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Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes’ Rare Move Draws Attention Before Chargers Game
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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has spent years making headlines for what he does on the football field. However, a newly revealed story about something he did away from the spotlight is getting attention ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers.
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The Chiefs enter Week 6 with a perfect 4-0 record, and Mahomes has Kansas City's offense looking dangerous again. But one of the more fascinating stories surrounding the organization involves rookie running back Emmett Johnson and an unexpected message he received from the three-time Super Bowl champion.
According to Jesse Newell's reporting for The Athletic , published Thursday, Mahomes personally reached out to Johnson on Instagram before the 2026 NFL Draft. It was an unusual move for the superstar quarterback, who had already taken notice of the former Nebraska standout.
What happened next makes the story even better.
