Pissed-Off Patrick Mahomes Was Heard Snapping On His Rookie Teammates After Ugly Moment At Chiefs Camp [VIDEO]
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
Patrick Mahomes made his feelings clear during Chiefs practice on Monday. The star quarterback watched a hard hit unfold between two rookies and reacted loudly from the sideline.
Undrafted safety Xavier Nwankpa delivered a clothesline tackle on running back Emmett Johnson during 7-on-7 drills. The contact sent Johnson flying and drew immediate attention.
Former Iowa DB Xavier Nwankpa with a big hit on former Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson at the end of this play.
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Patrick Mahomes Reacts to Brutal Practice Hit
Nwankpa played at Iowa. Johnson starred at Nebraska. Their schools share a long and bitter rivalry. That history appeared to carry onto the Chiefs’ practice field.
Mahomes did not hide his frustration. Reports say he shouted across the field, “What the [expletive] are we doing?”
The comment reflected both confusion and anger at the unnecessary physicality among teammates.
Johnson is a fifth-round pick and former Big Ten Running Back of the Year. Nwankpa is fighting for a roster spot as an undrafted free agent. Both players are competing hard with preseason games approaching.
Patrick Mahomes Continues Recovery While Leading Camp
Mahomes has been fully cleared after tearing his ACL last season. He continues working back to full speed in training camp. Coach Andy Reid has indicated the quarterback will likely sit out at least the first preseason game against the Rams.
The intensity remains high across the roster. Mahomes has praised the competitive nature of camp while stressing the need to stay controlled. Recent clips show him cooking in training camp with sharp throws and leadership.
The Chiefs also face questions about scheme adjustments this year. One big change for the 2026 season involves how often Mahomes operates under center versus the shotgun.
Johnson has emphasized special teams work as a path to the 53-man roster. Nwankpa said he simply wants to capitalize on every available rep. The violent hit served as a reminder that old college scores can still surface in NFL camps.
Mahomes remains the clear leader as the team prepares for the regular season. His sideline reaction showed he wants focused competition rather than personal grudges. The next few practices and preseason games will reveal whether the rookies can channel that energy productively.
