Sneaker Brand Sues Mahomes, Kelce Over 1587 Prime Name

Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce face a trademark infringement lawsuit over the name of their steakhouse, 1587 Prime, filed by sneaker brand 1587 Sneakers in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York on February 17, 2025.

The complaint accuses Mahomes, Kelce, and their business partner Noble 33 of infringing on the sneaker company's mark by using the numeric sequence 1587, which the plaintiffs claim they established first in commerce for footwear and apparel starting April 13, 2023. The restaurant, which opened in Kansas City in late 2024, derives its name from the players' jersey numbers: Mahomes' 15 and Kelce's 87. According to the filing, 1587 Prime not only operates as a dining venue but also sells branded merchandise, including apparel and hats, creating overlap with the sneaker brand's product lines. The suit argues that this has led to consumer confusion, with individuals contacting 1587 Sneakers under the mistaken belief that the businesses are affiliated.

1587 Sneakers, an Asian American-owned company inspired by the historical arrival of Filipino sailors in 1587, describes itself as the first U.S. sneaker brand designed and...