Kyle Larson meets Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce in a unique stopover before the Kansas race weekend, highlighting the mutual respect between the world of NASCAR and the NFL. The encounter took place at the Kansas City Chiefs facility, where Larson observed the reigning Super Bowl champions during their preparations, reflecting his passion for football as well as his reputation on the track.
A Behind-the-Scenes Look at an NFL Powerhouse
An avid supporter of the NFL, Larson had the opportunity to watch the Chiefs in action during their practice preparations. Under the leadership of quarterback Patrick Mahomes and coach Andy Reid, the Chiefs have claimed three Super Bowl victories in what is often referred to as the Mahomes era. The visit offered Larson a firsthand view of a championship organization accustomed to frequent success, providing valuable perspective on the inner workings of a top-tier football team.
Capturing the Moment with Mahomes and Kelce
The Kansas City Chiefs marked the visit on their official social media, publishing photos of Kyle Larson standing alongside Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. Their post read,
“We had a special visitor on site today! Thanks for stopping by, @KyleLarsonRacin, and good luck this weekend ️.”
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs), September 27, 2025.
Larson described his excitement at meeting the two stars, calling the experience an honor and expressing his appreciation for the warm welcome he received from the franchise.
The Role of Brett Veach in Arranging the Visit
The connection to the Chiefs came by way of general manager Brett Veach. Speaking about how the visit was arranged, Larson shared,
“I went out to the facility earlier this season. Brett Veach, the general manager, I did not know, but till a couple of years ago, he was a real big fan of mine. He had us out and hosted us earlier this year, and then he was able to kind of line it up again this time. So it was really cool.”
— Kyle Larson, driver
Sharing the Experience with Team Members
Larson brought along crew chief Cliff Daniels and engineer Rudy Fugle for the exclusive behind-the-scenes experience. Rudy, in particular, is known to be an avid Chiefs supporter. Describing the day, Larson stated,
“You know we had Cliff out there and Rudy, who is a huge Chiefs fan. It was really neat to be there and get to sit in the quarterback meeting before their practice. That was really cool to see how they operate and prepare for a practice. That is once in a lifetime opportunity.”
— Kyle Larson, driver
Impact on Larson’s Racing Motivation
The special visit appeared to have a positive effect on the Hendrick Motorsports driver. After meeting Mahomes and observing the Chiefs, Larson scored a top-10 finish in Kansas, building momentum from his recent performance at New Hampshire. Despite a challenging first round in the playoffs, Larson now looks to the Roval as a crucial stage in maintaining his points advantage and advancing further in the postseason.
Looking Ahead After a Memorable Encounter
Kyle Larson’s visit underscores the camaraderie and admiration shared across top sports disciplines. Inspired by his meeting with Chiefs stars and the organizational excellence at Kansas City, Larson and his team aim to channel that championship mindset as they continue their own playoff run, showing how meaningful these cross-sport connections can be in fueling high performance and motivation.
We had a special visitor on site today! Thanks for stopping by, @KyleLarsonRacin, and good luck this weekend 🏎️ pic.twitter.com/wQ1QHeBBt1
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) September 27, 2025
