Overview
- After the 20-10 loss to the Texans, Kelce declined multiple locker-room interview requests, which conflicts with NFL media policy that can trigger fines for repeated noncompliance.
- Kansas City dropped to 6-7 and now faces genuine playoff jeopardy in the AFC.
- Mahomes said he is cherishing each season with Kelce and noted the tight end will have the option to decide his future after this year.
- A late fourth-quarter drop by Kelce turned into a Mahomes interception that helped seal the defeat.
- Analysts, including Stephen A. Smith, are now publicly predicting Kelce could retire after the season, citing his age, engagement to Taylor Swift, and established media opportunities such as the New Heights podcast.