The Chiefs have been quite responsible to maintain consistency at tight end into the foreseeable future, likely because of Kelce's own indecision about his future in the NFL. Last offseason, the Chiefs made a new three-year contract offer to Noah Gray, who promptly accepted, giving them a nice bridge from a proven player through the 2026 campaign.

Kelce caught just four passes for 39 yards in the Super Bowl blowout. The 2024 season overall was statistically Kelce's worst since his rookie campaign back in 2013, as he caught 97 passes for 823 yards and three touchdowns. Still, Kelce believes that he can play at a high level -- and is motivated to do so.

ESPN's Pat McAfee broke the news by way of the direct words he received from Travis Kelce, announcing that the Kansas City Chiefs star would indeed be returning for his 13th season in the NFL. Given the widespread speculation that the 35-year-old Kelce might be leaning towards