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Travis Kelce's Slow Start Raises Questions Amid Off-Field Distractions

Concerns grow over Kelce's focus on football as Chiefs tight end struggles to produce early in the season.

  • Travis Kelce has recorded only 8 catches for 69 yards and no touchdowns in the first three games of the 2024 NFL season.
  • Commentators like Mike Francesa and Rodney Harrison suggest Kelce's off-field activities, including his relationship with Taylor Swift, may be affecting his performance.
  • Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and head coach Andy Reid attribute Kelce's reduced stats to increased defensive focus on him, opening opportunities for other players like Rashee Rice.
  • Kelce himself acknowledged the slow start but emphasized his focus on winning rather than personal stats in his 'New Heights' podcast.
  • Despite his struggles, Kelce remains a key player, participating in 77% of offensive snaps, and his impact is expected to grow as the season progresses.
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