The Kansas City Chiefs made their second consecutive visit to the White House to celebrate their Super Bowl victory. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his impressive passes on the field, took on the role of a tour guide for his teammates who were visiting the White House for the first time. Mahomes shared his knowledge of the historical artifacts and paintings with his teammates, making the experience even more special for them.
During the team’s visit, President Joe Biden commended the Chiefs for their perseverance throughout a challenging season and their difficult playoff journey. The Chiefs faced a tough postseason road, with their opponents having a high regular-season DVOA (Defense-adjusted Value Over Average) rating, according to Aaron Schatz, the chief analytics officer of FTN Network. Biden expressed his belief that Mahomes, coach Andy Reid, tight end Travis Kelce, and pass rusher Chris Jones should be future Hall of Fame inductees.
Mahomes led the Chiefs to a thrilling comeback victory in the Super Bowl, earning them back-to-back championships. Biden even gave Mahomes a new nickname, “The Comeback King.” Mahomes expressed his gratitude for being able to share these moments with his teammates, whom he considers his brothers.
Notably, Biden did not mention Kelce’s girlfriend, pop superstar Taylor Swift, or kicker Harrison Butker, who had criticized Biden’s handling of certain issues in a recent commencement address. However, Biden did praise four members of the Chiefs for their response to a shooting incident in Kansas City after the Super Bowl parade.
The ceremony had its lighthearted moments as well. Kelce, known for his humor, made a playful remark about getting tased if he went up to the lectern. In return, Biden jokingly encouraged Kelce to put on a Chiefs helmet and even pretended to catch an over-the-shoulder pass from Mahomes.
The event concluded with Biden and Mahomes sharing a friendly conversation. Biden left the Rose Garden with the Chiefs helmet as a gift, while Mahomes took a moment to appreciate the view of the Washington Monument.
Overall, the Chiefs’ visit to the White House was a memorable and special experience for the team. The players were able to celebrate their achievements and share in the rich history of the White House, creating lasting memories.