Mahomes and Kelce Surpass Brady and Gronkowski in Playoff Touchdown Record
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In a remarkable display of talent and teamwork, the Kansas City Chiefs' dynamic duo of Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce made history during their intense divisional-round victory over the Buffalo Bills, cementing their place in the NFL record books.
On Sunday night, Mahomes and Kelce connected for their 16th postseason touchdown as a duo, surpassing the legendary partnership of Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski. This achievement places the Chiefs' tandem at the top of the list for the most touchdowns by a single duo in NFL playoff history.
Their record-breaking moment came in the second quarter when Mahomes found Kelce for a 22-yard strike, tying them with Brady and Gronkowski. However, they didn't stop there. In a stunning display of skill, Mahomes and Kelce opened the third quarter with another connection, propelling them past the former Patriots legends and solidifying their place as the new record-holders.
Brady, who faced off against Mahomes and Kelce in a memorable Super Bowl showdown, expressed his admiration for their remarkable feat on Twitter. "BEASTS," Brady tweeted. "When you one up Gronk, you're doing something right." Brady's stamp of approval serves as a testament to the greatness of the Chiefs' prolific pairing.
While surpassing Brady and Gronkowski in touchdown records is an incredible achievement, Mahomes and Kelce also etched their names in the annals of NFL history for individual accomplishments. Kelce's 18 postseason catches now trail only Hall of Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice, while Mahomes joins Super Bowl XLIV MVP Drew Brees in sixth place for the most career postseason touchdown passes, with 38 to his name.
The Chiefs' exceptional duo now sets their sights on winning their third Super Bowl since 2020. However, they face a formidable challenge in the Buffalo Bills, as they aim to secure the franchise's first playoff road victory since January of 2016.
With their unparalleled chemistry and relentless drive, Mahomes and Kelce continue to elevate the game of football, leaving a lasting legacy that will inspire future generations.