Patrick Mahomes addressed one of the most talked-about moments from the Chiefs’ latest matchup after the game. The quarterback spoke about Travis Kelce’s record setting touchdown. He explained how the veteran tight end reached the top of Kansas City’s all-time scoring list.
Patrick Mahomes talks about Travis Kelce’s TD record
Patrick Mahomes addressed Travis Kelce’s latest milestone after the tight end became the Kansas City Chiefs’ all-time touchdown leader during their Nov. 16 matchup against the Denver Broncos.
Mahomes acknowledged Kelce’s performance immediately after the game and highlighted the significance of the fourth-quarter score. He said, “He deserves it, the work he puts in every day. He’s a leader, man.” He added that the moment “speaks to the person that he is that he’s able to go out there and break that record.” (via E! News)
Mahomes delivered the snap that set up Kelce’s 84th career touchdown, which surpassed Priest Holmes’ previous franchise record. He described the play as “a great play in a big moment in the game,” noting that it reflected Kelce’s consistency in high-pressure situations. Before achieving the record, Kelce had scored his 100th career touchdown earlier in the season, where he incorporated a gesture inspired by Taylor Swift’s “Fate of Ophelia” dance during his end-zone celebration.
Kelce declined a post-game interview due to the team’s 22-19 loss, telling reporters via ESPN, “If you were going to ask me about the [franchise] record, I could care less about that right now.” His fiancée, Taylor Swift, was not present for the Denver game and last attended a Chiefs matchup on Oct. 27 against the Washington Commanders at Arrowhead Stadium. Kelce spent the bye week in New York City, sharing on New Heights, “Just hung out, put the feet up, saw some cool places, ate some great food… it was pretty fun.”
Kelce’s milestone adds to a career shaped by his long tenure in Kansas City, where he has also become the Chiefs’ all-time leader in receptions. Mahomes continued to emphasize Kelce’s role on and off the field, underscoring the connection between the two players throughout their run together.
Originally reported by Vritti Johar on Mandatory.com.
