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Chiefs Picked As Super Bowl Favorites, Patrick Mahomes MVP Favorite

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Chiefs running it back? That’s what the oddsmakers see as happening his season. With the NFL season just hours away, we have gotten our first look at where Vegas stands on the upcoming campaign. Per, Caesar’s, the Kansas City Chiefs are 6-1 favorites to win the Super Bowl. If the Chiefs pulled it off, they would be the first back-to-back champions since the Patriots in 2004 and 2005. The Eagles have the second-best odds. However, FanDuel reports that more bets have been placed on the Eagles than any other team. The Aaron Rodgers-led Jets are at 16-1.

Meanwhile, Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes also has 6-1 odds of defending his MVP title from the 2022 season. The last person to win back-to-back MVPs was Aaron Rodgers in 2020 and 2021. However, there has never been an instance of two players each posting a back-to-back MVP title in a four-year stretch. Joe Burrow is second in MVP odds at 7-1.

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New NFL Season Spurs Some Wild Bets

Furthermore, news is starting to break about some of the more unusual bets that have already been placed. The largest verifiable bet is $20,000 on the 40-1 Raiders to win the Super Bowl. That would give the anonymous Nevada bettor $800,000. Meanwhile, DraftKings has reportedly received an $89 bet for a Texans-Cardinals Super Bowl at 10,0000-1 odds. The Texans and Cardinals each have 200-1 odds to reach the Super Bowl this year. However, there are also reports of a $25,0000 bet on the 25-1 Chargers. While it’s more money, it only (“only”) pays out $625,000.

The Chiefs open the season as -4.5 favorites over the Lions. Those odds dropped from -6.5 earlier in the week. With Travis Kelce officially questionable on the injury report and Chris Jones still holding out, the Chiefs are in for a tougher time against a resurgent Lions team. If you do choose to bet on this year’s NFL season, remember to do so responsibly and do so through a licensed and reputable vendor.

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Caleb Williams Distances Himself From Pat Mahomes Comparisons

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Caleb Williams could very well be the first-overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Alongside North Carolina’s Drake Maye, the USC signal caller is considered to be one the best QBs at the college level this year. After beginning his career at Oklahoma in 2021, Williams followed head coach Lincoln Riley to USC in 2022. He quickly turned into one of the best D1 passers, throwing for 4537 yards and 42 touchdowns. However, the season was marred by a blowout loss in the Pac-12 Championship and then an embarrassing and improbable loss to Tulane in the Cotton Bowl.

Short of a historic collapse, Williams should be a first-overall candidate while USC stacks as a National Championship contender. However, people are already trying to find the words to describe Williams’ play and perceived collegiate dominance. Those efforts often end in some sort of comparison to Pat Mahomes, widely considered the best pro quarterback in the NFL right now. However, it’s not that Williams himself especially agrees with.

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Williams Wants To Be Judged On His Own Merits

LOS ANGELES, CA – APRIL 15: Quarterback Caleb Williams #13 of the USC Trojans looks on during the USC spring game at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on April 15, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images)

“The Patrick Mahomes thing, I’ve seen it. I don’t think anything of it. I’m my own self. I’m Caleb Williams, number 13 for the USC Trojans. I don’t think too much of it other than, it’s’ respect. Mahomes has been the best guy in the league basically since he got in the league. He’s been playing at the highest level. I just say respect. The man’s got two Super Bowls under his belt, and I’ve got not even one national championship. I just classify it as respect because I’ve been working my tail off to try and be the best,” Williams told The Ringer.

Riley made similar comments when he asked about the subject at the Pac-12 Media Day. “There are some similarities. I think some of the vision and some of the creative arm angle. Also the ability to get the ball out is similar,” Riley said. “Pat played a lot of football though. I have to remind people that Caleb didn’t play his senior year of high school and only half the year his first year at Oklahoma. … Obviously, Pat is the best quarterback in the game and that’s a flattering comparison, but Caleb’s got a long way to go to get to that.”

