Patrick Mahomes, an American professional football player, has a net worth of $90 million and an annual salary of $40 million. Known for playing as the quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs and as one of the NFL’s highest-paid athletes, Mahomes has achieved remarkable success. He was drafted as the 10th pick in the 2017 NFL Draft by the Chiefs, after playing quarterback at Texas Tech. Mahomes led the Chiefs to their first Super Bowl win in 50 years in 2020, and in 2023, he led them to another victory.
Early Life and Athletic Beginnings:
Born on September 17, 1995, in Tyler, Texas, Mahomes is the son of MLB pitcher Pat Mahomes and Randi Martin. He showed early talent in football, basketball, and baseball, eventually focusing on football. Mahomes was ranked as the 12th-best dual-threat quarterback coming out of high school and turned down a baseball career after being drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the 37th round of the 2014 MLB Draft. He chose to play football at Texas Tech, where he set NCAA records for single-game passing yards and total offense, ultimately earning the Sammy Baugh Trophy in 2016.
NFL Career and Achievements:
In the 2017 NFL Draft, Mahomes was picked by the Kansas City Chiefs. He spent his rookie year as a backup before becoming the starting quarterback in 2018. That year, Mahomes set numerous NFL records, including becoming the youngest quarterback to throw for 5,000 yards in a season. He won the NFL MVP and was named the NFL Offensive Player of the Year. In the 2020 Super Bowl, Mahomes led the Chiefs to a 31-20 victory, earning Super Bowl MVP honors.
Historic Contract Extension:
Mahomes’s contract extension in 2020 set records, with a 10-year deal worth over $500 million, making him the first half-billion-dollar athlete in sports history. In addition to his football earnings, Mahomes also gained attention for his endorsement deals with major brands like Oakley, Adidas, State Farm, and more.
Personal Life and Family:
Patrick Mahomes is married to Brittany Matthews, with whom he has two children. He also established the “15 and the Mahomies Foundation” in 2019 to benefit children’s causes.
Real Estate Investments:
Mahomes also invests in real estate, with properties including a $3.4 million home in Dallas and a luxury mansion in Kansas City with a personal football field and golf hole.
