Patrick Mahomes’ poor statistical day against the San Francisco 49ers officially changed early in the fourth quarter with a 1-yard rushing touchdown capped by a defensive back.
Mahomes lowered his shoulder as he crossed the goal line and collided with 49ers cornerback Malik Mustapha, sending him flying to the turf as the Chiefs superstar stood tall.
Mahomes rarely has to show off his repertoire in some kind of drill in Oklahoma. In basic fundamentals, the lower level of the pad wins and Mustapha was crushed on his back.
The Chiefs bench was excited about Mahomes returning to the bench after showing off his strength.
Mahomes got off to a good start, but had better form that led to the jaw-dropping moment.
Patrick Mahomes sent Malik Mustapha to the grass with a brutal blow during Sunday’s contest
Mahomes helped the Chiefs remain undefeated on the season with a 6-0 record, the only undefeated team in the league.
Mahomes did not throw a touchdown pass in the victory, but he did throw two interceptions. However, he clearly outperforms his counterpart, 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy.
The three-time Super Bowl winner had a critical 33-yard run that set up his touchdown.
Mahomes’ runs helped the Chiefs become the NFL’s only undefeated team at 6-0.
Purdy’s three interceptions leveled the 49ers’ record at 3-4, a disappointing number for one of the preseason favorites in the NFC.
The Chiefs will look to stay undefeated next week with a road game against the Las Vegas Raiders, who are 2-5.
The Raiders were the last team to beat Kansas City last December.
