As Travis Kelce has been surrounded by rumors about his retirement, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end has finally addressed the question that’s been hanging over his 13th NFL season. After turning 36 this Sunday, the Chiefs star is finally setting the record straight about what comes next.
Travis Kelce talks about his NFL retirement
Ahead of the Chiefs’ primetime matchup, ESPN’s Monday Night Countdown aired an exclusive interview featuring head coach Andy Reid, quarterback Patrick Mahomes, and tight end Travis Kelce. The interview, hosted by Travis’ brother Jason Kelce, gave fans a rare look into how the All-Pro tight end views the later years of his career, aka retirement
When Jason asked the million-dollar question, “Trav, year 13… how many more do you got left?” Travis Kelce answered, “I take it day by day, year by year. I just love coming into work with these guys right here. That culture has become, you know, my way of life. The expectation year in and year out is Super Bowl or failure.”
While Travis Kelce didn’t give a definitive timeline, his response makes it clear that retirement isn’t an immediate concern. The Chiefs’ culture, coupled with his drive for another Super Bowl ring, continues to fuel his commitment to the game.
Still, speculation about Travis’ next steps has been buzzing louder than ever. With age and reduced snaps this season – 15 receptions for 186 yards and one touchdown through four games – fans are curious if the star is quietly preparing for his next act.
After all, off the field, Travis Kelce’s New Heights podcast, co-hosted with Jason Kelce, has become a massive hit. That media charm has caught the attention of ESPN executives, and they’re already envisioning a future role for him. In addition, an offer is already on the table as ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro told the Daily Mail that the network would “love to talk to Travis when he’s ready.”
