The Kansas City Chiefs play the Las Vegas Raiders on Christmas day

NFL star Patrick Mahomes is just like most people — he would rather stay home with his family during the holiday than work.

The Kansas City Chiefs host the Las Vegas Raiders on Christmas, and the 27-year-old star QB has revealed he has mixed emotions about playing on the holiday.

Patrick Mahomes shared his thoughts on playing on ChristmasCredit: Getty

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The Kansas City Chiefs play the Las Vegas Raiders on ChristmasCredit: Instagram/patrickmahomes
Mahomes spoke to NBC Sports ProFootballTalks after the Chiefs’ 27-17 win over the New England Patriots last Sunday and detailed his thoughts about playing on December 25.

“I think it’s two things.

“I’m excited because you get that standalone [game]. You get to play at Arrowhead [Stadium] at 12:00.

“I mean, everybody’s gonna be just opening presents and getting the food in them.

“Then they’re going to be the happiest they possibly can be, and they’re gonna turn on and see the Kansas City Chiefs playing.

“So I’m excited about that,” Mahomes said.

However, despite his excitement to be showcased in Primetime, the two-time NFL Super Bowl champion also explained the challenges of being away from family to play in the game.

“I’m a little disappointed I’m going to miss Christmas Eve with my kids and Christmas morning and miss Santa coming.

“But I’ll be able to spend the evening with them and open presents with them then.

“So, it’ll be a great opportunity. I’m excited for that.

“We’ll miss the kids a little bit, but we’ll celebrate after the game’s over,” Mahomes declared.

The Chiefs enter their Week 16 Chrismas Day match with a 9-5 record and sit atop their division in the AFC West.

Mahomes has thrown for 3703 yards, 25 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions through 14 games.

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Mahomes has thrown for 3703 yards, 25 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions through 14 games.Credit: Instagram/brittanylynne