Patrick Mahomes keeps promise to wife as Chiefs claim No. 1 seed in playoffs
- The Kansas City Chiefs secured the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs by defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers on December 25, 2024.
- Quarterback Patrick Mahomes threw for 320 yards and three touchdowns, significantly contributing to the team's win.
- This victory allowed Mahomes to fulfill a personal promise to his pregnant wife before their third child is born.
On December 25, 2024, in the United States, the Kansas City Chiefs faced the Pittsburgh Steelers in a critical Christmas Day matchup. The Chiefs needed a win to secure the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoff seeding, which quarterback Patrick Mahomes aimed to achieve. Additionally, Mahomes had promised his pregnant wife, Brittany, that he would win the game to ensure they could be together when welcoming their third child into the world. Mahomes delivered an outstanding performance, throwing for 320 yards and three touchdowns, leading the Chiefs to a decisive 29-10 victory while the defense stifled the Steelers, allowing only 10 points. This win not only fulfilled Mahomes' promise but also solidified the Chiefs’ path in the playoffs as they now prepared for this season's wild-card round beginning January 11, 2025. With this victory, Kansas City improved its record to 15-1, indicating a strong season despite earlier injuries and off-field challenges. The success on the field has also kept alive Mahomes’ goal of achieving a three-peat by winning three consecutive Super Bowls, as the Chiefs look to defend their championship title in the upcoming playoffs.