Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes’ Kansas City Current expansion plans face fresh scrutiny over $235 million in public bonds

Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs’ star player, and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are gearing up for their investment in the NWSL team, the Kansas City Current to make a new move with their $1 billion expansion plans at the CPKC Stadium. But it seems that the plans have now hit a new roadblock.Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes’ Kansas City Current’s expansion plans raise eyebrows about public bondsIn the last few weeks, as per reports, it has come to notice that the CPKC Stadium expansion plans will include $235 million in public bonds, with Mayor Quinton Lucas leading the request.But it has raised some eyebrows among neighbors and fans about the use of public money.Danielle Russell, vice president of the KC Blue Crew supporters group, said, “When the stadium was first announced, a big part of it was the privately financed aspect and how special that was…”Danielle Russell, vice president of the KC Blue Crew supporters group, added, “While I think there’s a lot of feelings that of course you’re going to need a bond, of course it’s going to be taxpayers — that’s just how reality goes — there’s just this part that’s like, man, this stinks. It’s conflicting a bit…”However, neither the Kansas City Chiefs’ top quarterback Patrick Mahomes nor his wife, Brittany Mahomes, has reacted to it yet as they remain supportive of the CPKC Stadium expansion plans.Recent September 2026 documents indicate the city approved a framework providing $185 million in direct public funding protections to cover financial shortfalls and infrastructure.The $1.4 billion project concerning the CPKC Stadium includes expansion of the stadium capacity, park additions, a pedestrian bridge, a parking garage, and the "Current Landing" mixed use district.Patrick Mahomes and Brittany Mahomes remain focused on the ongoing seasonBack in June, Mayor Quinton Lucas said in a news release, “The Kansas City Current presents one of the greatest success stories in our city’s recent history, and CPKC Stadium has already proven that world-class investment in women’s sports pays off…”Mayor Quinton Lucas added, “We look to build on the momentum, expanding a stadium district that will draw more visitors, create jobs, help Kansas City compete for more global and national events, and strengthen our riverfront for generations to come.”The Kansas City Current noted in a statement, "As we look ahead, we are committed to raising the bar for women's sports again…”The statement added, “We appreciate the collaboration and leadership from community and civic partners, and look forward to sharing more details as conversations with our civic partners continue."For now, Patrick Mahomes remains focused on his career as he and Brittany Mahomes stay away from the controversy.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.