Overview
- An Associated Press source says Kansas City and Kelce are close to a deal for 2026, with details not yet finalized.
- Ian Rapoport reports Kelce chose to stay with the Chiefs despite higher offers from other teams in free agency.
- Head coach Andy Reid confirmed there was steady offseason communication with Kelce as he weighed his decision.
- Kelce’s return comes after a 6–11 season without a playoff berth, and he logged 76 receptions for 851 yards with another Pro Bowl selection at age 36.
- The negotiating window opened Monday and contracts can be formalized when the new league year begins Wednesday, and no contract terms have been disclosed.