Travis Kelce has a decision to make as the Kansas City Chiefs‘ offseason beings, and that’s whether or not he’s going to retire from the NFL. After the team’s final game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, January 4, Kelce fielded questions about his retirement decision, but he opened up about it even more on his “New Heights” podcast on Wednesday, January 7.
After the Raiders game, which the Chiefs lost 14-12, Kelce responded to retirement questions, telling reporters, “Who knows? It either hits me quick or I’ve got to take some time. Last year, it was a little bit easier. I think I knew right away, I wanted to give this [year] a shot. We’ll see.”
But, Kelce has had some time to think, and now, the award-winning tight end has finally offered up more information about his retirement decision. According to his new comments, he’s leading a certain way.
Travis Kelce Discusses Retirement From Kansas City Chiefs on ‘New Heights’
During the Wednesday, January 7 episode of his “New Heights” podcast with his brother Jason Kelce, Travis talked about whether or not he wants to retire from the Kansas City Chiefs yet. His comments certainly imply that he wants one more go at the NFL.
“If my body can heal up, rest up and I can feel confident that I can go out there and give it another 18-20/21 week run, I think I would do it in a heartbeat,” Kelce said on the show.
So, there you have it. Kelce sounds like he wants to come back, but it depends on his body. It’s far from his final decision, but the comments indicate his heart’s desire.
After the Raiders game, Kelce was available to talk to the media, and he discussed how proud he was of his teammates and how they’ve played all season. “I’m proud the way we finished, even though it ended the way it did,” he said. “Guys showed up, gave it their all, and that’s all you can ask for.”
Travis Kelce Gives Back
Even though the Chiefs are ending their 2025-26 run without a trip to the postseason, Kelce continued to clock strong numbers with the team. He finished the season with 76 receptions, 851 receiving yards and five touchdowns in 17 games, according to NFL research.
As Kelce makes his decision about whether to return to the NFL next season, he’s getting some kind words from the students at Operation Breakthrough, an organization that’s been helping children and families in Kansas City since 1971. On Monday, January 5, the Kansas City Chiefs posted messages from students at Operation Breakthrough on social media thanking Kelce for his work for the charity organization.
“Operation Breakthrough is a not-for-profit corporation providing a nurturing and safe environment for children of the working poor that began in 1971 by Sister Corita Bussanmas and Sister Berta Sailer,” according to the organization.
The organization adds, “The organization responded to the need for quality child care and provided a nurturing and safe environment for children in poverty.”
In the Instagram post, the group commented, “The impact Travis has made on our families and community for over ten years has been absolutely incredible. Thank you, @killatrav for always supporting us and truly inspiring our kids.”
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