Mahomes Sr. Staged Altercation for Barstool Boxing Match

Patrick Mahomes Sr., father of NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes, has admitted that his altercation with former MLB player John Rocker was staged to promote a celebrity boxing match. The fight, set for April 2025 and organized by Barstool Sports' 'Rough N' Rowdy,' was revealed during a court appearance where Mahomes Sr. was questioned about his trip to New Orleans, which led to a missed probation-mandated urine test. Mahomes Sr., who is on probation for a third DWI, managed to avoid legal repercussions by disclosing the promotional nature of the incident. The staged fight aims to generate publicity and potentially increase pay-per-view sales, with Mahomes Sr. set to earn at least $85,000. The stunt has also drawn attention due to Mahomes Jr.'s public dislike for Barstool Sports, with Barstool's founder inviting him to the event despite the family rift. This revelation highlights the lengths to which public figures might go to create buzz in the realm of celebrity boxing.