Overview
- Owner Clark Hunt told Good Morning Football the Chiefs "certainly hope" Kelce returns in 2026 and said there is "no doubt" he can still play.
- New OC Eric Bieniemy said he has had only small conversations with Kelce and Patrick Mahomes but expressed excitement about reuniting and "chopping wood" with them.
- Kelce has not announced his plans and said on his podcast he will take a few weeks to rest and assess how his body feels before deciding on his future.
- The 11-time Pro Bowler withdrew from the 2026 Pro Bowl, with Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid named as his replacement.
- If he plays on, Kelce would need a new deal as he is set to enter unrestricted free agency after a 2025 season with 76 receptions, 851 yards and five touchdowns.