Patrick Mahomes has promised to come back “stronger than ever” following a severe injury during the Kansas City Chiefs’ playoff-elimination game on Sunday.

After the Chiefs were defeated by the Los Angeles Chargers, ending their chances for a playoff or Super Bowl appearance, the NFL star took to X to express his emotions in a heartfelt message.

“I don’t understand why this happened. It really hurts,” Mahomes, 30, wrote.

“All we can do is trust in God and tackle each day with determination. Thank you, Chiefs Kingdom, for your unwavering support. I appreciate everyone who reached out and sent prayers. I’ll be back stronger than ever ⏰,” he assured.

During the home game at Arrowhead Stadium, Mahomes was tackled by an opposing player, causing him to fall. He remained on the ground for several moments before being assisted back to the sideline, visibly limping.

Their Sunday loss marks the first time since 2014 that the Chiefs won’t be in the playoffs. They have also played in the Super Bowl for the past two years — taking home the trophy in 2024 and losing to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2025.

The Chiefs have three more regular games left in their 2025 season, with the next one being Dec. 21.

Hopefully, Mahomes is able to fully recover and finish out the season as he recently spoke about savoring the rest of the time he has playing alongside Chiefs tight end and best friend, Travis Kelce, whom he knows can retire at any time.

“Every season I’ve had with him these last few years, I try to cherish because you never know,” Mahomes admitted on Dec. 8 during a press conference following their tough loss to the Houston Texans.

“He got himself in great shape this year and he’s played great football,” he said of Kelce, 36.

“He’ll have the option to do whatever he wants to do after this season, but I know one thing: He’ll give everything he has for the rest of this season to try to give us a chance to make a playoff run.”

He acknowledged the Chiefs’ struggles this season and said he knows “the chances are getting lower and lower.”