Interviews with Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, TE Travis Kelce, DT Chris Jones and HC Andy Reid
INGLEWOOD, Calif. – The night before the 2024 NFL regular season kicks off, NFL Network celebrates the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs.
On Wednesday, Sept. 4, “America’s Game: 2023 Kansas City Chiefs” premieres at 8 p.m. ET, telling the story of the Super Bowl LVIII champion Chiefs. This year’s edition of “America’s Game” features interviews with Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce, defensive tackle Chris Jones and head coach Andy Reid.
Narrated by actor and Chiefs fan Paul Rudd, “America’s Game” delves deep into the Chiefs’ third Super Bowl title in five years. In the hour-long show, Mahomes, Kelce, Jones and Reid recount the season in their own words.
Among the topics discussed in “America’s Game: 2023 Kansas City Chiefs”:
- Taylor Swift attending the Week 3 game against the Chicago Bears and the media attention the team received throughout the season
- The connection between Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce
- Dropping to 9-6 following the loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on Christmas Day after winning six of seven games to start the season
- Becoming the first team since the 2004 New England Patriots to repeat as Super Bowl champions
This year’s edition of “America’s Game” is the 58th episode of the long-running special which celebrates the Super Bowl champions.
Provided below are select quotes from “America’s Game: 2023 Kansas City Chiefs”:
- “It’s fun going to work when it’s the biggest game. Don’t try to make it more serious or make it more than what it is – it’s still football. We got here because we showed our personalities and we are who we are, and we also did that while we put in the work.” – Travis Kelce on playing in Super Bowl LVIII
- “I became aware of her being at the game that week; [Travis Kelce] said she was thinking about coming and being at the game…He’s a guy that is full of life, and loves to go out there and enjoy it. That’s why it didn’t surprise anybody on the team; people act like it was a distraction and I was like ‘No, this is just Travis, that’s how he always is.'” – Patrick Mahomes on Taylor Swift attending the Chiefs’ Week 3 game against the Chicago Bears
- “They’ve worked a lot of snaps together but there is a certain chemistry I’ve seen over the years when you get a quarterback and a player like that where they just connect. It’s hard to explain other than there is a trust that I know this guy is going to be where I want him to be or need him to be, and whatever chaotic situation that’s placed upon you during those quick five seconds of a play.” – Andy Reid on Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce
- “I told [Las Vegas Raiders] coach [Antonio] Pierce I appreciate you kicking our tail because it kind of woke us up. Sometimes you need to get your tail kicked to figure it out.” – Andy Reid on losing to the Las Vegas Raiders on Christmas Day
- “We don’t think our defensive coordinator gets talked about as much as he should…The most dominant piece is Spags.” – Chris Jones on Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo
- “They scored off a trick play. This is their best football; if that’s what they’re giving us and that’s what they have to score on, for four quarters you’re not going to do that.” – Chris Jones on falling behind 10-0 in Super Bowl LVIII to the San Francisco 49ers
- “When that momentum starts going in our favor, I want them to call the plays fast. It’s kind of like when a basketball team goes on a run and the other team has to call a timeout, you want to put the pressure on them.” – Patrick Mahomes
- “There’s a certain sense of urgency and focus that I thrive in. I love that feeling of we have to have it right now.” – Travis Kelce
