Patrick Mahomes' Haircut Has College Football Star Trending

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Nate Lunak | Last updated Feb 18, 2025 3:21 PM ET

There's no doubt that Patrick Mahomes is already becoming one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history, having won three Super Bowls before even turning 30 years old.

Due to his success, he's gained a large following and many admirers, including Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola, who's become well-known for imitating Mahomes.

That stretches to wearing the same numbers, having similar haircuts and mannerisms, and even including a nearly identical pregame ritual that went viral.

However, on Monday, new photos of Mahomes were revealed, showing the star quarterback having ditched the mohawk-style hairstyle he'd had for years for a much shorter look.

Just In: Patrick Mahomes has cut his hair after his Super Bowl loss to the Eagles.

A new chapter for the best QB in the NFL. pic.twitter.com/ZnyAgrJtBM
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) February 18, 2025

Now, Raiola himself is going viral, with many thinking he will soon be following in Mahomes' footsteps with the change.

"When is Dylan Raiola getting the same cut," said one comment.

"Dylan Raiola just called his barber for an appointment ASAP," said another.

"that kid from Nebraska making his appointment right now," a third added.

A fourth asked, "Can we get an update on Raiolas current style?"

"Now that Pat Mahomes cut his hair, how soon do you think Dylan Raiola cuts his?" a fifth continued.

"BREAKING NEWS: After seeing this photo Dylan Raiola is running to the barber shop," said another.

Of course, if he is going to stick to imitating anyone, why not let it be someone as accomplished as Mahomes, who in eight years had made six Pro Bowls, two First-Team All-Pros, and two MVPs?

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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