CELEBRITY
Update; Patrick Mahomes Questioned By Reporter About Taking Advantage of QB Protection Rules
Patrick Mahomes Questioned By Reporter About Taking Advantage of QB Protection Rules
- Kansas CityThe talk of the NFL world this week has been the controversial hit Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence took from Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair while sliding during Sunday’s game in Jacksonville.
The play—which resulted in Lawrence being placed on injured reserve and Al-Shaair being suspended for three games—has sparked debate league-wide about the rules surrounding protecting quarterbacks, how fair they are to defenders, and if QBs are taking advantage of them.
One player who’s often been criticized for the way he tiptoes down the sideline in a way that can be seen as baiting defenders into hitting him is Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. The KC signal caller was asked about it this Wednesday amid the Lawrence situation:
“I’m just playing football at the end of the day,” Mahomes explained. “I don’t feel like I’ve ever put anybody in jeopardy of not wanting to hit me. I know when you get in the open field guys want to hit you and I get down when I feel like it’s necessary to get down, but there’s times in big spots in the games where I know I need to get first downs and I go for it.”
Over his seven-year playing career, 28 roughing-the-passer penalties have been called on Mahomes—the eighth most among active quarterbacks behind Russell Wilson, Matthew Stafford, Aaron Rodgers, Kirk Cousins, Jared Goff, Josh Allen and Carson Wentz.
Moreof the Latest Around the NFL
Mike Kadlick is a breaking/trending news writer at Sports Illustrated. Before joining SI, he covered the New England Patriots for WEEI sports radio in Boston and continues to do so for CLNS Media. He graduated from Boston University with his Master’s in 2021. Mike is also an avid runner and a proud lover of all things pizza.
Follow mikekadlick
Travis Kelce Makes Blunt Admission on His Chemistry Issues With Patrick Mahomes
By Kristen Wong
Travis Kelce hasn’t been shy about airing his frustrations amid his down year with the Kansas City Chiefs.
The star tight end got his 2024 season off to a slow start, attracting plenty of criticism from the NFL media, and he still hasn’t quite found his elite form. His ongoing offensive woes could be partially due to his surprising chemistry disconnect with quarterback Patrick Mahomes, as Kelce discussed Wednesday.
The Mahomes-Kelce link that has been so consistent for the Chiefs over the last several years appears to be fading this season, and Kelce doesn’t really know why.
“Once we get in that red zone, man, I get a little hungrier and right now, for whatever reason this year, I just can’t find my way in the end zone,” Kelce said on New Heights (at the 15:45 mark in the video). “I’m just not on the same page as Pat and it can get frustrating. It can get f—ing frustrating, that’s for d— sure.”
The Chiefs, who currently rank 24th in red zone efficiency, saw their offensive drives stalled time after time in last week’s sluggish win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Kelce brought in seven catches on 13 targets for 68 yards in the victory but couldn’t find pay dirt and only has a pair of touchdowns through 12 games this year.
“As s—y as I’ve played, it does feel good to be in my 10th year in a row making the playoffs,” continued Kelce. “We gotta win the division, that’s another goal that we gotta reach… We just gotta finish strong, baby. Just finish strong and get violently accurate with our intentions.”
Kelce will look to get back on the scoreboard in Sunday’s divisional matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers at Arrowhead Stadium.
More of the Latest Around the NFL
Travis Etienne Gave Heartwarming Advice to Trevor Lawrence on Injury Recovery
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence suffered a concussion on Sunday after Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair, who is now suspended for three games, hit him late on a play.
With just five games left in the season, Lawrence is likely out for the year.
His teammates, including running back Travis Etienne Jr., reached out to Lawrence to let him know he has their support. Etienne shared a bit more about what he told his quarterback on the phone, specifically mentioning how Lawrence is set to become a dad to a baby girl soon.
“I was like ‘Man, I know I don’t say this much, but I love you,'” Etienne said in response to Florida Times-Union’s Demetrius Harvey. “I told him, ‘you have a daughter—you have a blessing that’s coming. So get right, take care of yourself, take care of your family. And we’ll be here holding it down for you and waiting until you get back next year.'”
It sounds like the quarterback and running back really have a tight bond.
Lawrence and his wife Marissa announced they were expecting their first child back in June. The quarterback, who signed a five-year extension with the Jaguars in June as well, will become a dad with his time off from football now.
More of the Latest Around the NFL
Elon Musk’s Pay Plan Equals 2,000 Years of Nvidia CEO Salary — Not A Typo But There could be trouble ahead for Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:TSLA) as its shareholders meet on Nov. 6 to vote on the new pay package for CEO Elon Musk, with another group encouraging a vote against it.
BREAKING: Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has announced he is donating $1.5 billion of his personal wealth to launch a nationwide initiative providing housing for homeless families with children across the United States.
Elon Musk and Donald Trump Feel Energized as They Share a Thrilling New Experience with a Sleek New Car…..Full Details Here ⤵️⤵️
Elon and Trump feel excited and energized as they share a new experience with a sleek new car — ready for fresh adventures and powerful drives ahead! …Full Details Below ⤵️👇
Robyn Denholm said in a letter to shareholders that Musk stepping away could lead to Tesla losing “significant value.” (Credit: AP)….. CHECK IT OUT HERE 👇⤵️
She gave Taylor Swift one piece of advice — and it changed music history. Now, Kelly Clarkson reveals the heartwarming way Swift continues to say thank you: weekly bouquets, handwritten notes, and a diamond-studded bracelet engraved with “For inspiring my freedom.” Inside the quiet friendship between two powerhouse women — built on music, respect, and the power of speaking up.
Kansas City Chiefs Confirm Head Coach Andy Reid Will Be Absent from the Sideline Against the Commanders as He Battles Serious Health Challenges
SAD NEWS: 30 minutes ago, Ryan Reynolds, husband of actress Blake Lively, along with her family confirmed that she had … see more
Tesla board moves to approve Musk’s enormous pay-plan tied to innovation milestones The board urged shareholders to approve Musk’s proposed ~$1 trillion performance-award plan, linking the payout to aggressive targets in autonomy and robotics…Though governance in nature, this illustrates how innovation targets (robotics, autonomy) are driving corporate strategy and compensation.
“CAMILLA DID IT” — Nearly 3 decades later, Charles Spencer drops an explosive bombshell that’s SHAKING the royal family to its core! After years of speculation, whispers, and unsaid words, Diana’s brother, Charles Spencer, has finally broken his silence with a jaw-dropping revelation. See full story here ⤵️
Happy Birthday to Ivanka Trump! Born in 1981, Ivanka Trump is an entrepreneur, author, and former advisor known for her poise, intelligence, and leadership in business and public life. As a former executive at the Trump Organization and founder of her own successful lifestyle brand, she’s built a reputation for drive and ambition… Click Here For Full Details ⤵️👇.
