Patrick Mahomes described Travis Kelce because the “true Chiefs’ Chief” after a record-equalling evening for the veteran tight finish because the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs beat the Washington Commanders 28-7 on Monday Night time Soccer.
Kelce caught a 10-yard landing go from Mahomes late within the third quarter to tie former working again Priest Holmes for probably the most TDs in Chiefs historical past with 83.
It accomplished evening for the 36-year-old who ended it with six receptions for 99 yards.
“He’s simply the true Chiefs’ Chief,” Mahomes stated. “He’s the man that’s been right here by means of the entire thing, being right here with Coach [Andy] Reid your entire 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, making certain the touchdown-scoring ball was positioned safely within the fingers of a Chiefs staffer.
The quarterback added: “He’s breaking all of the data now. He’s all in regards to the staff, so I needed to verify he will get that [ball], and hopefully we will get one other ball for him later within the season when he breaks the document.”
Kelce contemplated retirement within the offseason and his contract with the Chiefs expires subsequent 12 months. It appears doubtless this will likely be his closing 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 stated. “This place is particular and I find it irresistible right here. By way of the historic stuff, I’m nonetheless trying on the subsequent sport and the following catch and making an attempt to get higher.
“I’m simply the outdated, fortunate canine nonetheless ready to do that factor. I’m placing on the pads like I’m 15 years outdated once more.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 believe it simply exhibits the expansion we’ve had as a staff,” Mahomes stated. “Though we didn’t begin the best way we needed to on offense, it confirmed we will battle by means of adversity and play the model of soccer we need to play.”
Washington fell to 3-5 and wish some wins rapidly if they’re to repeat final season’s run to the playoffs.