Born on September 17, 1995, in Tyler, Texas, Mahomes grew up in a sports-oriented family, excelling in football, baseball, and basketball during his high school years. After a standout college career at Texas Tech, he was drafted by the Chiefs as the 10th overall pick in 2017. His remarkable talent led to a record-breaking 10-year contract extension in 2020, valued at over $400 million, making him one of the highest-paid athletes globally.