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Patrick Mahomes, quarterback for the Super Bowl-bound [edit: Super Bowl LVIII champions] Kansas City Chiefs, has struck a notable endorsement deal with insurance giant State Farm and has even&nbsp;<a href="https://chiefswire.usatoday.com/2022/10/04/kansas-city-chiefs-patrick-mahomes-on-convincing-andy-reid-state-farm-advertisement/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=kansas-city-chiefs-state-farm-advertising-insights-2725128" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">convinced Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid to join in on the action</a>.&nbsp;<figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=diQRJ_lnCfo"><div class="iframely-embed"><div class="iframely-responsive"><iframe src="//cdn.iframe.ly/api/iframe?app=1&amp;api_key=fd3b6b3731f34f55ba1fe3&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DdiQRJ_lnCfo" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div></div></figure> But it’s not just Mahomes and Reid bringing in those big insurance bucks —&nbsp;Chiefs tight end (and Taylor Swift boyfriend) Travis Kelce can also be found&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PL-5pfIstDU&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=kansas-city-chiefs-state-farm-advertising-insights-2725128" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">having what appears to be a ton of fun in State Farm TV ads</a>. Even Kelce’s mom has been pulled into the carrier’s marketing world.This partnership marks a significant blend of sports achievement and commercial strategy, spotlighting the seamless integration between the Chiefs' on-field brilliance and their off-field business engagements. And it’s breathing new life into State Farm. The deal underlines three critical insights:Old Brands Find New Life in the Digital Age: The collaboration between State Farm and celebrities like Mahomes, Reid, and Kelce isn't accidental. It's part of an intentional media strategy designed to put the century-old brand in front of a young-and-growing audience.&nbsp;And it works.&nbsp;State Farm said it pulled in 415 earned-media placements worth more than $20 million from a live stunt at a Philadelphia Eagles game in which Donna Kelce (Travis' mom) watched her other son, Jason, play while seated next to fictional State Farm spokesman Jake.“Earned media went crazy, as did engagement in social on X,”&nbsp;<a href="https://www.marketingdive.com/news/state-farm-travis-kelce-taylor-swift-stunt/696922/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=kansas-city-chiefs-state-farm-advertising-insights-2725128" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">State Farm Head of Marketing Alyson Griffin recently told Marketing Dive</a>, calling it “a lightning-in-a-bottle moment” before continuing: “The team was really smart because it alerted our measurement partners and said, ‘Something is happening. Let’s be ready to get the data.’ And we did. We got it really fast… And then we saw something we didn’t anticipate. We had three spots in the Eagles game and three spots in the Chiefs game later that night. The performance of the spots increased by 15 times after the stunt.”&nbsp;State Farm has also been reaching new audiences by advertising more on the digital platforms that young people flock to.“We understand who the audiences are and are dialing up media in places that they already are in because they’re not going to come looking for us,” Griffin said.Elevating Brand Humanization Through Authentic Narratives:&nbsp;Featuring Mahomes alongside Reid and Kelce, State Farm's advertisements appear to offer a sneak peek into the real-life dynamics and camaraderie of the Chiefs. This approach not only humanizes both brands, but also makes them more relatable and engaging. It highlights the power of authentic storytelling in marketing, drawing consumers with real connections and stories that trigger emotional resonance.Teamwork Makes the Dream Work:&nbsp;This endorsement deal signifies a shift in the landscape of sports marketing, moving beyond individual athletes to include coaches and teammates. State Farm's strategy to involve key figures from the Chiefs demonstrates a broader view of athlete endorsements, reflecting the evolving nature of sports marketing where a team's culture and its leaders enhance the brand narrative.&nbsp;It showcases the increasing influence of athletes and sports personalities on brand strategies, emphasizing the collective charm of sports teams and their leadership.These collaborations not only highlight the strategic alignment of sports icons with brand values, but they also set a new precedent for athlete endorsements, emphasizing authentic narratives and the collective power of team dynamics in shaping brand stories.Yes, State Farm is a franchise. But what about Starbucks? That’s a little more tricky.&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/is-it-possible-to-become-a-starbucks-franchise-owner-2724683#most-recent-stories">Find out why here</a>.And if you're looking to get into franchising, we can help! 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