Former MLB stars Pat Mahomes Sr. and John Rocker were caught in a fiery altercation outside a Bourbon Street bar in New Orleans, fueling speculation that the two are set to face off in an amateur boxing match. The incident occurred during Super Bowl LIX week, as Mahomes Sr. was in town to support his son, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who played against the Philadelphia Eagles in the big game.
A video circulating online captures the tense moment between the two ex-athletes. The footage shows Mahomes Sr. and Rocker exchanging heated words before the situation nearly escalated into a physical fight. Bystanders quickly intervened, pulling the two apart before things could spiral further. As Mahomes Sr. was being restrained, Rocker hurled a cup full of ice in his direction before walking away.
The confrontation comes on the heels of an exclusive report from DailyMail.com revealing that Mahomes Sr. and Rocker are slated to compete in a boxing match as part of Barstool Sports’ popular “Rough N’ Rowdy” event series. The report has sparked widespread interest, with fans eagerly anticipating a potential showdown between the two former baseball players.
While the Chiefs ultimately fell short in Super Bowl LIX, the off-field drama involving Mahomes Sr. and Rocker has stolen some of the spotlight. As rumors of their upcoming fight continue to swirl, this heated encounter in New Orleans has only added to the anticipation.