Who is Patrick Mahomes' doppelganger? NFL star has epic reaction to viral Nebraska college quarterback

LINCOLN, NEBRASKA: Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes receives a lot of media attention because he is a three-time Super Bowl winner and a prominent figure in the NFL.

Dylan Raiola, 19, a quarterback for the Nebraska Cornhuskers football team, has recently attracted a lot of attention from fans due to his striking remarkable resemblance to Mahomes, according to Marca.

Patrick Mahomes calls his Nebraska doppelganger QB 'cuzzo'

Dylan Raiola was immediately compared to the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback when his photo was shared by the team's official Instagram account as they prepared for the fall camp.

Mahomes' former teammate Tyrek Hill tweeted about the Cornhuskers quarterback, to which Mahomes humorously responded by calling Raiola "my lil cuzzo," which is Italian for cousin or close friend.

Who is Dylan Raiola?

The attention surrounding Dylan Raiola goes beyond his appearance; it signifies the promise he brings to a struggling Nebraska football program in need of consistent quarterback play in recent years. 

Raiola is the son of longtime Detroit Lions center Dominic Raiola and was adjudged ESPN’s top-ranked pocket passer, per ESPN’s Pete Thamel in December 2023.

Regarded as a potential game-changer, the five-star recruit could breathe new life into the team's fortunes. His commitment to Nebraska is particularly important, considering the program's absence from a bowl game since 2016, leaving fans eager for a return to competitive football.

Coach Matt Rhule stressed the significance of preparation for Raiola's potential claim to the starting quarterback position, stating, "Our job is not to get anybody ready to play. Our job is to give them opportunities. They have to get themselves ready to play."

This statement highlights the challenge Raiola faces, as he not only needs to meet expectations but also handle the pressures of being a highly regarded recruit.

ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit acknowledged Raiola's impressive history, noting his previous verbal commitment to Georgia and the opportunity to choose from various top programs.

Raiola's decision to commit to Nebraska demonstrates his dedication and belief in the program's potential under Rhule.

Patrick Mahomes' doppelganger Dylan Raiola steals hearts

Social media users could not keep calm regarding the striking resemblance between Dylan Raiola and Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

One X user remarked, "Always be yourself unless you can be Patrick Mahomes. Then always be Patrick Mahomes."

Another said, "Ty they two peas in a pod for real. MaHomes is his Idol for real."

One person wrote, "Why he look more like mahomes then mahomes."

Another said, "At first I thought it was Patrick Mahomes."

One individual commented, "They don't look alike. Dylan is much better looking."

Another tweeted, "Dude, this kid looks just like Pat! Great gene pool in Nebraska."

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