Raiders' Kermit the Frog Mahomes Puppet Mocks Division Rival

Amidst heated rivalry, Las Vegas Raiders poke fun at Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes with a Kermit the Frog puppet in his likeness.

The Las Vegas Raiders and Kansas City Chiefs share an intense rivalry that has intensified in recent years, fueled by the Chiefs' dominance in the AFC West. Now, as training camps approach, the Raiders have found a playful way to poke fun at their division rivals' star quarterback, Patrick Mahomes.

During training camp sessions, Raiders players have been spotted passing around a Kermit the Frog puppet adorned with a Mahomes jersey and a wig resembling the three-time Super Bowl winner's signature hairstyle. The puppet has become a symbol of the Raiders' playful mockery of Mahomes, who has often been the subject of jokes about his distinctive voice, which many compare to a Muppet's.

Raiders' Kermit the Frog Mahomes Puppet Mocks Division Rival

The Raiders' antics reflect the playful banter that has become a staple of the rivalry between the two teams. Ahead of the Chiefs' Super Bowl-winning run in 2023, the Raiders seemingly exposed a weakness in Mahomes, holding him to zero passing yards in the final three quarters of their Christmas Day matchup. Despite Mahomes' struggles, the Raiders emerged victorious with a 20-14 win at Arrowhead Stadium.

However, Mahomes' career record against the Raiders stands at an impressive 10-2, with a 109.6 passer rating, 3,573 passing yards, 30 touchdowns, and just four interceptions. His impressive stats indicate that the Raiders' mockery may be nothing more than good-natured ribbing.

Raiders' Kermit the Frog Mahomes Puppet Mocks Division Rival

Despite the Raiders' attempt to poke fun at Mahomes, the Chiefs remain motivated to continue their success. They have openly expressed their ambition to become the first team to win three consecutive Super Bowls, a goal they have been vocal about since their Super Bowl victory in February.

The Chiefs and Raiders first matchup of the 2024 season will take place on October 27, following the Chiefs' Super Bowl rematch against the San Francisco 49ers. The game promises to be an exciting battle between two heated rivals, with the added element of the Raiders' Kermit the Frog puppet rivalry.

Raiders' Kermit the Frog Mahomes Puppet Mocks Division Rival

As the rivalry between the Raiders and Chiefs continues to intensify, the playful banter and jabs between the two teams add an entertaining layer to one of the most competitive matchups in the NFL.