As the Kansas City Chiefs prepare for Super Bowl LIX, the organization took a moment to celebrate and honor quarterback Patrick Mahomes for his remarkable achievement. During the Chiefs’ dominant AFC Championship Game win over the Buffalo Bills, Mahomes had an outstanding performance, completing 18 of 26 passes for 245 yards and a touchdown. But his impact wasn’t limited to the air. Mahomes also made a significant contribution on the ground, rushing 11 times for 43 yards and scoring two rushing touchdowns. This feat led Mahomes to set a new franchise record for the most rushing touchdowns in postseason history, surpassing Damien Williams, who previously held the record with six playoff rushing touchdowns. Mahomes’ seventh postseason rushing touchdown officially places him at the top of the Chiefs’ list in this category, according to StatMuse.
The Chiefs took to social media to celebrate Mahomes’ achievement, posting: “@PatrickMahomes now holds the franchise record for the most rushing touchdowns in playoffs history. Congratulations, QB1.” This recognition was a well-deserved nod to Mahomes’ impressive and versatile playmaking ability, which continues to elevate the Chiefs’ success on the biggest stages.
Mahomes’ record-breaking performance was not the only piece of history he made in the AFC Championship. The win further cemented Mahomes’ playoff dominance over Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen, improving his playoff record against Allen to 4-0. According to ESPN’s Adam Teicher, this 4-0 record is significant because it marks the most playoff wins for any quarterback over another in postseason history, adding another layer to Mahomes’ already legendary career.
Looking ahead, Super Bowl LIX is set to take place on February 9 at the Superdome in New Orleans, where the Chiefs will compete for the championship. This game presents an exciting opportunity for Mahomes and the Chiefs to potentially make history once again by securing their third consecutive Super Bowl victory. If they succeed, they will become the first team in NFL history to achieve a Super Bowl three-peat, solidifying Mahomes’ legacy as one of the greatest quarterbacks to ever play the game.