Patrick Mahomes’ Dad’s Tweet Following Clash with Former Athlete Sparks Outrage Online

Former MLB pitchers Patrick Mahomes Sr. and John Rocker were involved in a heated altercation during Super Bowl weekend in New Orleans. The confrontation, which took place in the city’s French Quarter, quickly gained attention online—especially after Mahomes Sr. made a controversial post on social media.

A video circulating online captured the tense exchange between Mahomes Sr., father of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, and Rocker. While their exact words were unclear, the footage showed both men pointing and yelling at each other.

The argument escalated to the point where they had to be separated by those around them. No physical altercation occurred, but Rocker threw his drink in Mahomes Sr.’s direction. The drink did not make contact.

Following the incident, Mahomes Sr. took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his thoughts, “John Rocker is a menace to society.” His post quickly sparked a wave of reactions, with many users criticizing his decision to engage in the dispute publicly.

One user responded,“Stop crying bro [sic]. Act like a man.” Others voiced concerns about Mahomes Sr.’s public behavior. One person commented,“As a cheese fan, it seems like you’re always up to some BS. I mean, I’ll always have a certain type of love because I’m a huge fan of Patrick, but a lot of the videos I’ve seen or stories I’ve seen about you have been you getting into trouble somehow [sic].”

Another urged Mahomes Sr. to avoid unnecessary attention. “Can’t you just focus on being a good dad and grandparent. Don’t embarrass your son. Stay out of the public eye and don’t make a fool of yourself. when your son is out here trying to make it, the last thing he needs is someone tied to him making a fool. Patrick is a legend and you need to stag out of the public eye. You should be calm and on your best behavior. Why can’t you just chill and go home after the game [sic]?”

Not all responses were critical, however. One user defended Mahomes Sr., replying, “Actually, he’s a pretty good dude. Disagree.”

The incident has fueled further discussion about Mahomes Sr.’s public presence and behavior, especially given his connection to his Super Bowl-winning son. While the altercation did not result in violence, his social media response has kept the controversy alive.

The clash came just days after Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs fell short in their quest for the first three-peat in Super Bowl history. The Philadelphia Eagles secured the championship with a commanding victory, leaving fans debating the reasons behind the Chiefs’ defeat.

The Eagles soared to victory in Super Bowl LIX, overpowering the Chiefs with a decisive 40-22 win. The Eagles’ defense has been praised for being particularly dominant, leading to their win. Meanwhile, some NFL fans didn’t hold back in sharing their thoughts on the Chiefs’ Super Bowl loss.

One fan gave credit to the Eagles, saying, “They out played [sic] KC and deserve the win.” Another fan was unimpressed with the Chiefs’ performance, ranting, “The chiefs [sic] never show up, probably one of the worst Super Bowl in years.” One fan kept it straight, saying, “KC played poorly.”

Criticism about officiating also surfaced, with one person claiming, “KC without the refs are [sic] completely talentless lol.” A user who didn’t expect much performance-wise from the Chiefs, wrote, “This is what the Chiefs really were throughout the season. 😭.”

Another fan felt the Chiefs shouldn’t have made it to the big game, writing, “This game just proved that the Chief’s shouldn’t have even been in the Superbowl. They got a mickey mouse run off of last second soft calls and real NFL fans saw this coming a mile away. Their record should have been 8-9. Hope the NFL learns their lesson, ball doesn’t lie [sic].”

The Chiefs secured their spot in Super Bowl LIX after a hard-fought 32-29 victory over the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship on January 27, 2025. Mahomes’ 245 yards passing and a touchdown, along with two more scores rushing made the difference.

The Chiefs’ defense also stepped up with key stops to preserve the win. However, at the Super Bowl, the Eagles outplayed them, ending their bid for a historic third consecutive championship.

On the other hand, after losing to the Eagles, Mahomes was asked about tight end Travis Kelce’s future and the possibility of recruiting him back to the Chiefs. The quarterback emphasized that Kelce would make his own decision regarding his career.

He spoke highly of Kelce’s contributions to the team and the NFL, praising his passion for football and ability to perform in crucial moments. Mahomes acknowledged that Kelce’s future would depend on his desire to continue the grind of a demanding season and play through challenges.

He added that for now, Kelce would have time to spend with his family before making a choice, but Mahomes made it clear that if Kelce decides to return, he would be welcomed back with open arms.

Despite their Super Bowl loss, Mahomes, known for his leadership and focus, and his team are already looking ahead to the future.