Overview

• Andy Reid’s updated depth chart officially lists Noah Gray as Kelce’s primary backup, marking the most concrete step in the Chiefs’ succession planning at tight end.
• Kelce enters his final contract year in peak form after losing nearly 25 pounds during an offseason conditioning overhaul.
• Dismissing last season’s Super Bowl defeat, Kelce has embraced a veteran mentorship role at camp, emphasizing culture and technique for the younger players.
• Undrafted rookie Jake Briningstool has impressed coaches with a breakout training camp, adding another layer of competition behind Gray and Kelce.
• At 36 and in his 13th season, Kelce’s retirement remains uncertain as fans and teammates debate whether this will be his final year in Kansas City.