Travis Hunter’s Mom Seeks Major Advice as Single Parent Randi Admits Big Patrick Mahomes Career Failure

Patrick Mahomes grew up caught between two worlds—one dribbling down the hardwood, the other launching passes under Friday night lights. Before his junior year at Whitehouse High, he nearly walked away from football altogether, choosing to build his career in pro baseball. The decision weighed heavily—until his mother, Randi, stepped in. “She’s been a huge, instrumental part of my entire life, taking me to those baseball games,” Patrick said. Randi reminded him of the fire he had for football. In a recent Q&A on Instagram, Randi revealed that, “at the same time, I would encourage him to stick to each thing, learn from his mistakes, and be who he is.” She told him he might regret it for the rest of his life. That moment kick-started the journey of the legendary Chiefs QB.

Years later, Patrick Mahomes would hoist Lombardi trophies and carve his name into NFL history—32,352 yards, 245 touchdowns, a 103.5 rating in just 112 games. Behind the scenes, his mother, Randi Mahomes, was doing it all alone as a single mother holding down two jobs. She had previously shared with fans on Instagram story, “There were times that he would get a little down—even a moment in high school where he wanted to quit football.” It was indeed “difficult” raising 3 kids all by herself. 

In a recent Instagram video, Randi cracked open the truth about raising a superstar and figuring it out as she went. The Instagram video is titled, “It’s everything I’ve learned and wish I knew to help you show up for your athlete, no matter their age.” Even though Randi had it done alone, she has extended her knowledge to the community to help parents make the best decisions for their kids. 

“I’ve always been a sports parent,” she says. “Since Patrick was three, I try every sport. I let him try everything and when he went to college—” her voice trails off. The Mahomes family didn’t have it easy. There was no playbook, no blueprint. Randi had to wing it, keeping the best intentions of Patrick in her heart. “I found out that I didn’t go about it the way you’re supposed to. At the time of being recruited for college, he was also being recruited to be drafted for MLB.” That kind of pressure could crack even the strongest parents. She handled it alone.

Now, Randi Mahomes’ turning her experience into something bigger than herself. She’s launching a new venture to help others avoid the missteps she made. In the reel, she introduces the Sports Parent Academy playbook, her personal guide. “That is why I am bringing you guys the Sports Parent Academy with a playbook of what I didn’t know,” she says. “And what I want to share with all of you, from your kids aged three to five, all the way up to 29 at this point. I just want to bring it to you guys so that you kind of have a little bit of knowledge for your children.” The caption of the video encourages fans to grab her playbook filled with years’ worth of expertise and knowledge. 

And the message is already resonating. One family that knows the struggle all too well is Travis Hunter’s. When Randi’s video surfaced, Hunter’s mom, Ferrante Edmonds, saw herself in it and commented, “Need that book 😊.” The reason? It spoke to her own journey fighting for the future of Hunter Jr. Hunter Sr. was incarcerated, and Travis’ mother moved the family to Chicago in pursuit of her son’s dream. Now, as Travis steps into the Jaguars as a rookie, his career in the Big League has just begun. The family had to endure homelessness along the way. It’s not just a promotional reel. The message spoke to many parents who are struggling to raise the next generation of Mahomes.

While Randi Mahomes is busy carving her path, she is supporting a new generation of families with youth athletes through her experience. Her son, Patrick, is slowly preparing to pass the torch and make space for the next generation.

Patrick Mahomes leaves it to the “younger guys.”

Patrick Mahomes has officially ruled out playing flag football at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, stepping away from an opportunity he once openly embraced. While NFL owners recently approved participation for league players in the Olympic debut of flag football, Mahomes, once eager to represent Team USA, has changed course. Now 29 and entering another off-season with the Kansas City Chiefs, the two-time MVP is shifting his focus to longevity and legacy over a summer spotlight.

Mahomes had previously said he “definitely wants to” compete in the Games, but time—and reality—have altered that vision. By July 2028, he’ll be 33, and with three Super Bowl rings already under his belt, he’s thinking long-term. “I’ll probably leave that to the younger guys. I’ll be a little older by the time that comes around,” he said during the Chiefs’ organized team activities (OTAs), a nod to the next generation ready to step into the global stage.

Still, he didn’t downplay the moment. Mahomes sees the Olympic platform as a game-changer for the NFL’s reach. “It’s awesome. Honestly, just to be able to showcase the NFL to the whole world through flag football,” he said. For Mahomes, the dream might be shelved, but the mission to grow the game continues.