Patrick Mahomes Sr., the father of NFL star Patrick Mahomes, has been arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) for the third time or more. The 53-year-old was taken into custody in Texas on Saturday night, as reported by online booking records. It is expected that bond will be set later today.
Key Takeaway
Patrick Mahomes Sr. has been arrested for DWI for the third time or more, raising concerns about his potential attendance at his son’s upcoming Super Bowl game.
Repeat Offense
This is not the first time Mahomes Sr. has faced a DWI charge. He was previously arrested in 2019 for DWI second or more, resulting in a 40-day jail sentence. It was reported that he served the time on weekends to fulfill the requirement.
Timing of the Arrest
The timing of this latest arrest is particularly noteworthy, as it comes just days before his son is set to compete in the Super Bowl against the San Francisco 49ers. The arrest has raised questions about whether Mahomes Sr. will be able to attend the highly anticipated game.
Previous Controversy
Prior to this incident, Mahomes Sr. had attracted attention for his remarks at the AFC Conference Championship game, where he jokingly stated that he would not sit next to Taylor Swift. With his current situation, it remains uncertain whether he will be present at the upcoming Super Bowl.
We have reached out to the Mahomes camp for comment, but have not received a response at this time.
