Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce have been through a lot together on the gridiron, but their friendship is built on more than just Super Bowl rings. It's also built on a healthy dose of trash talk. When news broke Wednesday that Kelce had purchased a minority stake in the Cleveland Guardians, his hometown MLB team, Mahomes had the perfect response.
Instead of a simple congratulations, the Chiefs quarterback took to X and shared a video of Kelce's infamous, completely whiffed first pitch at a Guardians game. The clip, which shows Kelce airmailing the ball past the catcher, was captioned simply, "Congrats! @tkelce." It was a classic bit of friendly fire that had fans howling.
Kelce's move to join the Guardians ownership group was a big deal for the city he loves. "I have so much love for this city… I credit every good thing in my life to Cleveland," he told ESPN. But Mahomes clearly saw an opportunity to bring the nine-time Pro Bowler back down to earth, reminding everyone that even future Hall of Famers can have a rough day on the mound.
The internet, predictably, ate it up. Some fans joked about the Guardians' bullpen being gassed, while others loved the bromance. But not everyone was on Mahomes' side. A few sharp commenters pointed out that the quarterback isn't exactly a baseball star himself, sharing a clip of his own wild pitch during a Texas Rangers game in 2025. "That's rich coming from a guy who does this and makes a living from throwing a ball," one user wrote. Another quipped about Taylor Swift's money, adding fuel to the playful fire.
Beyond the viral moment, 2025 was a tough year for both stars. Kelce's on-field performance dipped, and Mahomes battled injuries, ending the season on injured reserve in what many called the worst year of his career. While the Chiefs have downplayed concerns about Mahomes' readiness for Week 1 of the 2026 season, there's growing pressure on the franchise to bounce back. For Kelce, the whispers that 2026 could be his final season have only gotten louder.
Still, moments like this show that the bond between these two legends remains strong. Whether they're winning titles or trolling each other on social media, Mahomes and Kelce know how to keep things interesting. For more on the Guardians' new owner and his famous girlfriend, check out what MLB fans are asking about Taylor Swift. And for updates on Mahomes' recovery, see the latest on his OTA progress.
