Patrick Mahomes shared his feelings regarding the emotional fallout from his father, Pat Mahomes Sr.’s, DWI arrest just days before the 2024 Super Bowl. In a candid conversation during the third episode of ESPN’s The Kingdom, which aired on August 20, 2024, the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback reflected on how the incident affected his preparation for the championship game against the San Francisco 49ers.
The arrest, which marked Pat Sr.’s third DWI charge, became a significant topic of discussion in the lead-up to the major sporting event. “It became a story, and so, I had to answer questions about it,” Patrick explained. He emphasized that knowing the incident had hurt him prompted his father to reconsider his choices. “I think just knowing that it hurt me woke him up to know that like, you can’t keep doing the same things,” he added.
Pat Mahomes Sr., now 55, also expressed regret over the public nature of his actions. He stated, “For [my son] to have to answer questions about me was probably the most embarrassing thing I’ve ever been through in my life.” The former Major League Baseball player acknowledged the impact of his behavior on his family. “I called [Patrick] right after and I told him, I said, ‘I’m sorry that it’s taking away from your time and taking away from your focus,’” he said.
Brittany Mahomes, Patrick’s wife, noted that the incident “finally” made Pat Sr. realize the influence of his actions on his children and grandchildren. The couple shares three children: Sterling, aged 3; Bronze, aged 2; and Golden, aged 7 months.
Reflecting on his past, Pat Sr. admitted, “I never really thought I had any issues when it came to drinking.” He described his drinking habits as part of the culture surrounding sports, saying he had “taken advantage of [his] fair share of privileges” in that environment.
In February 2024, just one week before the Super Bowl, Pat Sr. was arrested in Tyler, Texas, on DWI charges. He was released shortly after posting a $10,000 bond. Subsequently, police footage surfaced showing him pleading with law enforcement not to charge him. In the video, he stated, “My son is getting ready to play in the f***ing Super Bowl. I am not drunk, I promise you. I’ve had some drinks, but he can’t have this right now. This can’t happen.”
Pat Sr. further offered to arrange for someone to drive him home, emphasizing, “Dude, I can get somebody to drive me, but we can’t have this.”
In August 2024, he pleaded guilty to the felony DWI charge and served a 10-day sentence in county jail later that fall.
As the situation developed, Patrick briefly addressed his father’s arrest during a press conference. He stated, “He’s doing good. I don’t really want to get into it too much, but he’s doing good for whatever the situation is. It’s a family matter, so I will just keep it to the family. That’s all I really have to say at this point.”
The discussion surrounding Pat Mahomes Sr.’s arrest has highlighted the personal challenges faced by athletes and their families, particularly in the public eye. As the Mahomes family navigates this difficult period, the emotional impact of such events serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities that often accompany fame and success in the world of sports.