Patrick Mahomes described Travis Kelce because the “true Chiefs’ Chief” after a record-equalling night time for the veteran tight finish because the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Washington Commanders 28-7 on Monday Night Football.
Kelce caught a 10-yard landing go from Mahomes late within the third quarter to tie former operating again Priest Holmes for probably the most TDs in Chiefs historical past with 83.
It accomplished an excellent night time for the 36-year-old who ended it with six receptions for 99 yards.
“He’s simply the true Chiefs’ Chief,” Mahomes mentioned. “He’s the man that’s been right here by means of the entire thing, being right here with Coach [Andy] Reid all the time. He helped set the tradition of what it means to play for Coach Reid and for Kansas Metropolis. I used to be capable of are available in and have that man to depend on.”
Mahomes guards history-making ball for Kelce
Mahomes made positive Kelce had a memento of the accomplishment, guaranteeing the touchdown-scoring ball was positioned safely within the arms of a Chiefs staffer.
The quarterback added: “He’s breaking all of the information now. He’s all concerning the staff, so I needed to ensure he will get that [ball], and hopefully we are able to get one other ball for him later within the season when he breaks the file.”
Kelce contemplated retirement within the offseason and his contract with the Chiefs expires subsequent yr. It appears doubtless this might be his remaining rodeo however he’s having fun with it whereas it lasts.
“I simply cherish these moments, man, with the ability to play at Arrowhead,” he mentioned. “This place is particular and I adore it right here. By way of the historic stuff, I’m nonetheless trying on the subsequent sport and the subsequent catch and making an attempt to get higher.
“I’m simply the previous, fortunate canine nonetheless ready to do that factor. I’m placing on the pads like I’m 15 years previous once more. I’m loving each single little bit of it.”
Mahomes impressed with relentless Chiefs
The win was the Chiefs’ fourth of their final 5 video games and moved them to 5-3 for the season.
After a sluggish begin they discovered their groove with Mahomes throwing for 299 yards and three touchdowns.
“I feel it simply reveals the expansion we’ve had as a staff,” Mahomes mentioned. “Despite the fact that we didn’t begin the way in which we needed to on offense, it confirmed we are able to battle by means of adversity and play the model of soccer we wish to play.”
Washington fell to 3-5 and wish some wins shortly if they’re to repeat final season’s run to the playoffs.
