Patrick Mahomes is known for throwing touchdowns—but off the field, he’s becoming just as famous for his growing passion for luxury timepieces.
In a new interview with GQ released Tuesday, the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback opened up about his latest partnership with Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot, his personal watch-buying tradition, and the unexpected mentors guiding his horological journey: Travis Kelce and Tom Brady.
A Watch for Every Season
Mahomes revealed that he has a long-standing tradition of purchasing a new watch before every NFL season kicks off. His love for watches began long ago, inspired by time spent as a child in Major League Baseball locker rooms with his father, former MLB pitcher Patrick Mahomes Sr.
But it wasn’t just his upbringing that shaped his taste in timepieces. In the NFL, Mahomes has turned to icons like LeBron James, Tom Brady, and Travis Kelce for style inspiration and collecting advice.
Tom Brady: The Collector’s Collector
When asked who he turns to for watch guidance, Mahomes didn’t hesitate to mention the GOAT himself.
“Now that I’ve been in the NFL a little bit, I get some advice from Tom,” Mahomes shared. “He’s really experienced when it comes to watch collecting, and I’ll ask him for little tidbits here and there.”
Brady, who made waves at this year’s Super Bowl by wearing a $740,000 Jacob & Co. Caviar Tourbillon, has become a bit of a legend in the watch community. According to Mahomes, Brady’s biggest advice was simple yet powerful:
“It’s not just the watch — it’s the confidence you wear it with.”
Brady also emphasized the importance of connections in the luxury world:
“The more people you know, the better. You’ve got to know the right people to get access to some of these pieces.”
Kelce: The Style Savant
Of course, Mahomes couldn’t leave out Travis Kelce, his longtime teammate and friend—who’s known for being as bold in fashion as he is on the field.
“When you talk with Travis about style—he might have had a persona of not being the most intellectual guy, but he’s kind of a savant when it comes to fashion,” Mahomes said.
Kelce’s versatility is part of what impresses Mahomes most:
“One week he’ll wear a watch one way, and the next week he’ll style it completely differently. It’s not just about the watch, it’s how he builds a whole look around it.”
While Brady may obsess over the history of the watches, Mahomes notes that Kelce leans into how the watch fits into his broader aesthetic. “He probably thinks more about style than watch heritage,” Mahomes admitted, “but he still has more knowledge than you’d expect.”
Building His Own Legacy
Mahomes, now entering another high-stakes NFL season, is clearly expanding his legacy—not just in football, but in culture, fashion, and personal branding. His love for watches reflects a deeper desire to craft a style that’s both timeless and personal.
And with mentors like Brady and Kelce in his corner, Mahomes isn’t just collecting watches—he’s collecting wisdom.
As the Chiefs prepare for their season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers in Brazil, fans can rest assured Mahomes will be leading the charge in both performance and polish.
Source: dailymail.com
