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Andy Reid Shrugs Off Travis Kelce Sideline Clash, Calls Him an 'Emotional Guy'

Reid’s lighthearted response signals the Chiefs view the exchange as passion rather than a disciplinary issue.

Overview

  • Broadcast cameras captured Reid and Kelce exchanging words with a brief bump during the Chiefs’ 22-9 Week 3 win over the Giants.
  • Reid later joked that Kelce is "Irish" and praised his intensity, and Patrick Mahomes voiced support for the tight end.
  • Kelce’s production has dipped to 10 catches for 134 yards and one touchdown through three games as Kansas City sits 1-2.
  • A lip reader’s claim that Reid threatened to cut Kelce is unverified by the team, and reporting confirms the Chiefs have not cut him.
  • Kelce’s visible frustrations include an NFL fine for an obscene gesture earlier this month as Kansas City works to stabilize its offense before hosting the Ravens.