As Caitlin Clark continues to dazzle fans with her exceptional performances on the court, her love for the Kansas City Chiefs and star quarterback Patrick Mahomes has caught the attention of many.
NFL reporter Peter Schrager recently shared an intriguing story about how he first met the Iowa standout.
Reminiscing about the NFL Combine in 2022, Schrager recalled crossing paths with Iowa’s Women’s basketball team, who happened to be staying at the same hotel. The Women’s Big 10 Tournament coincided with the Combine, leading to a chance encounter with Clark. Schrager shared, “The Sports Information Director of the Iowa team introduced us. ‘You know our star player Caitlin, she’s a die-hard Chiefs fan, she loves Mahomes,’ he said.” This introduction eventually led to Schrager being added to a text chain with Clark.
Schrager further revealed, “I eventually put her on a text chain with Brett Veach, the general manager of the Chiefs. We’re on a text chain, the three of us, before every one of these Iowa games. Veach and I are texting Caitlin Clark, who’s now the biggest sports star in the world, good luck today and she’s like, THANKS GUYS!”
The bond between Clark and Mahomes is undeniable, with both athletes expressing admiration for each other. Schrager highlighted this mutual respect by stating, “Caitlin Clark’s admiration for Mahomes isn’t one-sided. The Kansas City superstar has the same feeling for the NCAA record holder.” Their shared appreciation goes beyond their individual achievements in their respective sports.
Clark’s affinity for Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs has only added to her allure as a rising sports star. Schrager noted, “The Iowa sensation is known to be a big fan of the Kansas City Chiefs and their star quarterback Patrick Mahomes.” This connection with a successful NFL franchise and its star player has undoubtedly contributed to Clark’s growing popularity.
