Patrick Mahomes' Parents: Their Support and His NFL Journey

Meet the Parents Behind Patrick Mahomes' Success

As Patrick Mahomes stood on stage after being selected 10th overall in the 2017 NFL draft, two proud parents watched their son begin his professional football career. Patrick Mahomes Sr. and Randi Mahomes have been supporting their talented son every step of the way on his journey to NFL stardom.

Patrick Mahomes Sr. - Former MLB Pitcher

Patrick Mahomes' father, Patrick Mahomes Sr., was a professional athlete himself. He spent over 10 years playing major league baseball as a pitcher. Having a father who played professional sports gave the younger Patrick an understanding from a young age of what it takes to make it professionally.

In an interview at the NFL draft, Patrick Mahomes Sr. spoke about advice he gave his son, "Since he was a little kid, I've prepared him for being a professional athlete. I always taught him to be humble and respectful. I told him to take advantage of the platform the NFL will provide him but also give back to the community any chance you get."

Randi Mahomes - Volleyball Star Turned Therapist

Patrick's mother, Randi Mahomes, was also a standout athlete. She played volleyball at the University of Oklahoma and then professionally overseas. After retiring from sports, she changed careers to become a therapist.

Having two parents with professional athletic experience helped instill work ethic and mental toughness in Patrick from a young age according to his dad, "Patrick Mahomes Sr. said, "Between Randi and I, Patrick learned that becoming a professional athlete takes hard work, perseverance, and having the right mindset. We couldn't be prouder to see him achieving his dream."

Supporting Patrick Every Step of the Way

Both Patrick Mahomes Sr and Randi Mahomes have been incredibly supportive parents since Patrick showed exceptional talent and interest in sports as a child.

They spent years driving him to practices and games. His father coached many of Patrick's youth baseball and football teams. His mother provided emotional support through all the ups and downs.

Even after Patrick left for college, his parents were always there for advice. "We give Patrick his space to make his own decisions now, but he still checks in with us regularly" said Randi Mahomes "We do our best to support him however we can."

Behind the Scenes at the NFL Draft

While the NFL draft is a nerve-wracking experience for players, it's equally stressful for parents. Both Patrick Mahomes Sr. and Randi Mahomes felt anxious waiting to see where their son would get selected.

"It was definitely an emotional rollercoaster waiting on Patrick's name to get called" said Patrick Mahomes Sr. But the moment the Kansas City Chiefs selected Patrick 10th overall, all nervousness turned into excitement.

The Mahomes family celebrated together with hugs and tears of joy. As Patrick took the stage to put on his Chiefs hat, his parents watched with pride. "It was an incredible moment seeing Patrick's hard work pay off" said Randi Mahomes, "I'm so excited to see him continue his NFL career."

Supporting Patrick in Kansas City

While the Mahomes family is sad to see Patrick move away from his hometown in Texas, they could not be more thrilled that he landed with Kansas City.

"The Chiefs have an excellent offense and seem like a great organization overall. I think Patrick will learn a lot there while still getting opportunities to play." said Patrick Mahomes Sr.

Both of Patrick's parents plan to attend as many Chiefs games as possible to cheer him on. "We've supported Patrick through every baseball game and football game growing up, so nothing will change now." Randi Mahomes added, "We can't wait to see him take the field as the Chiefs quarterback of the future."

Proud Parents See a Bright Future

After all the years driving Patrick to practices, coaching his teams, and providing emotional support, Patrick Mahomes Sr. and Randi Mahomes could not feel more proud seeing their son selected in the first round of the NFL draft.

"Patrick has worked for this his whole life and always carried himself like a professional." said Patrick Mahomes Sr. "His mother and I did our best to prepare him, but Patrick put in the long hours and is fully responsible for the player he is today."

Both parents are beyond excited to continue supporting their son any way they can as he embarks on his journey with Kansas City. They believe the future is exceedingly bright for Patrick Mahomes as he follows his dreams to NFL stardom.

FAQs

What sports did Patrick Mahomes' parents play?

Patrick's father, Patrick Mahomes Sr., was a professional baseball pitcher in MLB for over 10 years. His mother, Randi Mahomes, played volleyball at the University of Oklahoma and professionally overseas.

How were Patrick Mahomes' parents involved in his athletic career?

Both of Patrick's parents coached his little league teams growing up. They spent years driving him to practices and games. They also provided advice and emotional support throughout his athletic career.

Where did Patrick Mahomes go to college before entering the NFL draft?

Patrick Mahomes played college football at Texas Tech University for three seasons before declaring for the NFL draft after his junior year.

Which team drafted Patrick Mahomes in 2017?

The Kansas City Chiefs traded up to select Patrick Mahomes 10th overall in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft.