Ignored Mahomes Sibling Saves Team From Embarrassment as Patrick Mahomes Returns to Old Habits With Chiefs

Zoe Mahomes just turned 11—and while most kids that age are focused on birthday cake and throwing parties, she’s out here putting her soccer team on her back. Literally. It was supposed to be just another game in the youth circuit. Instead, it turned into a full-on redemption arc with Zoe playing hero. But the wild part is that most of the internet almost missed it—because the headlines got pinned towards Patrick Mahomes, and Brittany’s silence during her birthday week.

But we’d not steal the spotlight away from Zoe because it was her SB equivalent moment. A reel posted to her Instagram (run by mom Anika) showed her bending in a sweet free-kick like she’s been watching prime Beckham clips. Caption? “Goal 3 – Game 3.” Yup. That’s three goals in a single game of the Solar International Girls Cup Texas. What’s the deal? Quite big in the States. It’s the largest & most competitive girls-only tournament in the U.S.

Translation: a match-saving hat trick. And guess who made sure everyone saw it? Her dad, Pat Mahomes Sr. As always, the Silky_P, does post Zoe. This isn’t just one lucky game, either. Zoe’s been on the grind. She signed with Sting 14G Pre-ECNL Flynn soccer club back in July 2024—a big-time step for a young player. She’s already leading her squad to tournament titles, like that City Futsal 3v3 win not long ago. And remember—this is a kid who once tried flag football… as a quarterback. She’s a Mahomes through and through. Just don’t box her in.

Meanwhile, Zoe doesn’t seem to need anyone’s validation to shine. Her dad’s showing up, stretching with her pre-game, yelling from the sidelines, and reminding her—“Keep grinding, baby girl.” That support? It’s louder than a stadium full of fans. So while her older brother is out there building a legacy in the NFL, Zoe Mahomes just saved her team from a beatdown—and made sure no one forgets the other Mahomes in cleats.

Patrick Mahomes is back at it

Well, look who’s back cooking up offseason magic — Patrick Mahomes has hit the ground throwing. And no, this wasn’t your typical backyard warmup. Nine days before the Chiefs’ official offseason workouts even kicked off, Mahomes was already in Texas rounding up the troops for a private throwing session. You know how some guys hit vacation mode? Mahomes hits grind mode. Hard.

But don’t expect to see the full band just yet. Travis Kelce? Missing in action. The future Hall of Fame tight end is still off the grid, likely recharging for what might be his final tour. Age 36. Three Super Bowl rings. And now possibly entering his “last dance” season. Can you blame the man for taking his time?

That said, the Mahomes-led throwdown featured plenty of familiar (and new) faces: Nikko Remigio, Skyy Moore, rookie Xavier Worthy, Noah Gray, Isiah Pacheco, Chris Oladokun, and even Bailey Zappe made the cut. It was part chemistry-building, part lowkey audition — especially for guys looking to make the 53. And don’t forget Pacheco, who’s working his way back after a tough leg injury derailed his 2024 season. Fans are watching his every move, hoping he returns to full throttle.

Now, about that missing Kelce piece — the silence is loud. While he’s not in Texas tossing spirals just yet, the Chiefs might already be planning for life after 87. ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. threw in a curveball in his latest mock draft, projecting tight end Harold Fannin Jr. to Kansas City. “Fannin led the nation in receiving last season with 1,555 yards… he could even develop into Travis Kelce’s eventual replacement,” Kiper said.

That’s not just smoke. That’s a pre-draft spark. If Fannin really is the heir, this offseason isn’t just about 2025. It’s about what comes after.

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