There was intensified interest among the fans and followers to watch Patrick Mahomes punt the ball. Dave Toub took the liberty to reveal during a recent press conference that the reigning MVP was the Chiefs’ backup punter. Consequently, backing up the statement, the defending champs took the opportunity to flaunt Mahomes’ punting skills.
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The Kansas City Chiefs posted a video via their official account on X (formerly Twitter), showing Mahomes punting the football. This clip was from practice and was posted with the intent of showing the 2x MVP’s applaudable attempt.
The Chiefs Name Patrick Mahomes as their Backup Punter
The Kansas City Chiefs are known for not punting very often. However, in instances when they do, Tommy Townsend is their go-to option. The debate related to the Chiefs’ punter began as Townsend suffered a hyperextended knee in their matchup against the Denver Broncos. Consequently, the assistant head coach Dave Toub brought clarity to the fans, naming Mahomes as their backup for the job.
#Chiefs special teams coordinator of Patrick Mahomes being the backup punter. pic.twitter.com/b1fxYzFuNW
— Nick Jacobs (@Jacobs71) October 20, 2023
The Chiefs via X, made sure to back up the stance, posting a video of their star QB, punting the football for fun during practice. Not only the attempt, but the skills that Mahomes displayed, made fans gasp in delight.
Can confirm. https://t.co/QDO3rwUNmA pic.twitter.com/jtD3pAdAcZ
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) October 20, 2023
It is obvious that Patrick Mahomes has a wide fanbase. As soon as the Chiefs posted his fun video, fans swooped into the comment section with their passionate praises.
Catching up on some news from yesterday, Coach Toub revealed that Patrick Mahomes is the Chiefs’ backup punter.
The more you can do!
— Matt McMullen (@KCChiefs_Matt) October 20, 2023
Dude has a rocket arm and cannon leg!
— Kansas City Today (@KC__Today) October 20, 2023
Is there anything he can’t do, oh wait no🔥🐐
— Ainsley (@Ainsleyk15) October 20, 2023
He always looks like the most competitive kid with the most unorthodox style while being better at you than everything lol
— Tra Andrews (@TraAndrews16) October 20, 2023
Imagine Pat being our actual punter
Teams would be scared as hell on fourth down
— fatty patty (@theonlydyl_) October 20, 2023
While many fans showered praise on the NFL star, there were some who raised eyebrows over the notion of Mahomes being a backup punter.
Mahomes Reclaims His Star Status with Versatility
Soon after Coach Toub let the cat out of the bag, curiosity filled the air. It was not only fans but also football luminaries like J.J. Watt who asked for a glimpse of Mahomes’ skills before the clip was eventually shared online. He mentioned the same via X, writing,
“We got 6,000 videos of you throwing no-look darts and 70-yarders in pregame, yet not one single punt on film?”
we got 6,000 videos of you throwing no-look darts and 70-yarders in pregame, yet not one single punt on film?!
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) October 20, 2023
The Chiefs not only delivered the skills to their fan base but also set any doubts that arose from the declaration to the ground. Additionally, Patrick Mahomes’ star status was reclaimed as his skills at the game were appreciated widely.
