Patrick Mahomes

Career StatsC+

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	INT	RTG
Career		126	35,939	267	85	100.8
2025		14	3,587	22	11	89.6
2024		16	3,928	26	11	93.5
2023		16	4,183	27	14	92.6
2022		17	5,250	41	12	105.2
2021		17	4,839	37	13	98.5
2020		15	4,740	38	6	108.2
2019		14	4,031	26	5	60.4
2018		16	5,097	50	12	60.4
2017		1	284	0	1	60.4

Updated May 28, 2026

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Patrick Mahomes extension represents a fair deal that secures the league's most dynamic quarterback at market rate, earning a solid B CVI despite the eye-popping $450M total value. While $45M per year feels astronomical, it's actually reasonable compensation for a Pro Bowl-caliber quarterback who's already delivered two Super Bowl titles and consistently performs at an elite level — the real winners here are the Chiefs, who locked up their franchise cornerstone before the QB market inflated even further. At 28, Mahomes is entering his prime years with at least 6-8 elite seasons ahead of him, making the decade-long commitment less risky than it appears on paper. The $63.1M guaranteed provides reasonable protection for Kansas City while giving Mahomes the security he deserved after transforming the franchise into a perennial contender. This deal essentially resets the quarterback market at a sustainable level, and while it's not the steal that his rookie contract was, it's exactly the type of investment championship organizations make to maintain their competitive window. The Chiefs get their generational talent locked up through his prime, and Mahomes gets paid like the franchise-altering player he's proven to be.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the B band — a quick read on where Patrick's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Patrick Mahomes enters his ninth NFL season as one of the most decorated quarterbacks of his generation, yet his current campaign reflects a notable step back. Earning a C+ overall grade, Mahomes remains a starter-caliber signal-caller, but he is no longer performing at the MVP level that defined his prime. His career body of work — a 100.8 passer rating and 66.2% completion rate — dwarfs what this season's snapshot alone would suggest. His 89.6 passer rating sits above the NFL average of 77.2, and his 256.2 passing yards per game comfortably clears the league average of 230.0. However, his 62.7% completion rate falls below the 64.2% NFL average, a meaningful dip from his career standard. His 4.38 TD rate also trails the league average of 4.5%, raising concerns about red-zone efficiency that weren't present in his peak seasons. Trending from a C+ in both 2023 and 2024 down to a C in 2025, Mahomes shows a gradual erosion that warrants genuine attention. At 30, he retains the tools to recapture elite form — the question is whether scheme, supporting cast, or physical wear is driving the decline. If the completion percentage and TD rate don't rebound, comparisons to post-peak Ben Roethlisberger will grow louder heading into 2026.

How Patrick Compares at the Position

Patrick Mahomes ranks 16th of 106 graded quarterbacks by performance. That slots Patrick between Jalen Hurts (C+) just ahead and Drake Maye (C+) just behind.

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Current Sentiment

Patrick Mahomes enters the 2026 season as the unquestioned face of the NFL, carrying a résumé that includes multiple Super Bowl MVPs and league MVP awards that cement his status among the greatest quarterbacks in league history. The dominant narrative heading into the season revolves around his knee rehabilitation, with recent reports confirming he is participating in Chiefs OTAs while wearing a heavy brace and publicly targeting a Week 1 return. Media tone surrounding the injury has been cautiously optimistic rather than alarming, as Mahomes himself has delivered a clear, confident message about his recovery timeline, which has tempered fan anxiety considerably. The fact that he is active in voluntary workouts signals to both the organization and the broader football world that his availability for the regular season opener remains a realistic and primary goal. While the injury storyline introduces a layer of uncertainty that slightly tempers the otherwise elite perception of Mahomes, his track record of durability, clutch performance, and championship pedigree ensures that fan and media confidence in him remains exceptionally high heading into the new campaign.