Patrick Mahomes isn’t just a superstar on the football field; he’s also a proud dog dad to two pit bulls, Steel and Silver, who have captivated a massive fanbase all their own.
Steel, the elder of the two, has a special backstory. According to The Kansas City Star, he was a gift from Mahomes to his now-wife Brittany back in 2017, when Mahomes was still at Texas Tech. The story of Steel’s name has some surprising roots; while Mahomes now credits Steel’s name to his distinctive gray coat, he originally named him after the Pittsburgh Steelers—a decision that Chiefs fans have forgiven, especially after Mahomes led them to a Super Bowl victory. And for Mahomes, Steel is more than just a pet; he feels an undeniable connection to him, even saying, “Me and my dog Steel are exactly the same person, except he’s a dog. His mannerisms, like the stuff he does, are literally exactly the same as me.” Steel truly is his furry kindred spirit.
