Mahomes' Moment of Concern: A Tackle Gone Wrong

Patrick Mahomes, the star quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs, recently found himself in a precarious situation on the field. While trying to make a tackle after an interception, Mahomes collided with his teammate, wide receiver Rashee Rice. The impact was severe enough to leave Rice with a potentially serious knee injury. Mahomes' immediate concern was for his teammate's well-being, as Rice was forced to be carted off the field. Mahomes reflected on the play, acknowledging that if he hadn't thrown the interception, the incident might not have occurred. He praised Rice for making a great play, but also expressed relief that it wasn't worse. "I knew it wasn't good," Mahomes said, his words echoing the sense of unease that filled the stadium. Rice, the Chiefs' top receiver, is a crucial part of their passing game. His absence would undoubtedly be felt, especially with the team struggling to find their rhythm this season. Mahomes knows that losing Rice would make it even more challenging for the Chiefs to turn their season around.