When Patrick Mahomes lets one fly, you’d better be ready to catch it — or get out of the way. 😬

During Sunday’s heated showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills, the two-time MVP’s signature cannon arm made headlines for an unexpected reason: his 62-mph rocket of a pass accidentally struck a cameraman square in the chest in the end zone.

The moment instantly went viral — and thankfully, the cameraman lived to tell the tale (and even joke about it).

💥 The Hit Heard Around the Stadium

It happened in the second quarter at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, N.Y. The Chiefs were trailing, and Mahomes — ever the competitor — tried to connect with Travis Kelce in the end zone for a crucial touchdown.

But instead of landing in Kelce’s hands… it landed right on NFL cameraman Justin Schwab, who was filming just a few yards behind the play.

The throw was so powerful that the impact knocked Schwab to the ground, his equipment tumbling with him.

“Confirmed — he’s okay 😅,” the NFL wrote in a now-viral Instagram post that quickly exploded across social media.

The clip has since racked up millions of views, with fans commenting everything from “Mahomes really said, ‘You’re part of the play now’” to “That cameraman deserves a Super Bowl ring!” 😂

📸 The Cameraman Speaks Out

It didn’t take long for the mystery man behind the camera to step forward.

“Hey, that’s me!” Schwab commented under the NFL’s post, later sharing his own POV clip of the throw coming directly toward his lens — a heart-stopping moment that ended in a perfect, painful thud.

“Can you really blame me for jumping?” he joked in the caption, showing the ball colliding with his camera mid-shot.

According to his bio, Schwab — who goes by @vidsbyschwab on social media — is a Live Content Correspondent for the NFL, based in Buffalo. Let’s just say he’s earned his hazard pay after this one. 😅

🏈 Mahomes Reacts to the Chaos

Despite the unexpected hit, Mahomes handled the aftermath with his usual calm and accountability. After the Chiefs’ 21–28 loss to the Bills, he addressed reporters with humility.

“We’ve had great moments. We’ve had bad moments. I’ve got to be more consistent as a quarterback,” Mahomes said. “You learn from it fast. It’s going to be an uphill battle, but I think our guys are up for it.”

On the night, Mahomes completed just 15 of 34 passes for 250 yards, while adding pressure-filled scrambles that kept the game close until the very end. Still, it wasn’t enough to overcome Josh Allen and the Bills’ home-field advantage.

😅 Fans Can’t Stop Laughing

The internet, of course, did what it does best — turning the moment into pure comedy gold.

• “That cameraman just got an MVP souvenir!”

• “Mahomes throwing dimes… even to the wrong team!”

• “Give that man a helmet and a contract!”

Even rival fans couldn’t help but respect the sheer force behind the throw. “Imagine getting hit by a Mahomes pass — that’s like getting tackled by destiny,” one post read.

🔥 What’s Next for the Chiefs

Sunday’s defeat dropped Kansas City to 5–4 on the season — a tough spot for the defending AFC champs. Mahomes’ chemistry with Kelce remains strong, but the offense has struggled with inconsistency in recent weeks.

The Chiefs now turn their focus to the Denver Broncos on November 16, where they’ll look to bounce back — hopefully without any more surprise “targets” on the sidelines. 😉

💬 The Final Take

Patrick Mahomes’ throw may have missed its intended receiver, but it hit something even rarer — a viral moment that perfectly captured the chaos, power, and unpredictability of the NFL.

And while the Chiefs may have lost the game, one thing’s for sure: that cameraman won the internet. 📸💥