Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has revealed a unique superstition that he believes contributes to his success on the field - wearing the same pair of red underwear for every game of his six-year NFL career. The revelation came to light during an interview with former Chiefs quarterback Chad Henne on ESPN's Adam Schefter Podcast earlier this year. Henne, who served as Mahomes' backup from 2018 to 2022, shared the secret and expressed his disbelief that Mahomes continues to wear the same pair despite signing a massive contract extension worth half a billion dollars.

During a recent interview with ESPN's Monday Night Football hosts, Eli and Peyton Manning, Mahomes confirmed the superstition and explained the origins of his underwear ritual. Mahomes mentioned that his wife, Brittany, initially bought the red underwear for him, so he feels obligated to wear them. He also shared that he first wore them during his rookie season, which coincided with a successful campaign for the Chiefs. Since then, he has continued the tradition, only wearing the underwear on game days and taking care to clean them occasionally.

While some may question the hygiene and durability of the underwear, Mahomes is unphased, attributing his devotion to the superstition to his team's winning record. As long as the Chiefs keep winning, Mahomes sees no reason to break the tradition. And it seems to be working, as the Chiefs currently sit atop the AFC West with a 7-2 record and are on track to potentially secure the top seed in the AFC playoffs.

Mahomes' dedication to his red underwear is just one aspect of his superstitious nature. He also follows a stringent pre-game ritual, which includes walking the field and warming up in the same exact way before each game. These rituals have become part of Mahomes' routine and contribute to his mental preparation for each match.

The 28-year-old quarterback's success is undeniable, with two NFL MVP awards and two Super Bowl championships already under his belt. Mahomes joined the Chiefs in 2017 after being selected as the 10th overall pick in the NFL draft. Since then, he has become a key figure in the organization and signed a record-breaking 10-year, $450 million contract extension in 2020, ensuring his presence with the Chiefs until the 2031 season.

While some may find Mahomes' underwear superstition peculiar, it seems to be a crucial component of his winning mentality. As long as he continues to lead the Chiefs to victory, Mahomes will keep wearing his lucky red underwear, hoping to emulate the success of the last team to achieve back-to-back Super Bowl victories, the New England Patriots in 2005.