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Tom Brady gives Patrick Mahomes a lesson on overcoming an ACL injury

The Patriots legend shares his experience and guides the Chiefs quarterback through recovery from one of the NFL's most challenging injuries

Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes
Tom Brady and Patrick Mahomes

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Tom Brady offers guidance to Patrick Mahomes after an ACL tear, sharing lessons from his own NFL experience.

The Patriots legend, Tom Brady, one of the most iconic quarterbacks in history, spoke about the difficult situation facing Patrick Mahomes, who suffered an ACL tear during the Kansas City Chiefs 16-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.

Brady, who faced the same injury in 2008 early in his career, knows firsthand the physical and mental challenges of this type of recovery.

Rehabilitation and resilience: Mahomes road according to Tom Brady

On a recent episode of the Sirius XM podcast “Let’s Go,” Tom Brady shared essential advice for Mahomes.

He emphasized that ACL rehabilitation requires not only physical effort but also psychological strength.

“It’s one of the toughest recoveries. I remember the daily pain and frustration, but with consistency, you make progress,” Brady explained. He stressed that focusing on the process and not looking back is key to overcoming such injuries.

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Tom Brady gives Patrick Mahomes a lesson on overcoming an ACL injury

Commitment and champion mindset

Tom Brady recalled that the speed of recovery depends on full commitment to the process. “The faster you commit to rehab, the sooner you can return to training and playing the sport you love. It requires the same dedication that elite athletes bring to their careers,” he stated.

His message underscores the importance of patience, discipline, and resilience during critical moments in an athlete’s career.

For Patrick Mahomes, the 2025 season ended abruptly, though his stats highlight his quality, 3,587 passing yards and 22 passing touchdowns, plus 422 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns.

With the Chiefs sitting third in the AFC West with a 6-8 record, Mahomes recovery will be crucial for both the team’s future and his personal legacy.

Tom Brady concluded with an encouraging message for Mahomes and other athletes facing serious injuries: overcoming adversity requires total commitment, trust in the process, and a champion’s mindset.

Brady experience not only serves as a guide for Mahomes but also as a powerful reminder of the perseverance required to succeed in the NFL.

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