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SOURCE SPORTS: LeBron James, Patrick Mahomes, Carmelo Anthony and More Celebrated at 2023 ESPYS

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LeBron James, Patrick Mahomes, Carmelo Anthony and More Celebrated at 2023 ESPYS

The 2023 ESPYS Presented by Capital One took place on Wednesday at The Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, honoring the most remarkable moments in sports. Lil Wayne kicked off the show with a captivating performance of “A Milli,” while H.E.R. also graced the stage. The star-studded event featured appearances by sports icons such as Chris Paul, Dwyane Wade, Mikaela Shiffrin, Patrick Mahomes, and entertainers including Tiffany Haddish and Travis Kelce.

The ESPYS recognized individuals and groups who exhibited exceptional strength and bravery in the face of adversity. The Pat Tillman Award for Service was presented to the Buffalo Bills training staff, lauding their heroic efforts to save the life of player Damar Hamlin. The Arthur Ashe Award for Courage was bestowed upon the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team for their relentless fight for equal pay. Liam Hendriks, pitcher for the Chicago White Sox, received the Jimmy V Award for Perseverance after triumphing over non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.

The V Foundation announced a new collaboration with the American Cancer Society’s Hockey Fights Cancer initiative, amplifying funding for cancer research and sharing inspiring stories within the hockey community. H.E.R. commemorated the 30th anniversary of the V Foundation and Jimmy Valvano’s legendary ESPYS speech with a soulful rendition of “The Journey.”

Jrue and Lauren Holiday were honored with The Muhammad Ali Sports Humanitarian Award for their impactful work in underserved communities. LeBron James received Best Record Breaking Performance for surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s NBA career scoring record and reassured fans that retirement was not imminent. The evening also featured a heartfelt tribute to Carmelo Anthony, presented by his former teammates and close friends, Dwyane Wade and Chris Paul.

Other notable awards included Best Comeback to NBA Champion Jamal Murray, Best Athlete in Women’s Sports to Olympic skier Mikaela Shiffrin, and Best Athlete in Men’s Sports to Super Bowl Champion Patrick Mahomes. The ESPYS concluded with the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs winning Best Team, and tight end Travis Kelce humorously defending his time at the microphone.

The ESPYS serves as a platform to raise awareness and funds for the Foundation for Cancer Research, founded by ESPN and late basketball coach Jim Valvano in 1993. ESPN and the V Foundation remain committed to supporting cancer research until victory over the disease is achieved. For more information, visit V.org.

COMPLETE LIST OF THE 2023 ESPYS WINNERS
Best Athlete, Men’s Sports: Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs
Best Athlete, Women’s Sports: Mikaela Shiffrin, Ski
Best Breakthrough Athlete: Angel Reese, LSU Women’s Basketball
Best Record-Breaking Performance: LeBron James surpasses Kareem Abdul-Jabbar for NBA career scoring record
Best Championship Performance: Lionel Messi, Argentina – World Cup Final
Best Comeback Athlete: Jamal Murray, Denver Nuggets
Best Play: Justin Jefferson with the Catch of the Century
Best Team: Kansas City Chiefs
Best College Athlete, Men’s Sports: Caleb Williams, USC Football
Best College Athlete, Women’s Sports: Caitlin Clark, Iowa Women’s Basketball
Best Athlete with a Disability: Zach Miller, Snowboarding
Best NFL Player: Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs
Best MLB Player: Shohei Ohtani, Los Angeles Angels
Best NHL Player: Connor McDavid, Edmonton Oilers
Best NBA Player: Nikola Jokić, Denver Nuggets
Best WNBA Player: A’ja Wilson, Las Vegas Aces
Best Driver: Max Verstappen, F1
Best UFC Fighter: Jon Jones
Best Boxer: Claressa Shields
Best Soccer Player: Lionel Messi, Argentina/PSG
Best Golfer: Scottie Scheffler
Best Tennis Player: Novak Djokovic

