending backup quarterback Sam Howell to the Minnesota Vikings, per multiple reports.Additional details of the trade have not been announced. But by taking Howell, the Vikings are seemingly shutting down the idea of signing free agent Aaron Rodgers.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe Seahawks picked up another backup quarterback, Alabama's Jalen Milroe, in the third round of the draft on Friday.Howell, who spent the 2024 season with Seattle as a backup for Geno Smith, will now be on his third team in four seasons in the league.This story will be updated.

trending_flat
Real-Alarm vor Pokal-Finale – Kann Superstar Mbappé etwa nicht spielen?

Das wäre bitter!Laut Medienberichten der “Radio Marca“ muss Real Madrid im Pokal-Finale gegen Barcelona wohl zunächst auf Kylian Mbappé (26) verzichten. Der Superstar schlägt sich noch immer mit Beschwerden herum und sei nicht fit genug, um die vollen 90 oder 120 Minuten im Clasico durchzuhalten.Lesen Sie auch<!-->[-->Vor zehn Tagen zog sich Mbappé eine Knöchelverletzung zu. Im Viertelfinal-Rückspiel gegen Arsenal (1:2) verletzte sich der Franzose im Duell mit Nationalmannschafts-Kollege Declan Rice (26) und musste durch Brahim Díaz (25) ersetzt werden.Untersuchungen sollen jetzt ergeben haben, dass ein Einsatz von Mbappé in der Startelf nicht zu verantworten sei.Wer rückt in die Startelf?Carlo Ancelotti (65) hat mehrere Möglichkeiten für einen Ersatz. So könnte Díaz starten oder aber auch Endrick (18) in die Start-Aufstellung rutschen. Es ist auch möglich, dass Ancelotti sich für eine andere taktische Variante und damit für eine ganz andere Formation entscheidet.Mbappés […]

trending_flat
Wegen seiner Gelb-Sperre – Kane kritisiert den Schiri

Bayern gewinnt 3:0 gegen Mainz. Durch das 2:0 von Leverkusen gegen Augsburg wird die Meister-Party aber verschoben.Somit kann die Mannschaft von Trainer Vincent Kompany (39) die Meisterschaft am kommenden Samstag in Leipzig perfekt machen.Für Superstar Harry Kane (31) wäre es der erste Titel der Karriere. Allerdings fehlt er in Leipzig wegen einer Gelbsperre. Es ist die Erste seiner Karriere! Nach einem Foul gibt er den Ball nicht her und wird von Schiri Dankert verwarnt (45.+1). Kane knöpft sich den Schiri vor. Auf BILD-Nachfrage sagt er: „Ich finde, erstens ist das eine wahnsinnige Entscheidung. Es ist nie eine Gelbe Karte. Leider kommen manchmal Leute in die Allianz Arena und versuchen, sich einen Namen zu machen.“Wegen Wirtz!: Eberl lacht über Carro-Kritik<!-->[-->Quelle: DFL25.04.2025Der Bayern-Star weiter: „Deshalb bin ich wirklich enttäuscht, dass ich die Gelbe Karte bekommen habe, denn ich wusste natürlich, dass ich […]

trending_flat
Shedeur Sanders slides past fourth round as NFL Draft marches through Day 3

Four rounds and 138 picks into the 2025 NFL Draft, Shedeur Sanders is still waiting to hear his name called.Considered to be among the top quarterbacks available in this year’s draft class, Sanders’ dramatic slide continued Saturday when Round 4 came and went with no quarterbacks selected. There are 119 picks to go over the final three rounds.AdvertisementThe Pittsburgh Steelers seemed like a potential option at No. 123, but they opted for Ohio State linebacker Jack Sawyer. The Las Vegas Raiders, another team that could draft a quarterback, instead went wide receiver and defensive tackle with their picks.After slipping out of the first round, Sanders seemed confident he would be among the next crop of players announced. During a draft party at his father Deion’s home on Thursday night, Sanders told the crowd, “Tomorrow is the day.”But Rounds 2 and […]

Be the first to leave a comment

Leave a comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Sportivo bridges the gap between talent and opportunity.

About SPORTIVO

Sportivo Network is a dedicated social platform for sports enthusiasts, athletes, and scouts. Whether you’re an aspiring athlete looking for opportunities, a coach searching for talent, or simply a sports lover wanting to connect with like-minded people, Sportivo is your go-to network. With features like direct messaging, profile showcasing, and talent scouting, Sportivo bridges the gap between talent and opportunity. Here, you can share your achievements, interact with professionals, and open doors to the next level in your sports journey. Join Sportivo Network – because every great athlete deserves to be discovered!
Copyright © 2025 SPORTIVO News. and SPORTIVO Network. All rights reserved.

Login to enjoy full advantages

Please login or subscribe to continue.

Go Premium!

Enjoy the full advantage of the premium access.

Stop following

Unfollow Cancel

Cancel subscription

Are you sure you want to cancel your subscription? You will lose your Premium access and stored playlists.

Go back Confirm cancellation