Overview
- He pointed to brother Jason Kelce’s early-March retirement announcement as a template for giving Kansas City time to map free agency and draft moves.
- Kelce is in the final year of his contract and, per reports, is currently under contract to the Chiefs for the remaining seven regular-season games.
- He dismissed the idea of a farewell tour and said he will wait until the season ends to evaluate whether to play in 2026.
- At 36, he leads the team with 50 receptions for 631 yards and four touchdowns and last week set the franchise touchdown record with his 84th.
- The Chiefs are 5-5 entering Week 12, and reporters note the club’s finish could influence his decision about next season.