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This article highlights some untold stories from Patrick Mahomes' rookie season with the Kansas City Chiefs. Despite spending most of the season as a backup to Alex Smith, Mahomes' talent was evident to his teammates and coaches. The article includes stories from various individuals who witnessed Mahomes' skills and potential during his rookie year.
Patrick Mahomes | QB
Breakout
Pickup
- Mahomes' talent was evident to his teammates and coaches during his rookie season.
- He impressed his teammates with his throws in practice and made no-look passes.
- Mahomes' first career completion was a 51-yard strike to Demetrius Harris.
- He showed off his scrambling ability and arm talent in his first game against the Denver Broncos.
- Mahomes has never lost to the Broncos, with an 11-0 record against them.
- He was able to make plays against the Chiefs' defense in practice, impressing his teammates.
- Mahomes' throws in practice were a highlight for the Chiefs' personnel director.
- He displayed calmness and handled pressure well in his first NFL game.
- Mahomes recalls throwing a no-look pass against Derrick Johnson, who acknowledged his skills.
- Mahomes believes he would have had success if he played as a rookie but acknowledges the importance of learning from Alex Smith.
Kansas City Chiefs
- Mahomes' talent was evident to his teammates and coaches during his rookie season.
- The Chiefs' defense was in awe of Mahomes' throws in practice.
- The Chiefs' dominance in the AFC West began with Mahomes' arrival.
- Mahomes has never lost to the Denver Broncos, with an 11-0 record against them.
Denver Broncos
- The Broncos were impressed by Mahomes' skills in his first game against them.
- Mahomes' arrival marked a shift in the AFC West division, with the Chiefs becoming dominant.
- The Broncos have not beaten Mahomes since his arrival.