He couldn’t be on the field. But Patrick Mahomes was still right there in spirit.
From home, rehabbing his torn ACL, the Chiefs quarterback erupted on social media after Travis Kelce hauled in the catch that pushed him past 13,000 career receiving yards — making him just the third tight end in NFL history to reach the mark.
“13K! ” Mahomes posted on X moments after the milestone.
The moment was made even more surreal by the circumstances. The historic grab came on a short pass from third-string quarterback Shane Buechele, with both Mahomes and backup Gardner Minshew sidelined by knee injuries. Yet somehow, through chaos and heartbreak, Kelce still found a way to make history.
Fans flooded Mahomes’ replies with emotion — many begging him not to let Kelce retire, others thanking the duo for memories they’ll cherish forever.
And the timing couldn’t feel heavier.
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With retirement rumors swirling around the 36-year-old tight end — and his engagement to Taylor Swift pushing him toward a new chapter — Kelce has only said he’ll decide his future with family, friends and the Chiefs “when the time comes.”
One catch. One tweet. And suddenly, an entire era feels like it’s holding its breath.