SPECIAL AWARDS
Jimmy V Award for Perseverance: Liam Hendriks
Arthur Ashe Award for Courage: U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team
Pat Tillman Award for Service: Buffalo Bills Training Staff

SPORTS HUMANITARIAN AWARDS
Muhammad Ali Sports Humanitarian Award: Jrue Holiday (Milwaukee Bucks) and Lauren Holiday (retired U.S. Women’s National Team)
Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award: Jordan Adeyemi, Ashley Badis, Rishan Patel
Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year: San Antonio Spurs
Stuart Scott ENSPIRE Award Honorees: Dr. Richard Lapchick 

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Patrick Mahomes Speaks Out On Brother Jackson’s Arrest

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On May 3, Jackson Mahomes was arrested on charges of sexual battery. The arrest stemmed from a March incident where Mahomes allegedly forcibly kissed the owner of a restaurant in Kansas City. Surveillance footage shows Mahomes grabbing the woman by the throat from behind and pulling her back towards him before kissing her. The woman appears uncomfortable during the interaction. Additionally, a male server at the restaurant has accused Mahomes of shoving him. Mahomes was initially held on a $100,000 bond and will face a court hearing later this year.

However, Mahomes has vehemently denied the allegations. “Our investigation has revealed substantial evidence refuting the claims of Jackson’s accuser including the statements of several witnesses,” Mahomes’ attorney Brandan Davies said. “We have reached out to law enforcement to provide the fruit of our investigation so that they may have a complete picture of the matter.”

Patrick Mahomes Addresses The Arrest

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY – MAY 06: Quarterback Patrick Mahomes (C) of the Kansas City Chiefs looks on in the paddock before the start of the 149th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 06, 2023 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

Mahomes has garnered some minor social media fame and a lot of social media controversy. However, his biggest claim to media attention is that his brother is Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, Patrick Mahomes. Since joining the NFL in 2017, the Mahomes has won two Super Bowls as well as two MVPs. He is one of the pre-eminent quarterbacks in the league and still in his prime at just 27 years old.

However, Mahomes has finally broken his silence on his brother’s arrest and the allegations against him. “At the end of the day,” the QB told the media, “I come here to play football and try to take care of my family, at the same time. So, [I] just kind of keep it to myself and just go out there and play football when I’m in the building. It’s your family,” he said, “but you have to come in here and do a job. And that’s what I try to do every day.” With that, Mahomes has made it clear that he doesn’t want to be asked about Jackson, especially as the case unfolds against him.

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Jackson Mahomes, Younger Brother of Patrick Mahomes, Appears in Court for Aggravated Sexual Battery Arrest

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Jackson Mahomes was on hand in court on Tuesday (May 16) for his charges of aggravated sexual battery.

As a result of his appearance, Mahomes has been allowed to contact four people that he was previously not allowed to speak with as a condition of his bond. According to TMZ, Mahomes posted a $100,000 bond to be released on May 3.

Jackson Mahomes, the 22-year-old brother of superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes, was been arrested and charged with three counts of aggravated sexual battery and a fourth count of battery.

The owner of a restaurant in Overlakr Pak restaurant states Jackson Mahomes assaulted the owner and pushed a waiter in separate incidents. The incident happened on Feb. 25, 2023, at Aspents Restaurant and Bar Lounge in Overland Park.

Johnson County District Judge Thomas Sunderland released the police affidavit, which states Jackson “grabbed [Aspen Vaughn] by the throat, forcing her head back and kissed her and put his tongue in her mouth.”

In a video online, Mahomes has been seen kissing the 40-year-old owner. Mahomes’ lawyer released a statement combatting the claims against Mahomes.

“We have provided law enforcement with the tools and evidence they need to evaluate the claims against Jackson. Every interaction between people needs to be placed in the proper context. Releasing a short clip of any video does not provide proper context. We have faith in the process and look forward to a swift resolution of the matter.”

Mahomes will be arraigned on Wednesday (May 3) at 1:30 p.m.

