Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes spoke with reporters recently for phase 3 of OTAs. He addressed the constant recruiting rumors surrounding a perennial Pro Bowl defensive lineman, who recently supported his charity foundation.
“I didn’t do much recruiting; I’ll leave that to (General Manager Brett) Veach and the guys,” said Mahomes, “I think we recruit ourselves just by who we are. I like having veterans around and guys like that, and at that tournament, they’re the only guys that can get off work that week. There was some good football players there, but I didn’t do any recruiting in that standpoint, I think I’ll leave that to Veach and the guys.”
The player in mind is 8-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Cam Jordan, who was in attendance for the ’15 and the Mahomies Vegas Golf Classic. He was one of many stars, but as a free agent, he’s spent most of the offseason being linked to the Chiefs. Chris Jones infamously shouted him out on social media, further adding fuel to the speculation.
Another great week in Vegas for the @15andMahomies Golf Classic presented by @CoorsLight. Thanks to everyone who helps make this event possible. See you next year! pic.twitter.com/L7kzsbSA7c
— Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) May 16, 2026
Jordan played for Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo in 2012, during his second season with New Orleans after being selected in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft. Spagnuolo was New Orleans’ coordinator for one season, during which the team missed the playoffs, finishing 7-9. Jordan has 132 career sacks and currently holds the Saints record after 15 seasons with the franchise.
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