Patrick Mahomes on NFL Punishment for Commanders: ‘We’ll Focus on What We Do Best—Playing Football’
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has always been a leader, not just in performance but in attitude. Recently, he weighed in on the NFL’s decision to punish Washington Commanders players following a controversial incident during the Chiefs' matchup with Washington. While others may have dwelled on the penalty, Mahomes was quick to turn the conversation back to the game, focusing on the bigger picture — his team’s commitment to excellence on the field.
“I respect the league’s decision,” Mahomes said. “It’s important that the game stays fair, and everyone plays with respect. We’ve had our moments of adversity, and we’ve always learned from them. It’s part of growing as a team. At the end of the day, we’ll just focus on what we do best: playing football.”
Mahomes' comments come after a physical and emotional game that saw tensions flare, leading to fines and suspensions for some of the Commanders players involved. The incident was a reminder that the NFL, while being a fierce and competitive league, requires a high level of sportsmanship and discipline. For Mahomes, the focus isn’t on the off-field drama but on keeping the Chiefs’ championship-level mentality intact and maintaining a laser focus on their performance.
While some players might have reacted differently, Mahomes is well-known for his maturity and leadership. He understands that the best way to deal with adversity is not to focus on the distractions but to continue working towards the team’s goals. The Chiefs’ continued success is a testament to this approach. Mahomes has always demonstrated that staying composed and concentrating on the task at hand is the best strategy for long-term success.
“Every team goes through ups and downs, and that includes us,” Mahomes continued. “But what matters is how you respond to those moments. We don’t let one game, one call, or one fine define us. What defines us is how we come together as a team and keep pushing towards our ultimate goal.”
The Chiefs have learned from their past mistakes, whether it’s overcoming injuries or dealing with setbacks in crucial games. This mindset has kept them at the top of the league for the past few years, making them perennial Super Bowl contenders. Mahomes' leadership, both on and off the field, remains a cornerstone of their success.
“It's a long season, and there’s a lot of football left to play,” Mahomes added. “We can’t let anything sidetrack us. We’re just focusing on getting better every week, playing the best football we can, and leaving everything on the field.”
With Mahomes’ leadership and the Chiefs’ collective commitment, the team looks primed to continue their journey toward another playoff run. As the NFL season progresses, Mahomes' perspective will serve as a guiding principle for the Chiefs: Keep working hard, stay focused, and above all, play the game with respect.
Cowboys' rumored superstar trade target drops cryptic note after OT loss
The Week 9 slate of games on Sunday is nearly in the books, and the NFL trade deadline is looming. While the Dallas Cowboys had the day off ahead of a Monday Night Football meeting with the Arizona Cardinals in less than 24 hours, there was plenty to pay attention to.
Week 9 was a crucial point for several teams ahead of this week's deadline, with the result potentially determining whether they would be buyers or sellers.
Dallas has been linked to some of the top pass rushers and players on the defensive side of the ball, and reports were flying on Sunday morning that the team is expected to be "aggressive" with moves to improve the roster.
One player that the team was previously linked to and reportedly inquired about trading for is superstar Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby.
Crosby and the Raiders suffered a heartbreaking overtime loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, which led to the star pass rusher dropping a cryptic message on social media that some viewed as a potential farewell as Vegas fell to 2-6 on the year.
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"Raider Nation I Love Yall With Everything In My Heart & Soul," Crosby posted on X. "Yall Deserve Better. Stay As One, It Will Change."
The comments and reposts were immediately full of Cowboys fans sharing tongue-in-cheek comments welcoming Crosby to Dallas.
"Start looking at homes in Dallas, big bro," one user wrote. Another wrote, "This is your goodbye. Welcome to Dallas!"
Even Raiders fans were in mourning, urging Crosby to do what's best for him and demand a trade. "You deserve better Maxx. You gotta demand a trade," a heartbroken fan added. "This organization will always be a sh*t show with Howdy Doody as an Owner. Get the hell outta Vegas as fast as you can & get you a ring."
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If the Cowboys have an opportunity to land Crosby and the talks of earlier talks were real, Jerry Jones and company need to follow up and do what it takes to get a deal done for the 28-year-old star.
The NFL trade deadline is set for Tuesday, November 4, at 4:00 p.m. ET.
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