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His junior year brought even more accolades, with Mahomes leading the nation in passing yards and total touchdowns, culminating in his decision to declare for the 2017 NFL Draft.
Entering the NFL
Mahomes was thrust into a highly competitive draft featuring other promising quarterbacks. Despite being seen as a raw prospect, the Kansas City Chiefs recognized his potential and traded up to select him as the 10th overall pick. This collaboration with veteran quarterback Alex Smith provided Mahomes an ideal environment for development.