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Mic’d Up Clip of Patrick Mahomes Fighting Through Intense Pain During Super Bowl Goes Viral

Published 02/16/2023, 5:30 AM EST

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With the Super Bowl LVII ending on Sunday night, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs emerged victorious in an intense battle against the Philadelphia Eagles

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During the late hours of the first half, Mahomes received a tackle around his feet. His high ankle sprain got re-injured during the game’s most intense moments. Mahomes was mic’d up for the game and from a clip shared by NFL films, it was evident that he was in excruciating pain after the tackle. The young quarterback screamed in pain as he was sidelined to the bench to recuperate. The clip took the internet by storm. Fans were quick to shed light on their own theories of the supposedly injured Mahomes.

Fans react to Mahomes mic’d up video

After NFL films on Twitter shared a mic’d up video of Patrick Mahomes, fans were quick to pass judgments on the video that showcased his ordeal through the injury. Various people swarmed the comment section who commented on the video. Many people showered Mahomes with their sense of appreciation and love for him and the game.

While there were others who were comparing Mahomes’s injury to Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers. They were quick to compare Favre and Rodgers’ injuries, stating that the former suffered from broken ribs and broken fingers and Mahomes’s injury was minimalistic compared to theirs.

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Furthermore, some fans also were seen doubting Mahomes, as he came out perfectly fine in the second half and also traveled to Disneyland the very next day.

Fans further were seen commenting that it was all an act by Mahomes and that if it were a movie, he would have bagged an Oscar. 

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All in all, the internet had its own fair share of opinions and perspectives regarding the video that has surfaced online. While Mahomes is an inspiration to some, some felt bittersweet about how he showcased his true potential in the second half to notch up a victory with the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday Super Bowl LVII.

Read more: Kansas City Royals Superstar Joins NFL Fans in Celebrating Super Bowl Bound Patrick Mahomes’ Massive Achievement

Patrick Mahomes on his was to be the legend he was born to be

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While only 27 years old, Patrick Mahomes is slowly on his way to becoming one of the greats in the NFL. He is one of the most physically talented players in the game. Hence, many consider him one of the smartest and toughest players in the league. The road ahead is undoubtedly a tough one for the young quarterback. But despite all the challenges put in this way, he seems to pull up his socks and tackle them head-on. Unfazed by how fans and the audience view him, Mahomes is surely a player to look out for.

Watch this story: “He wants to be the greatest player ever.” Is 2x Super Bowl winner Patrick Mahomes destined to follow in Tom Brady’s footsteps?

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Priyam Hazarika

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Priyam Hazarika is an NFL writer at EssentiallySports. Priyam's favorite athlete has always been the legendary football star Tom Brady, whom he immensely appreciates for his sense of dedication and passion for the sport. His favorite words of wisdom are from one of the greatest coaches of all time, Vince Lombardi.
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Akash Pandhare