Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes left Pro Bowl roster for first time as starter

Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes He has the team primed and ready to try for a third consecutive Super Bowl title, but one of his streaks came to an end on Thursday.

Mahomes was left off the initial AFC Pro Bowl roster when it was announced. All three quarterbacks on the roster have been named potential MVP candidates. Buffalo Bills Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens and Joe Burrow of the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, #15, passes against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half of an NFL football game on Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)

Creed Humphrey, Chris Jones, Travis Kelce, Trey Smith and Joe Thuney were among the members of the Chiefs named to the Pro Bowl roster. Mahomes may not have the stats to be a Pro Bowler, but the Chiefs are 15-1 on the season and have earned home-field advantage in the playoffs.

He has 3,928 passing yards, 26 touchdown passes and 11 interceptions. His passing mark of 26 touchdowns is tied for the second-lowest of his career since becoming the team’s starting quarterback.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, #15, introduces himself before a game against the Houston Texans at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. (Images by Denny Medley-Imagn)

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Mahomes is a six-time Pro Bowl selection and has been named to the AFC roster since the 2018 season.

He is among the substitutes for the game along with Trent McDuffie, Nick Bolton, Carson Steele, George Karlaftis, Matt Araiza, Leo Chenal and Harrison Butker.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, #15, warms up before an NFL football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Kansas City Chiefs, Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)

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The Chiefs conclude the season on Sunday against the Denver Broncos. The Broncos need a win to clinch a playoff spot.

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