Patrick Mahomes' message to Josh Allen after AFC Championship victory
Patrick Mahomes continues to prove why he's one of the classiest quarterbacks in the NFL. After leading the Kansas City Chiefs to their third consecutive Super Bowl appearance with
27/01/2025 - 08:17 CST
Patrick Mahomes continues to prove why he's one of the classiest quarterbacks in the NFL. After leading the Kansas City Chiefs to their third consecutive Super Bowl appearance with a thrilling 32-29 win over the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship game, Mahomes took a moment during his acceptance speech to acknowledge Bills quarterback Josh Allen.
"I have so much respect for Josh, man. He's a true competitor. True warrior. Great football player. They always come down to the wire. Luckily we were on the winning side this time..." Mahomes said.
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This humility and acknowledgment of Allen's talent were particularly appreciated by fans, with many noting how rare it is to see such a gracious response after a bitter playoff win.
Despite the Chiefs' victory, Mahomes made it clear that the battle was not easy and that Allen's prowess on the field was something he holds in high regard.
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While Mahomes has had a rough record against Allen in the regular season, with a 1-4 mark, the playoff landscape has been much kinder to the Chiefs' star. In the postseason, Mahomes has been flawless, going 4-0 against the Bills.
Those victories have often been nail-biters, with Mahomes showing up in clutch moments and putting up impressive stats, including nine touchdowns with no incompletions in those matchups.
But despite Mahomes' success in the playoffs, it's clear that Allen's Bills have been formidable opponents. The two quarterbacks have created one of the most exciting rivalries in recent years, each showing immense respect for one another.
On the flip side, the Bills now find themselves at a bit of a crossroads. Head coach Sean McDermott, who's known for his defensive expertise, has struggled to come up with a strategy to stop Mahomes and the Chiefs' high-powered offense.
Despite a strong season overall, Buffalo's inability to stop Mahomes in the big moments has led to some soul-searching.
For McDermott, his defense will need to evolve if the Bills are to overcome this playoff hurdle in the future.