14 Perfectly Timed Shots From Patrick Mahomes’ Career
Here's a jaw-dropping collection of perfectly timed photos that capture the magic and madness of Patrick Mahomes' unforgettable moments on the field.
- Chris Graciano
- 3 min read
Patrick Mahomes has made a career out of turning impossible plays into gold. We’ve put together a list of all his iconic moments. Each shot in this list captures the split-second brilliance that defines his game. These perfectly timed photographs reveal why Mahomes isn’t just playing football. He’s redefining it.
1. The Airborne Touchdown Dive (2022 vs. Broncos)
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Mid-flight and fully extended, Mahomes dives for the pylon like a missile with a mission. The photo freezes him midair, inches above the turf, arms outstretched.
2. The No-Look Pass Against Ravens (2018)
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This shot immortalizes the play that made “no-look” a quarterback term. Mahomes stares down a defender while the ball veers in a completely different direction.
3. Sidearm Sling Under Pressure (2021 vs. Steelers)
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Pinned deep in the pocket, Mahomes faced a full-blown Steelers blitz — but still managed to thread the needle. The image captures him mid-throw, body twisted awkwardly as the ball jets out inches above a defender’s helmet.
4. Snow Game Spin Move (2019 vs. Broncos)
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Mahomes spins through snow like it’s part of the playbook. The image catches the precise moment his cleats kick up powder, pivoting out of trouble.
5. Cross-Body Bullet to Kelce (2020 vs. Dolphins)
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Running right, throwing left — Mahomes defies mechanics with a bullet to Kelce. This shot shows the awkward, off-kilter body lean that still delivers pinpoint perfection.
6. Jump Pass Against Bengals (2022)
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Elevated like a point guard going for an alley-oop, Mahomes lets go mid-jump. His feet aren’t on the ground, but the pass is on a rope.
7. The Left-Handed Lifesaver (2018 vs. Jaguars)
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As Von Miller closes in, Mahomes switches hands mid-play. The image captures the moment just before he flings it left-handed to Tyreek Hill.
8. Scramble to Glory (2020 AFC Championship vs. Bills)
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Mahomes takes off on a crucial third-down scramble, defenders chasing in vain. The still shows his feet mid-stride, eyes scanning like a general on the battlefield.
9. The Pre-Snap Wink (2021 vs. Raiders)
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Just before the snap, Mahomes gives a cheeky wink to his receiver. The camera caught it — relaxed, confident, slightly cocky.
10. Super Bowl Shuffle Throw (Super Bowl LIV)
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Backpedaling under pressure, Mahomes flings a cross-field pass while falling. The shot captures the moment gravity pulls him down as the ball takes flight.
11. Helmet Popped Off, Still Standing (2019 vs. Colts)
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A brutal hit leaves his helmet flying, but Mahomes stays upright. The photo captures that brief second when the headgear hovers mid-air.
12. Broken Play Bomb (2022 vs. Raiders)
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Flushed from the pocket, Mahomes points downfield and launches deep. This photo freezes the split-second decision that ends in six points.
13. Perfect Fade to the Corner (2023 vs. Bengals)
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Mahomes lofts a perfect arc to the back corner of the end zone. The ball hangs mid-air in the photo, just above the outstretched arms of a defender.
14. Chest-Pounding Roar (2020 vs. Ravens)
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Not a pass, but a primal scream — Mahomes beats his chest, eyes blazing. The camera catches the second he unleashes a roar that electrifies the stadium.