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Reid Downplays Kelce Sideline Flashpoint After NFL Fine in Chiefs' First Win

Reid characterized the exchange as passion from a player he trusts.

Overview

  • The NFL fined Travis Kelce $14,491 for an obscene gesture in Week 2 against the Eagles, according to league reporting.
  • One week later, NBC cameras showed Kelce and Andy Reid yelling on the sideline in the second quarter against the Giants, with Reid bumping Kelce's shoulder.
  • Kansas City led 6-0 during the exchange after failing to capitalize on a takeaway and missing a 40-yard field goal, highlighting ongoing offensive lulls.
  • After the 22-9 victory that moved Kansas City to 1-2, Reid said, "Don't make too much of it," praising Kelce's intensity and noting he sometimes must be "the policeman."
  • Kelce logged four receptions for 26 yards and skipped postgame media availability, drawing continued focus on his modest early-season production.