Former Texas Tech star Patrick Mahomes was in attendance for the team's Pro Day.
We are at the point in the draft season when colleges are hosting their Pro Days, and for Texas Tech, it is no different.
With a handful of Red Raiders on NFL teams' watchlists, they were put through their paces in front of NFL coaches, scouts, and personnel.
That can be nerve-wracking enough as players look to put their best foot forward in the hopes of impressing enough to get drafted. It can be a lot to take in, but then the football gods threw in something else that might have had players in attendance a little shocked.
Former Red Raider and Super Bowl-winning champion Patrick Mahomes graced those in attendance with his presence.
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The Kansas City Chiefs star was seen talking to draft hopefuls as he recovers from an ACL injury.
The 2025 season didn't go the way Patrick or the Chiefs had planned, and it ended in perhaps the worst way possible.
Needing to win against the Los Angeles Chargers to keep their playoff hopes alive, Mahomes tore his ACL in the closing moments.
Given the time of the season Patrick suffered his injury, there was a real thought that he could miss most of the 2026 season; it became apparent rather quickly that it would not be the case.
Patrick made it clear he wanted to return for Week 1, despite several people advising him to take his time coming back. Robert Griffin III stated that Mahomes should sit out the entire year to get fully healthy.
We have seen this week footage of Patrick back throwing footballs. Yes, you read that right.
A mere three months after tearing his ACL, Patrick, albeit gingerly, was dropping back and throwing passes with a leg sleeve on his injured knee.
So that sort of progress from the former Red Raider will have Chiefs Kingdom excited that No. 15 is on track to play in Week 1.
Yes, he's pushing his limits, and fans hope he doesn't go too hard as the last thing they want is for No. 15 to break down.
Still, despite pushing himself to the limit, Patrick still had time to visit his alma mater as they held their Pro Day. Because, of course, right?