Patrick Mahomes wants a Red Raider in New York. The Kansas City Chiefs star made that clear after watching Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez dominate in a 29-7 win over previously unbeaten BYU.

“Get him to New York! @HeismanTrophy,” Mahomes posted on social media following the game, throwing his full support behind one of college football’s most unlikely Heisman hopefuls . Expand Tweet

Rodriguez finished with 14 tackles, one interception, and one fumble recovery as the ninth-ranked Red Raiders improved to 9-1. His tipped-ball interception in the third quarter set off chants from fans when he struck a Heisman pose at midfield .

“My guys wanted me to hit it,” Rodriguez said. “Just a rush of adrenaline.”

Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire echoed Mahomes’ push for national recogniti

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