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Patrick Mahomes Loses March Madness Wager, Sparks Fan Controversy with Costume Choice

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During the electric atmosphere of March Madness, an unexpected twist involving NFL phenom Patrick Mahomes arose. 

In a pleasant turn of events, Mahomes found himself dressed as the Texas Longhorns’ popular mascot for a friendly wager related to the Longhorns’ Thursday night basketball game against the Colorado State Rams in Charlotte.

On his Instagram story, the 28-year-old published a lighthearted photo of himself wearing the iconic Hook ‘Em mask, along with a statement that humorously acknowledged the terms of the bet. 

Mahomes tagged Buffalo Bills quarterback Shane Buechele and his wife Paige in the post, indicating their participation in the heated debate.

Patrick Mahomes Spices Up March Madness in Longhorns Gear

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KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – FEBRUARY 14: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates with fans during the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl LVIII victory parade on February 14, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Mahomes’ surprising appearance in Longhorns garb adds a charming touch of fun to the March Madness spectacle, emphasizing the profound links and rivalries that pervade both collegiate and professional sports venues.

The game between the Longhorns and the Rams adds another exciting chapter to the history of collegiate basketball rivalries. 

Despite a slow start in the first half, the No. 7-seeded Longhorns won the first round of March Madness with a hard-fought victory over the Rams.

Dylan Disu and Tyrese Hunter led the Longhorns attack, while Joel Scott led the Rams’ brave but ultimately unsuccessful bid. With a final score of 56-44 in favor of the Longhorns, the game demonstrated Texas’ perseverance and grit, clinching their spot in the tournament. (interservices.fr

Notably, Mahomes’ affiliation with both Texas Tech University and the Texas Longhorns adds an intriguing dimension to the matchup, emphasizing the different skills developed inside university athletics. 

Mahomes’ mascot appearance added a unique twist to the proceedings, serving as a reminder of the beautiful tapestry of sportsmanship and togetherness that defines the March Madness event.

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