Patrick Mahomes donates $5 million to Texas Tech

Patrick Mahomes is giving back to the college that gave him the start toward being the 10th overall draft pick of the Kansas City Chiefs in 2017.

On Thursday, it was announced Mahomes — and wife Brittany — are donating $5 million to the Campaign for Fearless Champions at Texas Tech.

“When we first launched this campaign, Patrick was only a freshman and now it is fitting that we approach the end of the campaign with a gift of his own,” Director of Athletics Kirby Hocutt said. “We couldn’t be prouder to announce this gift from Patrick and Brittany Mahomes. We are so proud of Patrick for all he has accomplished and how he has continually supported Texas Tech on a global scale.”

The Red Raiders football coach Joey McGuire was appreciative of the huge gesture.

“There isn’t a greater ambassador for Texas Tech Athletics than Patrick Mahomes,” head coach Joey McGuire said. “He is arguably the best brand in sports, not only for his success on the field but for what he and his family do off it. Since my hiring here at Texas Tech, it’s been evident to me just how much Patrick truly loves this university and football program, and this gift further emphasizes that. On behalf of our entire program, we can’t thank Patrick and Brittany enough for the impact they are making on our student-athletes and the future of Texas Tech Football.”