In the ever-evolving world of football, just when you think superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes has reached the peak of his abilities, he once again proves everyone wrong with a jaw-dropping play that leaves fans in awe.
After honing his skills for years, Mahomes unleashed a move rarely seen on the gridiron – a behind-the-back pass. The remarkable feat occurred during the first quarter of the Kansas City Chiefs’ preseason matchup against the Detroit Lions, a game that ultimately ended in a narrow 24-23 loss for the Chiefs. The third-and-3 play saw Mahomes connect with his favorite target, Travis Kelce, on a pass that traveled 7.2 yards in the air, moving at an impressive speed of 11.27 mph. With a completion probability of 86.8 percent, the play netted eight yards and a first down, ultimately sustaining the Chiefs’ second offensive drive, which culminated in a successful field goal.
The sequence began with Mahomes lining up in the shotgun formation before rolling to his right, causing Lions defensive end Joshua Paschal to react. Kelce, who had shifted from his initial position to the right side of the offensive line before the snap, found himself wide open downfield.
Despite the eye-catching nature of the play, Mahomes revealed that it wasn’t part of his premeditated game plan to throw a pass behind his back. In a candid moment during a mid-game broadcast interview with former quarterback Trent Green, Mahomes provided insights into the unconventional play.
“Long story short: Travis (Kelce) didn’t run the route he was supposed to run, and then it was kind of a behind-the-back pass kinda ’cause I was mad, I was pissed off at Travis,” Mahomes admitted. “He was supposed to run a flat route — I don’t know if you could hear me on the broadcast, I’m yelling at him — and then he doesn’t run it. So, out of spite, I threw a behind-the-back pass, but now it’s gonna be a highlight.”
As Mahomes continues to redefine the boundaries of what is possible on the football field, his latest behind-the-back pass serves as a reminder of his unparalleled talent and creativity. Fans and analysts alike eagerly anticipate what magic he will conjure next, as his football odyssey unfolds with each passing game.
