In one of the most unexpected celebrity crossovers of the year, tech billionaire Elon Musk has reportedly expressed a sincere and surprising desire to adopt one of NFL star Patrick Mahomes’ children, offering what sources call “a future unlike anything other children could ever imagine.”
The bizarre but fascinating revelation allegedly happened during a private afterparty following the recent NFL Honors event in Los Angeles, where Musk and Mahomes crossed paths.
According to witnesses, the two struck up an animated conversation — first about sports, then about AI, and shockingly… parenting.
The Proposal No One Saw Coming

“Elon was extremely impressed by how grounded and smart Patrick’s kids seemed,” said a partygoer who overheard the conversation. “At one point, Elon actually said, ‘If you ever want to loan me one, I’d be happy to adopt your kid and give him a life even royalty can’t imagine.’”
While the remark seemed half-joking, insiders now say Musk may have meant it more seriously than anyone thought.
“Elon is fascinated by legacy,” a close associate of the Tesla CEO confirmed. “He’s already a father to many, but he’s obsessed with raising the next generation of thinkers and creators. He sees Mahomes’ child as having the genetics of a champion — and he wants to combine that with his own resources.”
A Child With Superpowers?
While it’s unclear which of Mahomes’ children Elon was referring to — his daughter Sterling or son Bronze — sources say Musk spoke about providing “access to technologies, private tutors, futuristic environments, and a space education program” that he’s developing behind the scenes.
“He was serious when he said the child would go to Mars one day,” the source added. “He believes he can raise a world leader or maybe even the first human to establish civilization on another planet.”
In true Musk fashion, he reportedly added, “I’ll give the kid a Neuralink before he learns multiplication.”
How Did Patrick Mahomes Respond?
Though Mahomes has not commented publicly, people close to the NFL MVP say he was caught completely off guard by Musk’s pitch.
“He laughed at first,” one insider said. “But then he realized Elon wasn’t joking. Patrick didn’t say yes or no — just kind of smiled and changed the subject.”
However, Mahomes’ wife, Brittany, was reportedly “less amused.” Sources say she was overheard telling friends that “no billionaire is going to take my baby, I don’t care how many rockets he builds.”
Fans React: Internet in Disbelief
As the story spread online, social media erupted in a mix of shock, laughter, and disbelief. The hashtag #ElonAdoptsMahomesKid began trending within hours.
“Only Elon Musk would offer to adopt someone else’s kid like it’s a startup idea,” one user joked.
Another added, “Mahomes’ child being raised in a Tesla-shaped mansion with a Mars simulator and AI nanny? Sounds like a Netflix show waiting to happen.”
Could This Actually Happen?
Legally, the idea of a high-profile adoption like this is extremely unlikely — especially without parental consent. But experts say it’s classic Musk behavior: eccentric, ambitious, and headline-grabbing.
“Elon Musk operates on a different wavelength,” said celebrity analyst Jordan Fields. “Whether he was serious or not, this just proves he’s always thinking about legacy, influence, and redefining the future — even if it means trying to co-parent with an NFL legend.”
So, What Now?
While there’s no official word from either camp about next steps, insiders suggest Mahomes and his family found the entire proposal both flattering and a bit strange. Musk, on the other hand, has not denied the story and was spotted tweeting cryptically just hours later:
“Some kids are born with stars. Others should be launched into them.”
Was it a joke? A real offer? Or just another chapter in the ever-stranger life of Elon Musk?
Only time — and maybe a SpaceX press release — will tell.