Patrick Mahomes Cuts His Signature Mohawk – Barber Explains Why
Earlier this week, Patrick Mahomes made a surprise return to his alma mater, Texas Tech, for a visit. This time, however, the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback was sporting a brand-new look, marking his first appearance on campus with a major haircut change.
Mahomes, known for his signature mohawk, shocked fans and sparked a wave of reactions on social media when he appeared with a much shorter, more traditional style. The drastic change has garnered both admiration and criticism from fans, and now his longtime barber is speaking out to explain the motivation behind the bold move.
According to DeJuan Bonds, Mahomes’ barber since 2017, the decision to cut the famous mohawk was likely rooted in frustration. This haircut came just days after the Chiefs missed out on a Super Bowl three-peat, which may have led Mahomes to want to make a fresh start, reflecting a more mature version of himself. Bonds suggested that Mahomes had been considering a major style change for a while but had previously avoided it due to superstition.
Bonds, who has been responsible for Mahomes’ iconic look, described the quarterback’s request for a drastic cut as something Mahomes had discussed before. “He showed up at his appointment looking for a big chop,” Bonds shared, noting that the change was something Mahomes had been contemplating but had not acted on in the past.
While Mahomes himself has not publicly commented on the cut, it’s not uncommon for people to make significant changes to their appearance during times of transition or frustration. Mahomes’ new hairstyle marks a fresh chapter in his life, following the disappointment of the Chiefs’ Super Bowl loss. Interestingly, Mahomes isn’t the only Chief to make a hair change recently—his teammate, Travis Kelce, has also been sporting a new look.
In the end, Mahomes’ new haircut might just be a symbolic gesture of moving forward, signaling the beginning of a new season both on and off the field.