​Nov 29, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) scrambles against Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
Everyone awaits to see what Patrick Mahomes’ career looks like moving forward. With Spider-Man: Brand New Day’s release, it’s the perfect time to look at Mahomes’ career through the lens of Tom Holland’s Spider-Man. Both journeys began around a decade ago, showcasing early success, major setbacks, and a new beginning. Mahomes’ Career Begins: The Early Potential
Dec 31, 2017; Denver, CO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) looks to pass under pressure from Denver Broncos linebacker Von Miller (58) in the third quarter at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
In 2017, Mahomes’ career in the NFL began on the final week of the season. The Kansas City Chiefs were 9-6 heading into the game and had the AFC West locked up. They had nothing to play for, so they wisely used this opportunity to see what they had in their rookie quarterback. The Texas Tech alumnus finished the game 22/35 with 284 yards and had one interception with no passing touchdowns. Despite the mediocre stats, Mahomes passed the eye test. He made numerous throws that had fans in awe. The first-ever completion went for 51 yards. The game ended with a 11-play, 67-yard drive engineered by Mahomes in the fourth quarter. That helped break the 24-24 tie as the Chiefs beat the Denver Broncos 27-24. Kansas City knew they had something special. It’s a similar story to how Holland’s Spider-Man began. In 2016, he was recruited by Iron Man to fight in an “Avengers Civil War” against Captain America. He held his ground against formidable opponents such as Falcon, Bucky, and even Captain America himself. The performance was far from perfect, but the potential was palpable. Homecoming: Exploding Into The Scene
Oct 14, 2018; Foxborough, MA, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) at the line of scrimmage against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. The Patriots defeated Kansas City 43-40. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
The 2018-2019 season was Mahomes’ statement of arrival. In his opening season as a starter, he threw for 5,097 yards, 50 touchdowns, and had a passer rating of 113.8 in 16 games and won the Most Valuable Player. It was a near-flawless beginning to a career. There, however, was one roadblock: taking the torch from Tom Brady. The New England Patriots faced off against the Chiefs twice in the 2018-2019 season. Brady and company won both times, including the AFC championship game 37-31. It was clear that Mahomes was not ready for that yet. Simultaneously, Spider-Man: Homecoming debuted Holland’s Spider-Man onto the scene. He was an exciting young prospect that did