Patrick Mahomes Sr. is celebrating reaching a major milestone on his path to sobriety following his arrest for DWI shortly before the Super Bowl last February.
On Tuesday, the father of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes posted an update to his personal Instagram, letting fans know he's been sober for six months. “I want to thank God, my wife, my family, and my friends for the six months I spent on the sunny side of the tracks,” Mahomes Sr. wrote. “I know it's hard to get to know sober Pat, but it's worth it.”
The 53-year-old father of three also honored his wife in the post, expressing his gratitude for helping him on his sober journey. “Trisha Mahomes, thank you for everything you do,” Mahomes Sr. wrote.
A winking photo accompanying the post shows Mahomes standing over current MLB manager and former player Pete Rose, who looks up in mock surprise at Mahomes Sr., who has cut off his own head in the photo.
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Fans were so happy for Mahomes Sr. and were quick to congratulate him on his six months sobriety. HUGE congrats! It’s a tough one,” @mauigirltoo agreed. “You did it and I’m so happy you have such an amazing support system.”
“Keep up the good work! We are all praying for you!!!!” @lisabbonvini wrote.
Tinesha Mahomes, Mahomes Sr.'s sister and aunt to the Chiefs star, also chimed in on the post. “Man, I'm so proud of you! As always, you can do anything you set your mind to,” Mahomes told his brother. “I love you.”
Mahomes Sr. was arrested on a DWI charge in Tyler, TX on February 3. New York Post He was released a day later on $10,000 bail. Mahomes Sr. previously pleaded guilty to similar charges in 2018 and 2019 and was sentenced to 40 days in jail, which he served over several weekends.
Patrick Mahomes has commented on his father's arrest ahead of the Super Bowl, confirming that Mahomes Sr. “does good work no matter the situation.” The QB added: “It's a family thing, so I'll keep it to the family. And that's all I really have to say right now.”