First, it was the hair transformation—now, it might be the “Dad Bod” makeover. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has set the internet buzzing with speculation after his trainer shared new photos of him grinding in the gym, looking leaner and stronger than ever.
After falling short of an unprecedented three-peat in a crushing 40-22 Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, Mahomes appears to be using the offseason to reshape his physique—and fans are taking notice.
Mahomes Looks Leaner and Stronger in Offseason Training
The newly surfaced workout photos of Mahomes show him looking noticeably slimmer and more defined, prompting many to wonder whether the three-time Super Bowl champion is changing his approach to training.
One fan summed up the speculation perfectly, writing:
“Lost the Super Bowl in the worst way and immediately lost 100 pounds. #WeAreSoBack”
Another observed:
“Might be the best shape he’s ever been in.”
And a third commenter added:
“Buddy bout to never be humiliated in a big game again.”
The photos have led to widespread speculation about how Mahomes may be evolving as a quarterback heading into the 2025 season. Could a faster, leaner Mahomes mean a more aggressive rushing attack? Or is he simply prioritizing a more athletic build to extend his career?
RELATED: Patrick Mahomes Takes Wife Brittany’s Breast Milk on Work Trip: ‘He’s Got the Goods’
Mahomes Previously Defended His ‘Dad Bod’
Last season, Mahomes went viral when fans jokingly pointed out his softer physique, dubbing it a “Dad Bod”. However, the Chiefs superstar insisted that his body type was intentional and actually helped him absorb contact.
“I use those hips and that oblique muscle to really rotate through there,” Mahomes explained at the time.
“The people who see the dad bod, that’s for a reason—that’s the obliques. I’m getting them right.”
It remains to be seen whether his new look is just an offseason phase or part of a long-term shift in his training philosophy.
Super Bowl Loss Fuels Mahomes’ Motivation
Since the heartbreaking loss to the Eagles, Mahomes has been relatively silent. His last public comments came immediately after the Super Bowl, when he admitted that the defeat would haunt him.
“It’s the worst feeling in the world,” Mahomes told reporters after the game.
“There’s no way around it. Anytime you lose a Super Bowl, it’s the worst thing in the world, and it will stick with you for the rest of your career. It’s going to hurt for a while, but how can you respond from it? They played great from start to finish. I didn’t play to my standard, and I have to be better next time.”
His offseason transformation might just be the first step toward ensuring he never experiences that feeling again.
Changes in the Chiefs’ Roster
Despite the Super Bowl setback, Mahomes received good news when his star tight end Travis Kelce confirmed he isn’t retiring and will return for at least one more season.
However, Mahomes will have to adjust to at least one major loss—his trusted offensive lineman Joe Thuney. The Chiefs traded Thuney to the Chicago Bears this week in exchange for a 2026 fourth-round pick, leaving a big hole on the offensive line.
As Mahomes works toward Super Bowl redemption, he’ll do so with a leaner physique, a chip on his shoulder, and a slightly different supporting cast.
A New-Look Mahomes in 2025?
With training camp still months away, fans will be keeping a close eye on Mahomes’ physical transformation and how it might affect his playstyle next season.
Will a leaner Mahomes become a more mobile threat?
Or is he simply using the offseason to experiment before returning to his usual playing weight?
One thing is clear—Patrick Mahomes is out for revenge, and he’s putting in the work to get it.