The Kansas City Chiefs faced a tough 27-19 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday Night Football. Following the defeat, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce offered words of encouragement to quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
As Mahomes and the team had opportunities on the final offensive drive to tie the game, ultimately falling short, a somber atmosphere filled the Lambeau Field hallway. Reportedly, it was “as quiet as you’d imagine.” In this moment, Kelce approached Mahomes, tapping him on the shoulder, and the two exchanged fist bumps.
In a soft voice, Kelce reassured Mahomes, saying, “Keep playing, dawg. Don’t beat yourself up over it, dawg.”
While it wasn’t specified if Kelce referred to a particular play or the overall loss, Mahomes, during postgame comments, did not dwell on the questionable play-calling but focused on the team’s need to play and win on the field.
Kelce, echoing a sentiment of self-accountability, stated, “I ain’t gonna blame this on anyone but ourselves, man.” Recognizing the Packers as a formidable opponent executing better, he emphasized the team’s need to rally, fight, and grow together.
Despite the setback, Mahomes looks ahead to their Week 14 matchup against the Buffalo Bills, expressing a commitment to learning from the game and staying focused on upcoming challenges.