Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is gearing up for his first game at Lambeau Field, home of the Green Bay Packers. While Mahomes has visited Lambeau in the past, he has never played there, making this a special occasion for him. The Chiefs have only played at Lambeau twice since Mahomes was drafted, with one game being in the preseason where Mahomes didn’t play, and the other in 2019 when he was sidelined due to a knee injury.

Patrick Mahomes, star quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs.LAPRESSE

In a press conference on Wednesday, Mahomes expressed his excitement for the upcoming game, saying: “I’m extremely excited for it. I’ve watched it my whole entire life, and I know it’s going to be a hostile environment; the fans are going to be loud, it’s going to be a lot like Arrowhead is to other teams like you’re saying.” Mahomes is looking forward to the challenge of playing in such a historic and iconic stadium.

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The Packers have been performing well recently, winning their last two games against the Los Angeles Chargers and the Detroit Lions. Mahomes has been studying the Packers’ NFC North rivals to gain insights into Green Bay’s strategies.

He specifically mentioned Packers quarterback Jordan Love, saying: “Jordan [Love] has gotten better and better every single game. He’s always had the talent, but when you get more and more reps… you can see how much more comfortable he’s getting.” Mahomes recognizes the playmaking ability of the Packers’ offense and the strength of their defense.

Chiefs will try to maintain momentum

The Chiefs are currently on a one-game winning streak after defeating the Las Vegas Raiders last Sunday. They are looking to build on that momentum and secure another victory against the Packers. Mahomes emphasized the importance of matching the confidence of the Packers and finding a way to win the game.

Overall, Mahomes is excited about the opportunity to play at Lambeau Field and is prepared for the challenge that awaits him and his team. He acknowledges the historical significance of the stadium and is looking forward to experiencing the passionate atmosphere created by the Packers’ fans.