Mahomes' Thanksgiving Turkey Topped with Ketchup Sparks Social Media Frenzy
Patrick Mahomes' culinary choices for Thanksgiving have sparked a social media debate this holiday season.
The 30-year-old Kansas City Chiefs quarterback collaborated with Adidas Football on Wednesday, November 26, to highlight the true essence of the autumn celebration.
“Thanksgiving offers an opportunity for gratitude,” he shared in an Instagram video. “It's a chance to go home, connect with loved ones, and make new acquaintances. Thanksgiving is also a time for feasting.”
While the Super Bowl winner savored classic dishes such as mashed potatoes and greens, he notably slathered a turkey leg with ketchup.
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“Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving, from Patrick Mahomes,” the message displayed as the clip ended.
Shortly after the video went live, viewers were quick to voice their opinions on Mahomes' preferred topping for his holiday turkey.
“Ketchup on turkey? Seriously?” one supporter commented. An additional user stated, “He needs to ease up on the ketchup.”
Nevertheless, one Kansas City Chiefs enthusiast was indifferent to the quarterback's Thanksgiving menu. Their concern was solely directed at his performance on the gridiron.
“The ketchup might be questionable, Pat, but winning is non-negotiable!” the individual expressed. “Go Chiefs!!!”
This Thursday, November 27, the Kansas City Chiefs are scheduled to face the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium in Texas. The football match will additionally include a halftime show featuring Post Malone and the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, kicking off the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign.
“It's an honor to participate in the @dallascowboys @salvationarmyus red kettle kickoff halftime show,” Malone, 30, posted on Instagram on November 16, sporting Dallas Cowboys attire. “Catch you all on Thanksgiving.”
This incident is not the initial occasion Mahomes has garnered attention for his well-known fondness for ketchup.
As reported by ESPN, the NFL sensation has routinely added ketchup to nearly all his meals throughout his life. He even received bottles of the condiment as birthday presents during his youth.
The outlet indicated that Mahomes showed reluctance in requesting ketchup for his steak during a restaurant outing in 2018. (It remains uncertain whether ketchup is served at Mahomes and Travis Kelce’s 1587 Prime steakhouse.)
“Simply request it,” Patrick’s mother, Randi Mahomes, encouraged him then. “I know you desire it.”
During a distinct discussion with journalists, Patrick addressed his condiment preferences at a press conference.
“I don't consider it particularly unusual, but I do add it to my macaroni and cheese,” he told reporters. “Many people find that peculiar, some even call it gross, but I enjoy it.”
Setting aside culinary tastes, both Patrick and his spouse, Brittany Mahomes, are dedicating time to show appreciation for the life they've created as a couple.
Prior to the match, Brittany, 30, posted several fall-themed pictures featuring her husband and their three children: Sterling, 4, Bronze, 2, and their 10-month-old daughter, Golden Raye.
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“Happy Thanksgiving,” she posted on Instagram this Thursday, ahead of her husband's inaugural NFL game at AT&T Stadium.
Although it's premature to confirm if Brittany and their children will attend Patrick's Thanksgiving day game, certain family members were present to support the Chiefs during their November 23 match.
“Sideline chaos,” Brittany captioned on Instagram after the game.
