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Social media reacts to Justin Simmons intercepting Patrick Mahomes for the sixth time

S.Chen22 min ago

Justin Simmons has caught more passes from Patrick Mahomes than most.

Only difference is he has never played for the Kansas City Chiefs.

The Atlanta Falcons safety intercepted Mahomes on Sunday for the sixth time of his career, the most of one active player against another. Simmons picked off a pass in the end zone that was intended for tight end Noah Gray with just under three minutes remaining in the first quarter.

Who is Justin Simmons?

Simmons is a 30-year-old safety for the Atlanta Falcons who has been named All-Pro four times in his career.

When was Justin Simmons drafted?

Simmons, a Boston College product, was drafted in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft by the Denver Broncos.

How many interceptions does Justin Simmons have?

Simmons has 31 interceptions over his nine-year career. He had a league-high six interceptions in 2022.

How many games has Justin Simmons played against Patrick Mahomes?

Simmons has faced the Chiefs 16 times, with Mahomes starting in 12 of those games, including Sunday's matchup.

How many times has Justin Simmons intercepted Patrick Mahomes?

Simmons now has six career interceptions against Mahomes. Four of those picks have come in the red zone, with two being in the end zone. Here are each of Simmons' interceptions against Mahomes...

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