Samaje Perine Clarifies Viral Super Bowl Interaction With Patrick Mahomes

The Chiefs running back dismissed speculation about tension after a sideline moment with Mahomes drew widespread attention online.

A video from Super Bowl LIX showed Patrick Mahomes appearing to skip over Samaje Perine while greeting teammates on the sideline, sparking online speculation about potential animosity.
Perine addressed the incident on Instagram, stating he stood up to adjust his pants and that the moment was being overanalyzed, adding, 'It’s not that deep.'
Mahomes took responsibility for the Chiefs’ 40-22 loss to the Eagles, citing his turnovers and the team’s slow start as key factors in the defeat.
Perine, who signed a one-year deal with the Chiefs this season, had a limited role in the Super Bowl, recording just one carry for eight yards.
The loss ended Kansas City’s hopes of becoming the first team in NFL history to win three consecutive Super Bowls.