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Jackson Mahomes, Younger Brother of Patrick Mahomes, Arrested for Aggravated Sexual Battery

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Jackson Mahomes, the 22-year-old brother of superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes, has been arrested and charged with three counts of aggravated sexual battery and a fourth count of battery.

KCTV-5 says the younger Mahomes, a social media influencer, was booked into Johnson County Detention Center on a $100,000 bond.

The owner of a restaurant in Overlakr Pak restaurant states Jackson Mahomes assaulted the owner and pushed a waiter in separate incidents. The incident happened on Feb. 25, 2023, at Aspents Restaurant and Bar Lounge in Overland Park.

In a video online, Mahomes has been seen kissing the 40-year-old owner. Mahomes’ lawyer released a statement combatting the claims against Mahomes.

“We have provided law enforcement with the tools and evidence they need to evaluate the claims against Jackson. Every interaction between people needs to be placed in the proper context. Releasing a short clip of any video does not provide proper context. We have faith in the process and look forward to a swift resolution of the matter.”

Mahomes will be arraigned on Wednesday (May 3) at 1:30 p.m.

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LeBron James Finds Support In Twitter Checkmark Strike

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LeBron James isn’t the only star not interested in Twitter Blue. Earlier today, James tweeted that he will not be subscribing to the Twitter Blue service. Meaning that James will no longer have a verified account on the social platform. Many are taking James’ lead on the matter and declining the subscription. Now it seems that James may have some support in his strike against Twitter Blue. That support comes in the form of a few stars from the NFL world.

Patrick Mahomes, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, and Tyreek Hill all voiced their support for James in a few funny tweets. The reigning Super Bowl champion wanted to know when Twitter was taking away the certification checkmarks. That’s when Valdes-Scantling quote tweeted Mahomes pleading for his followers to jokingly pay for Mahomes’ subscription. Mahomes hilariously answered back that he can’t afford the service due to his kids. Then, Tyreek Hill said that Twitter can keep its checkmark if the service is $8. Check out the string of Tweets below.

LeBron James Has Started The Twitter Checkmark Strike Revolution

Athletes seem to be having a little fun with Elon Musk’s new idea for the social platform. A subscription-based service for a free social site does seem a little much. The start of Twitter Blue doesn’t look to be going strong, with top celebrities not buying in. The age of misinformation is bound to only grow with official accounts no longer being a sure thing. Sports media channels have already fallen for fake tweets by certified accounts that appear to be trolls.

James was the first big name to disapprove of the move. Now, it seems that other big names will be following suit. Twitter has long been a place for free communication with those you may not see on a daily basis. Lately, it has been more of a troll-infested negative wasteland. What will it mean for Twitter with celebrities not being verified? Will people be looking for a new place to virtually hang out? Let us know your thoughts on Twitter Blue in the comment section below. As always, stay with us here at HNHH for the latest news in the world of sports.

Patrick Mahomes Had This To Say On Latest TNF News

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Patrick Mahomes is fresh off of his second Super Bowl victory. Even though the Kansas City QB is still celebrating the team’s victory, it’s never too early to look ahead. In this case, Mahomes is looking at a move made by the NFL and the owners. A potential flex scheduling rule for Thursday Night Football has been tabled until May. However, the thought of flexing Thursday night games has not sat well with many players.

Even newly retired JJ Watt took to Twitter to voice his displeasure on the idea of flexing Thursday night games. “Flexing games from Sunday to Thursday is a terrible idea for two main reasons: 1) Player Safety You can’t make this decision and also preach that player safety is a priority. 2) Fans,” Watt wrote. The NFL legend makes a great point for both reasons he provided. Expecting a team to change their schedule on such short notice is an insane ask from the league.

Patrick Mahomes Seems To Have No Interest In Flexing TNF

While the flexing of TNF games may not be happening now, teams may now have to play two games on Thursday in one season. Asking a team to play two TNF games in one season seems like an asinine concept. Short weeks for such a physical sport are just asking for more injuries to occur. Yes, the league has made good choices, like allowing players to wear the number zero. On the other hand, the league makes decisions like this to leave everyone scratching their head. Or, in Patrick Mahomes’ case, a palm to the face.

