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Travis Kelce Becomes Third All-Time in NFL Tight End Receiving Yards

The Kansas City Chiefs star achieved the milestone during a narrow victory over the Carolina Panthers, solidifying his place in NFL history.

  • Travis Kelce surpassed Antonio Gates to claim the third spot on the all-time NFL tight end receiving yards list with 11,854 yards.
  • The milestone was achieved with a 19-yard reception from Patrick Mahomes during the Chiefs' 30-27 win over the Panthers on November 24, 2024.
  • Kelce holds numerous NFL records, including the most single-season receiving yards by a tight end (1,416 in 2020) and the fastest player to reach 10,000 receiving yards.
  • The Chiefs improved to a 10-1 record this season, becoming the first AFC team to reach double-digit wins in 2024.
  • Kelce's achievements further cement his legacy as one of the greatest tight ends in NFL history, trailing only Jason Witten and Tony Gonzalez in career receiving yards.
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