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Patrick Mahomes, the star quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs, has quickly become one of the NFL's most outstanding players. With two league MVP awards and leading his team to three Super Bowl victories in 2020, 2023, and 2024, Mahomes has already etched his name in football history as one of the all-time greats.

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On Feb. 11, Patrick Mahomes added another accolade to his impressive career by being named the MVP of Super Bowl LVIII after throwing for 333 yards and delivering a game-winning touchdown in overtime. At just 28 years old, Mahomes is now one of only three players, along with Joe Montana and Tom Brady, to have won the Super Bowl MVP three times.

The Chiefs, under Mahomes' leadership, have matched the Patriots' achievement of winning back-to-back Super Bowls, further solidifying Mahomes' legacy in the sport.

✦ NFL Career: Kansas City Chiefs

Patrick Mahomes' journey with the Kansas City Chiefs began when he was drafted as the 10th overall pick in the 2017 NFL draft. He made his debut later that year against the Denver Broncos and quickly showcased his potential. By 2018, Mahomes had already made history by throwing for 50 touchdowns and 5,000 passing yards in a single season, joining an exclusive club of quarterbacks to achieve such a feat.

That stellar performance earned him the NFL's MVP award and marked him as the first player in Chiefs' history to win the honor. In February 2020, Mahomes led the Chiefs to a Super Bowl victory over the San Francisco 49ers, earning the MVP title for the game. His success secured him a record-breaking 10-year contract extension, solidifying his place with the team.

Despite a setback in 2021 with a Super Bowl loss to Tom Brady's Buccaneers, Mahomes and the Chiefs bounced back in 2023, defeating the Philadelphia Eagles for another championship. That season, Mahomes threw for over 4,000 yards and 27 touchdowns, leading the team to impressive playoff victories.

In Super Bowl LVIII, he orchestrated a dramatic comeback to defeat the 49ers, further adding to his legacy with another MVP award.

✦ Star of Quarterback

In July 2023, Netflix released a docuseries titled "Quarterback," featuring Patrick Mahomes, Marcus Mariota, and Kirk Cousins. This series, which had NFL legend Peyton Manning as an executive producer, provided an inside look at Mahomes' 2022 NFL season.

Viewers were given a unique perspective on his rigorous practice routines and glimpses of his life off the field with his wife, Brittany, and their family.
The series offered fans a deeper understanding of what it takes to be an NFL quarterback and highlighted Mahomes' dedication both as an athlete and a family man.

Relive the improbable Hall of Fame career of Emmitt Thomas, an undrafted defensive back who became a cornerstone of the Kansas City Chiefs' defense.

"Lockdown" Legend: The Unbelievable Journey of Emmitt Thomas

Born on June 3, 1943, in Angleton, Texas, Emmitt Thomas defied expectations from the very beginning of his professional football journey. Despite his impressive 6-foot-2, 192-pound frame and undeniable athletic talent, the defensive back from Bishop College in Dallas, Texas, went unselected in the 1966 NFL Draft. However, the Kansas City Chiefs, recognizing his potential, signed him as a free agent, a decision that would prove to be one of the franchise's shrewdest moves.

College Career:

Emmitt Thomas honed his skills at Bishop College, a historically Black college. While primarily known for his defensive prowess in the pros, Thomas showcased his versatility in college, playing wide receiver and even some quarterback in addition to his duties in the secondary. It was his athletic ability and raw talent that caught the eye of a Chiefs scout, leading to his unexpected opportunity in professional football.

Road to the Pro Game:

Going undrafted presented a significant hurdle, but Thomas seized his chance with the Chiefs. He made the team in 1966 and quickly proved his worth. Despite the initial oversight by other NFL teams, Thomas's talent and dedication shone through, earning him a spot on the Chiefs' roster and the beginning of a remarkable career.

Football Legacy:

Emmitt Thomas became a cornerstone of the Kansas City Chiefs' defense for 13 seasons (1966-1978), establishing himself as one of the premier cornerbacks of his era. His impact on the franchise is undeniable, setting a Chiefs' club record with 58 career interceptions, a mark that still stands. The 1969 season was particularly special, as he led the AFL with 9 interceptions, followed by an incredible playoff performance with three more picks, including one in the Chiefs' Super Bowl IV victory over the Minnesota Vikings. In 1974, he recorded an astounding 12 interceptions, just two shy of the NFL record at the time. A five-time All-AFL/AFC selection and five-time Pro Bowler, Thomas also earned All-NFL honors in multiple years during the early 1970s. His consistent excellence and ball-hawking abilities earned him a well-deserved enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008. His journey from an overlooked prospect to a Hall of Famer exemplifies perseverance and talent.

✦ Accolades, Awards, and Career Stats: Pro Football Hall of Fame (2008)
Super Bowl Champion (IV)
AFL Champion (1966)

5-time Pro Bowl selection (1968, 1971, 1972, 1974, 1975)

5-time All-AFL/AFC selection (1969, 1971, 1972, 1974, 1975)
All-NFL First Team (1974)
All-NFL Second Team (1969, 1971, 1975)
AFL Interceptions Leader (1969)
NFL Interceptions Leader (1974)
Kansas City Chiefs Career Interception Leader (58)
NFL Career Stats: 181 games played, 58 interceptions, 937 interception return yards, 5 interception touchdowns.