Overview
- Kelce told reporters he has not decided whether to retire, saying "either it hits me quick or I’ve got to take some time" and that exit meetings start immediately.
- The 36-year-old became the fastest tight end to reach 13,000 career receiving yards during the Jan. 4 loss in Las Vegas, drawing a "13K!" post from Patrick Mahomes on X.
- The Chiefs finished 6–11 and missed the postseason for the first time in the Mahomes era as the quarterback rehabs a torn ACL and LCL.
- If he continues playing, Kelce will be an unrestricted free agent, making his timeline important to Kansas City’s offseason planning.
- Teammate Chris Jones predicted Kelce will return next season but acknowledged he could not promise another man’s decision.