Mahomes' Behind-the-Back Pass to Kelce Stuns Fans

kansas city chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ incredible pass to tight end Travis Kelce during the game with Detroit Lions will forever remain in history as one of the most memorable trick pass plays in the NFL. Indeed, with the ball on the Lions 33-yard line on third-and-3 in the first quarter, Mahomes displayed not only creativity but also his ability to perform efficiently under pressure. The pass resulted in an 8-yard completion, allowing the Chiefs to extend their drive, and capture the Lions in their own territory. It is not surprising that Mahomes’ pass quickly became the most discussed play on NFL-related social media platforms and among fans.

The comparison of these two plays highlighted the argument for the contested execution of Marino’s pass and its distinction from Mahomes’. Unlike Mahomes, the Dolphins quarterback did not send the ball to the receiver but demonstrated only his arm strength – Marino’s pass reached the end zone. Obviously, the KC quarterback had no one else to throw but Kelce, so his trick was both purposeful and executed during the live game rather than during a pre-game practice demonstration. Ultimately, the Chiefs lost 23 – 24, having been defeated by only one point by the Lions but Mahomes’ execution of one of the two behind-the-back passes was a big highlight of the game. The trick pass was not preplanned, as Mahomes stated that he thought not about the pass but about the quick whistle when Kelce unexpectedly started to run through his field of vision. For fans of an extraordinary game, it not only became a spectacular trick pass but also reinforced Mahomes’ reputation as one of the most gifted and talented football players.