When it comes down to it, money is the most significant factor in any major decision. The NFL wants to please the sponsors while grabbing as many eyeballs as they can. Having the option to flex good teams to play on TNF is a great move from an ownership standpoint. However, for the players, this could be a daunting challenge. What are your thoughts on the potential of flexing TNF games? Sound off in the comment section below. To follow this story and many others, subscribe to HNHH for all your sports news.

Jackson Mahomes Allegedly Kissed Restaurant Owner Without Consent

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Jackson Mahomes is the viral brother of Patrick Mahomes. Overall, Jackson is someone who has received a ton of criticism over the years. This is due to his antics on the sidelines at Mahomes’ games. Furthermore, Jackson’s attempts to get attention on social media have been largely seen as “clout chasing.” He is a controversial figure, to say the least, and some feel like he goes too far. Now, Jackson is being hit with some very serious allegations.

According to the Kansas City Star, Mahomes was out at the Aspens Restaurant and Lounge last Saturday. While there, he allegedly forced himself on the establishment’s owner. In the video below, you can see Mahomes kiss the woman while grabbing her by the neck. Furthermore, he allegedly pushed a 19-year-old waiter. “He forcibly kissed me out of nowhere,” the owner told the KC Star, “and I’m telling him, pushing him off saying ‘what are you doing?’ and then he proceeded to do it two more times where the last time I was pushing him off and I can see on the cameras that somebody was outside the office door and I was yelling for them to come help because he’s big and massive.” 

Jackson Mahomes On Video

The alleged interaction took place in Overland Park which is near Kansas City. Subsequently, the Overland Park Police Department is currently in the midst of investigating the allegations. Moreover, Jackson Mahomes’ lawyer has made a statement on the matter. “We have provided law enforcement with the tools and evidence they need to evaluate the claims against Jackson,” Brandan Davies explained. “Every interaction between people needs to be placed in the proper context. Releasing a short clip of any video does not provide proper context. We have faith in the process and look forward to a swift resolution of the matter.”

At the time of writing this, the story is still developing. There is a lot that is unknown at this time. Additionally, Mahomes has yet to make any of his own comments on the matter. Let us know what you think of the situation, down below. Also, stay tuned to HNHH for more news from around the sports world.

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LeBron James & Patrick Mahomes Bond During Viral Interaction

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LeBron James is one of the biggest draws in the entire NBA. Every single night, fans make their way to the arena just to see him do what he does best. However, fans will not be seeing him in a Lakers uniform anytime in the immediate future. Overall, this is because he injured his foot on Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks. He is expected to miss about two to three weeks with his injury, and from there, he will be re-evaluated. It is a huge blow to the Lakers’ playoff hopes, and fans are hoping for the best.

However, it should be noted that James was able to play through this injury against the Mavericks. It is actually pretty miraculous that he was able to pull that off. He told people on the court that he heard his foot pop, but somehow, he kept going. Subsequently, his team went on a huge second-half run that allowed them to pull off an epic comeback against Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Moreover, it gave him a reason to bond with none other than Patrick Mahomes.

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In the video clip above, you can see LeBron’s interaction with Mahomes, who was sitting courtside. LeBron was on the sideline when he started chatting with the two-time Super Bowl champion. That is when James said, “you know what it is playin’ with a fu**ed up ankle, huh?” Of course, Mahomes had injured his ankle in the NFL playoffs. Additionally, he reinjured it during the Super Bowl, although he was still able to lead a second-half comeback. For LeBron, however, it is clear that his injury isn’t something he can come back from that quickly.

Hopefully, he can find some of that Mahomes magic over the course of the next few weeks. At this point, the Lakers are desperate and they will take James regardless of his health. Although, if the Lakers want to preserve his career, then it is best to let him rest right now. This is a developing story, so stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sports world.

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