What Patrick Mahomes told Chiefs after season-ending injury

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

What Patrick Mahomes told the Chiefs after season-ending injury

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics
By Angelo Guinhawa | Last updated Dec 20, 2025 8:00 PM ET

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes revealed his competitive core even in the aftermath of a season-ending knee injury. Instead of retreating, the quarterback immediately focused on returning to the field, underscoring why he defines the franchise.

Inside the locker room, Mahomes urged the staff to stabilize his knee and allow him to continue, a reflex resulting from years of playing through pain and pressure.

Coaches ultimately shut him down, recognizing the seriousness of the injury and the need to protect their cornerstone for the future.

The damage included torn ligaments that required surgery and a lengthy rehabilitation timeline, yet Mahomes approached recovery with the same intensity he brings to game preparation.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Head coach Andy Reid described daily check-ins that reinforced Mahomes’ upbeat resolve and relentless work ethic. Even as backup Gardner Minshew assumed starting duties, Mahomes remained engaged, sending encouragement and notes to teammates from afar.

Patrick Mahomes asked Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid to let him play

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid.

Reid recounted what Mahomes told him after suffering the season-ending injury. This can be seen in a video shared by Sports Radio 810 WHB on X.

Andy Reid describes Patrick Mahomes' mindset right now.

He smiles, saying, "Get me up and get me going. He (Mahomes) was basically saying that an hour after the game. Brace me up, let me go." pic.twitter.com/CjsrIdJsWq
— Sports Radio 810 WHB (@SportsRadio810) December 17, 2025

The injury closed a difficult chapter for Kansas City, ending a decade-long playoff run and forcing a reset during the final weeks. Still, Mahomes’ response reframed the setback, shifting attention from loss to resilience and long-term goals.

Mahomes’ words captured his identity as a leader who refuses to concede, even when sidelined. As the Chiefs turn toward recovery and renewal, his determination has already set the tone for what comes next.

This article first appeared on Gridiron Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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