A sneaker company files suit patrick mahomes, Travis KelceAnd their restaurant partners use number 1587.
In the lawsuit, sneaker company 1587 Sneakers alleges trademark infringement and claims its brand is directly affected by NFL stars’ use of four-digit numbers.
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Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce opened 1587 Prime Steakhouse in September 2025.
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A new report from ESPN states that 1587 Sneakers is suing for trademark infringement due to similarities between its business name and that of Kelce and Mahomes’ upscale Kansas City restaurant 1587 Prime.
The two superstar athletes first opened the steakhouse at the Loews Hotel in Kansas City in 2025, on Mahomes’ 30th birthday, and combined their numbers to create the restaurant’s name.
ESPN explained that the potential legal issues center on “unregistered rights owned by the sneaker company” since it filed a trademark application in 2025, even though it began sales in April 2023.
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As of press time, the trademark application for 1587 Sneakers is still under review.
Mahomes and Kelce applied for the “1587 Prime” trademark in December 2023, then officially opened it to the public
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Meanwhile, Mahomes and Kelce filed for trademarks for the Midwestern restaurant in December 2023.
However, the two companies’ trademarks fall into different categories. Paperwork for NFL players falls under the bar and restaurant department, and paperwork for a shoe company falls under the apparel department.
Trademark attorney Josh Gerben of Gerben IP, who is not affiliated with either party in the case, spoke with ESPN about the matter and seemed skeptical of the longevity of the sneaker company’s lawsuit.
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“I think it’s a tough case for sneaker companies,” he said. “Trademarks can coexist in different industries. … Given that the trademarks here are essentially the same, are a restaurant and a shoe company too close? Is it possible that consumers will be confused and think they are connected to each other?”
“1587 Sneakers” also claims Mahomes and Kelce are selling merchandise with digital combinations, confusing partners and the public
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The alleged trademark infringement involves more than just the name. In the lawsuit, 1587 Sneakers also claims Mahomes and Kelce’s steakhouses sell items with number combinations on them.
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The company’s owners claim that their company has been contacted by “numerous consumers” who believe it is connected to Mahomes and Kelce’s restaurants.
“From the outset, we have expressed a sincere belief that there is room for mutual respect and understanding,” an attorney for the sneaker company said in a statement. “That belief has not changed, and we remain hopeful of resolving this matter amicably.”
Ultimately, 1587 Sneakers asked Mahomes and Kelce to stop using “1587,” claiming it would cause serious confusion for consumers.
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Mahomes and Kelce’s labor of love has been open for months, and in previous social media videos promoting the business, the two expressed genuine excitement for the public to finally be able to step inside.
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“What’s better than breaking bread with people, enjoying great food, wine, and a cool atmosphere?” Kelce said in one of the posts, before describing the food as “exciting.”
Mahomes said the steakhouse has the “Kansas City feel” that locals know and love, adding, “It’s different and I think the city will love it.”
Located inside the Lowe’s Hotel, the nearly 10,000-square-foot restaurant features two floors, private dining rooms, meat display stations and a chef’s kitchen. 1587 Prime is also home to one of the largest wine collections in Missouri.
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In addition to dealing with the recent lawsuit this offseason, Kelce may also be considering his future in the league.
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According to previous reports from The Blast, many believed Kelce’s days in the NFL were over after the Chiefs failed to make the playoffs in 2025.
Rob Gronkowski is also a believer, saying, “My gut tells me Travis Kelce is not coming back next year.”
“Kai, he’s had a big career. He’s had a great year again this year,” he added. “Overall, at the end of the day, with the injury to Patrick Mahomes on the Kansas City Chiefs and everything else going on in Travis Kelce’s life, I think this is his last year.”