Patrick Mahomes breaks record, now second only to Tom Brady in playoff wins by a QB after Chiefs’ AFC Championship victory

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has once again strengthened his legacy as one of the NFL’s most accomplished postseason performers. With his victory in the AFC Championship game, Mahomes achieved a historic milestone, surpassing Joe Montana for the second-most playoff wins by a quarterback in NFL history.

Patrick Mahomes Makes History, Surpasses Joe Montana in Playoff Wins

In just his seventh year as a starter, Patrick Mahomes has led the Chiefs to an impressive 17-3 postseason record. This achievement surpasses Montana’s total of 16 playoff wins, a feat Montana set over his illustrious career, which also included four Super Bowl titles. Mahomes’ consistency in the postseason has been remarkable, and with each win, he continues to carve out a path toward an elite status that few can rival.

The Chiefs’ 32-29 victory over the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship was yet another example of Mahomes’ ability to perform under pressure. With the game tied at 22 in the fourth quarter, Mahomes’ 10-yard touchdown run put Kansas City back on top. Not long after, he orchestrated an efficient drive to set up a game-winning field goal, ultimately securing the victory and his 17th playoff win.


While Mahomes has already broken records and secured his place among the greats, there’s still one quarterback who holds the crown when it comes to playoff victories: Tom Brady. With a staggering 35 playoff wins, Brady remains the undisputed leader in this category. However, Mahomes, still under 30 years old, is well on his way to closing the gap, and his performance in future postseason runs will be key to challenging Brady's record.

If Mahomes and the Chiefs can secure a victory in Super Bowl LIX against the Philadelphia Eagles, it will mark his fourth Super Bowl title in just seven seasons—a feat that would tie him with Montana. Not only would this solidify Mahomes’ place among the NFL's elite, but it would also continue his pursuit of Brady's postseason dominance.


At just 29, Mahomes' career is already one for the history books. Montana’s last playoff win came when he was 37 years old, while Brady won his 17th playoff game at the age of 35. As Mahomes prepares for his seventh consecutive AFC Championship appearance, it’s clear that his journey is far from over.

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With a potential 18th playoff win and his fourth Super Bowl title on the horizon, Mahomes’ historic career could soon mirror the legacy of the NFL’s all-time greats. His performance in Super Bowl LIX will be another chapter in his incredible story, and Chiefs fans are hopeful that Mahomes will continue to lead the team to unprecedented heights.

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