KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — A cracked helmet worn by Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes caused a bizarre pause during the team’s wild-card game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. The incident occurred during a particularly cold game at Arrowhead Stadium, where temperatures hovered around zero degrees Fahrenheit.
As Mahomes went to the sideline to have his helmet examined, the officials called for a brief halt in the game. The issue was quickly resolved, and Mahomes returned to the field with a new helmet. The cracked helmet was likely the result of the extreme cold weather affecting the equipment.
Despite the interruption, the Chiefs went on to defeat the Dolphins with a final score of 49-38. Mahomes had an impressive performance, throwing for 404 yards and five touchdowns.
This is not the first time that players have experienced equipment malfunctions due to cold weather. In 2018, Chicago Bears kicker Cody Parkey had to change his kicking shoes during a playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles because the soles were falling off.
NFL players often have to adapt to challenging weather conditions, and the incident with Mahomes’ cracked helmet serves as another reminder of the physical toll the game can take.
The Chiefs will now advance to the divisional round of the playoffs, where they will face the winner of the game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cleveland Browns.
In conclusion, Patrick Mahomes’ cracked helmet during the Chiefs’ wild-card game against the Dolphins caused a temporary pause in the game. Despite the interruption, Mahomes and the Chiefs persevered and secured a victory. The incident highlights the challenges NFL players face in extreme weather conditions. The Chiefs will now move on to the next round of the playoffs.