Patrick Mahomes Rages at Fry Over Offensive Video Mocking Death of Marshaw Keelade
In a moment that has sent shockwaves across the NFL and social media alike, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has publicly condemned internet personality Derek Fry after a disturbing video surfaced online mocking the tragic death of 24-year-old football player Marshaw Keelade.
The viral clip — which Fry reportedly posted on his private channel before it was leaked — showed edited footage making light of Keelade’s fatal car accident last month. The tone and content sparked outrage from fans, players, and grieving family members, with many demanding accountability for what they’ve called “the cruelest stunt in recent memory.”
But it was Mahomes’ reaction that drew the most attention. Known for his calm demeanor both on and off the field, the Super Bowl champion unleashed a rare burst of anger in a late-night post that read:
“You don’t make jokes about someone’s death. Not in this game. Not ever. Marshaw was a human being — a son, a friend, a teammate. If that’s your idea of humor, you’ve lost your soul.”
The quarterback’s words immediately went viral, gaining millions of likes within hours and sparking a wave of solidarity across the NFL community. Several high-profile players, including Travis Kelce, Joe Burrow, and Jalen Hurts, reposted Mahomes’ statement with their own messages of support, calling for Fry to be permanently banned from all major platforms.
According to sources close to the Chiefs organization, Mahomes personally reached out to Keelade’s family earlier this week to offer condolences and financial assistance for memorial services. “Patrick didn’t want publicity for it,” one insider said. “He just wanted to make sure the family knew they weren’t alone.”
As the controversy intensified, Fry attempted to defend himself by calling the clip “a dark joke taken out of context,” but his apology did little to calm the storm. Major sponsors reportedly pulled out of his upcoming projects, and multiple social media platforms have already removed his account for violating community guidelines on hate and harassment.
Meanwhile, Keelade’s mother, Lorraine Keelade, spoke through tears in a brief statement:
“My son loved this game. He looked up to players like Patrick. To see people mock his death breaks my heart, but to see Patrick stand up for him… that gives me hope that kindness still exists.”
Fans have since turned Mahomes’ quote — “You’ve lost your soul” — into a rallying cry for respect and humanity in the digital age. Hashtags like #StandWithMahomes and #JusticeForMarshaw are trending across X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Instagram, with thousands sharing stories about how online cruelty has real-world consequences.
As of Friday evening, the NFL Players Association released an official statement applauding Mahomes’ leadership and urging “influencers, fans, and athletes alike to remember that empathy is stronger than clicks.”
For Mahomes, the message is simple — and powerful: “If we can’t respect life, we’ve already lost the game.”
