These three throws showcase Patrick Mahomes’ incredible arm
New Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes put up some filthy numbers while playing at Texas Tech.
Mahomes, who was the Chiefs’ first-round pick in the NFL Draft on Thursday night, once threw for 734 yards in a game. He led the nation last year in passing yards (5,052 yards), total offense (5,337 yards) and total touchdowns (53).
But if you are one of those seeing-is-believing types, take a look at these throws.
First, Texas Tech shared this video of Mahomes throwing a pass 50 yards while rolling to his left. Yes, Mahomes is right-handed, so this throw is against his body.
Hey @Chiefs fans -- Curious about what you just picked up at No. 10 with @PatrickMahomes5? Allow us to demonstrate. #WreckEm #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/ZNne1IyqkI
— Texas Tech Football (@TexasTechFB) April 28, 2017
OK, how about one pass where Mahomes just lets fly? The Chiefs shared this video of Mahomes unloading an 80-yard pass during what appears to be his Pro Day:
Did someone say @PatrickMahomes5 has a arm? pic.twitter.com/Ku2FEM2s0H
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) April 28, 2017
This may be the most impressive of the bunch. Mahomes is pressured and has to throw off his back foot. The pass goes a mere 50 yards. Will McKay of RedRaiderSports.com shared this video in September:
Want to know how much freak arm strength Mahomes has? Example A: pic.twitter.com/SxEcgSAn14
— Will McKay (@Will_R_Mckay) September 4, 2016
And here’s a bonus. Mahomes was just showing off when he took part in this competition, but he hit 62 mph on the radar gun. That’s impressive.
Patrick Mahomes throwing 62 MPH Bullets. Strongest arm in the NFL Draft. pic.twitter.com/JKlJj7hdFT
— Jared Tokarz (@NFLDraftInsider) April 20, 2017
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This story was originally published April 28, 2017 at 10:07 AM.