The Chiefs don't have as much money to spend in free agency as many other teams, but Kelce, 36, is expected to turn down more lucrative offers to stay with the Chiefs, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport said. Kelce, one of the most popular players in the NFL and a certain Hall of Famer, contemplated retirement after the 2025 season. Kelce admits to having lost a step, but he still finished with 76 receptions on 108 targets and 851 receiving yards. Kelce co-hosts the popular "New Heights" podcast every Wednesday during the NFL season with his brother, former Philadelphia Eagles six-time All-Pro center Jason Kelce. "I just love this team," Kelce said in January after the Chiefs' last game.

Source: Los Angeles Times March 09, 2026 22:26 UTC