Related: Chiefs Announce Unfortunate Patrick Mahomes News After Leaving Chargers Game This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Dec 15, 2025, where it first appeared in the NFL section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

Patrick Mahomes vowed to return “stronger than ever” after suffering a brutal injury during the Kansas City Chiefs playoff-eliminating game Sunday, After the Chiefs lost to the Los Angeles Chargers, officially taking them out of the running to make it to the playoffs or Super Bowl, the NFL star took to X and shared an emotional message.

The Kansas City Chiefs' impressive playoff streak came to an end after 10 seasons. With the 16-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 15, the Chiefs were eliminated from playoff contention, marking the first time Patrick Mahomes has missed the postseason.

Justin Herbert threw for 210 yards and one touchdown while counterpart Patrick Mahomes tore the ACL in his left knee while leading a drive in the final two minutes as the Los Angeles Chargers ensured the host Kansas City Chiefs will miss the playoffs for the first time since 2014 with a 16-13 win on Sunday.

The Chiefs have been eliminated from playoff contention with the Chargers ' 16-13 win. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes tore his ACL in today's loss. Meanwhile atop the AFC East, the Bills held off the Patriots in a 35-31 win.

After Patrick Mahomes arrived in Kansas City in 2017, the Chiefs have made it to the conference championships seven times in a row. But this positive streak is expected to get disrupted in the 2025 season playoffs.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce catches a 17-yard pass from quarterback Patrick Mahomes. New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte dives for a 30-yard sideline snag. New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye rushes to the pylon to cap off the opening drive with an 8-yard touchdown.

As the Chiefs struggle through a disappointing season, Patrick Mahomes received a bold prediction regarding the Super Bowl.