Patrick Mahomes Sr., the father of NFL superstar Patrick Mahomes, has entered a guilty plea to a felony charge of driving while intoxicated (DWI). The 54-year-old, who is a former Major League Baseball pitcher, made the plea on Tuesday morning in Smith County, Texas, just ahead of the scheduled start of his trial.
According to court records, the charge against Mahomes Sr. was officially classified as “DWI third or more,” indicating that this was not his first offense. While details of the plea agreement he reached with prosecutors have not been made public, it is clear that Mahomes Sr. faces significant legal consequences. Under Texas law, a conviction for this charge could result in a prison sentence of up to 10 years and a fine of up to $10,000. However, given his decision to plead guilty, it is likely that prosecutors may recommend a more lenient sentence.
Sentencing for Mahomes Sr. is scheduled for September 23, when the court will determine the extent of his punishment.
The case against Mahomes Sr. began in February of this year, when he was arrested during a routine traffic stop. According to the police report, officers noted that he appeared to be under the influence of alcohol and admitted to having consumed alcohol before getting behind the wheel. Officers also discovered an open 16-ounce can of Coors beer in his vehicle at the time of the stop.
The timing of the arrest was particularly unfortunate, as it occurred just days before his son, Patrick Mahomes, led the Kansas City Chiefs to victory in the Super Bowl in Las Vegas. Despite the arrest, Mahomes Sr. attended the game at Allegiant Stadium, though he maintained a low profile throughout the event.
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This is not the first time Mahomes Sr. has faced legal trouble related to drinking and driving. In 2019, he was charged with DWI for a second or subsequent offense and was sentenced to 40 days in jail. Reports indicate that he was allowed to serve his time on weekends, enabling him to meet the requirements of his sentence while maintaining some degree of normalcy in his life.
As Mahomes Sr. awaits sentencing, the situation serves as a sobering reminder of the ongoing challenges he faces with alcohol. His case has drawn significant public attention, not only because of his own past as a professional athlete but also due to his close connection to one of the most prominent figures in the NFL today, his son, Patrick Mahomes.
The elder Mahomes’ legal troubles highlight the complexities and struggles that can accompany fame and the impact these issues can have on the families of high-profile individuals.
