Super Bowl Week: 2 Ex-MLB Stars Clash in New Orleans

In the bustling streets of New Orleans during Super Bowl week, a heated argument erupted between two former MLB pitchers, Patrick Mahomes Sr. and John Rocker. The incident took place outside Willie’s Chicken Shack, near the famous St. Louis Cathedral. Mahomes Sr. , the father of NFL superstar Patrick Mahomes, was seen standing outside the restaurant when Rocker exited and approached him. Rocker attempted to shake Mahomes’ hand, but Mahomes pushed it away. Tensions quickly escalated, with both men shouting at each other. The situation became so intense that bystanders were shocked and started shouting, “Oh s–t” and “Is that f–king Johnny Rocker? ” Mahomes Sr. was eventually pulled away by two men, one wearing a blue shirt and the other a red baseball cap. The altercation was captured on video and quickly went viral. It was later revealed that the incident might have been staged to promote a rumored boxing match between the two. Mahomes Sr. and Rocker both addressed the incident on social media. Rocker posted, “This f–king loser can’t take a damn joke. Wish I laid him out right there and ruined his bulls–t weekend even more. ” Mahomes Sr. responded, “You really haven’t changed one bit in the last 25 years. Keep my name out your loud mouth. ” Rocker continued the back-and-forth, insulting Mahomes Sr. further. “You wouldn’t have had the balls to say that to my face the other night. Lanky ass clown, ” Rocker wrote. He followed up with another post, “F–K PATRICK MAHOMES. ” The incident occurred during Super Bowl 2025 week, a time when speculation was rife about a potential boxing match between the two at the Barstool Sports “Rough ‘N’ Rowdy” event. Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, hinted at the possibility in an interview. “I don’t know, that’s why I don’t want the paperwork to get ripped up. I think it is, ” Portnoy said when asked if a Rocker-Mahomes fight was happening. “I believe we have a signed agreement for Mahomes Sr. to fight John Rocker at Rough N Rowdy. ” Portnoy added, “I think it’s 100 percent, but I haven’t seen the signed paperwork yet. ” Mahomes Sr. was in New Orleans to support his son and the Kansas City Chiefs, who were attempting to make history by winning three straight Super Bowl titles. Unfortunately, the Chiefs fell short, losing 40-22 to the Eagles. The incident between Mahomes Sr. and Rocker has sparked a lot of debate. Some believe it was a genuine disagreement, while others think it was a publicity stunt to hype up the boxing match. The truth remains unclear, but one thing is certain: the altercation has certainly added some drama to Super Bowl week.