Mic’d-Up Video Reveals Patrick Mahomes’ Message to Coach After Injury Scare
NFL Films captured Patrick Mahomes’ message to Eric Bieniemy after the Chiefs quarterback injured his elbow against the Jets.
In the wake of an injury scare, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes requested that offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy continue calling the game in a familiar manner. This request was captured in a mic'ed-up video shared by NFL Films, which shows the quarterback's response after a hit to his throwing arm during a game against the New York Jets.
The incident occurred late in the first half when Jets rookie David Bailey collided with Mahomes, causing him to lose the ball and get up holding his right elbow. Despite the setback, Mahomes returned to the offense before halftime. The Chiefs ultimately secured a 35-12 victory over the Jets, marking a significant turnaround following consecutive losses.
Running back Kenneth Walker played a pivotal role in the comeback, scoring three touchdowns and amassing 143 yards from scrimmage. Mahomes' decision to ask Bieniemy to maintain the current offensive strategy provided context to the situation, as the quarterback had a long-standing relationship with his longtime coach. By Wednesday, Mahomes reported that treatment had helped his injured elbow and expressed optimism about returning to throw during practice as the Chiefs prepared for their next game against the Atlanta Falcons.
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