Overview
- Kelce said he will decide on retirement after the season and inform the team before the 2026 league year starts on March 11.
- The 36-year-old is in the final year of his contract and is contractually tied to Kansas City only through the remainder of this season.
- He has 50 receptions for 631 yards and four touchdowns through 10 games, leading the Chiefs in catches, yards and touchdown receptions.
- Kansas City is 5-5 entering Week 12, and reporters note the season’s outcome could influence his choice.
- Kelce cited lessons from his brother Jason’s retirement timing and said he does not want a public farewell tour.