Patrick Mahomes draws attention for pre-game drink and childhood stories

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes recently drew attention both for a viral pre-game moment and personal reflections on his upbringing.

Before a game against the Indianapolis Colts, television cameras captured Mahomes drinking a pale yellow liquid from a small bottle. While social media users speculated the drink was alcohol, reports later identified the substance as pickle juice, a common remedy used by NFL players to prevent muscle cramps.

In a separate interview on 96.5 The Fan, Mahomes shared a childhood anecdote regarding his early use of technology. He recalled getting into trouble with his mother, Randi Mahomes, for spending excessive amounts of money on ringtones for his Motorola Razr cellphone.