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Travis Kelce has built a Hall of Fame résumé as one of the most dynamic tight ends in NFL history.
But as he nears his 36th birthday and enters his 12th season, the Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for a new reality: the days of weekly domination may be winding down, but Kelce‘s influence on winning football is far from over.
Kelce‘s numbers from the 2024/25 season were his lowest as a starter, finishing with 823 receiving yards and just three touchdowns.
Although he still caught 97 passes, his average yards per reception fell below 10 for the first time, signaling that age may finally be impacting his explosiveness.
For a franchise that has relied on Kelce to anchor the offense for nearly a decade, the statistical dip has not gone unnoticed.
Chiefs general manager Brett Veach offered a straightforward evaluation of Kelce‘s evolving game in a recent conversation with ESPN’s Adam Teicher.
Rather than glossing over the physical challenges that come with age, Veach highlighted how Kelce’s experience and football instincts separate him from the pack.
Big Moments Still Belong to Kelce
“We’ve all seen it over the last few years,” Veach said. “There are periods throughout the season where you’re like, ‘This might be it.’ But when the games are the most important and the lights are the brightest, he finds it somewhere.”
Veach went on to explain that what makes Kelce exceptional is his ability to deliver in high-pressure situations, even if he can no longer dominate every Sunday as he once did.
“The great ones know how to find it,” Veach continued. “They know where it’s buried, and they know how to access it. And they can’t access it at that age week in and week out, but when they need it, they know how to find it.”
This trust in Kelce was on full display during the 2024 playoffs. After a quieter regular season by his own standards, Kelce erupted in the divisional round against Houston, tallying 117 yards on seven catches and scoring a touchdown that kept the Chiefs in contention.
While his production was limited in the AFC Championship and the Super Bowl, those flashes of brilliance in critical games have become his calling card.
The Chiefs are not just looking for numbers, they are counting on leadership and championship experience.
Kelce‘s ability to read defenses, create separation, and inspire teammates has become just as important as his physical skills.
The Chiefs know that having a player who has “been there” can make all the difference in do-or-die moments.
Looking Ahead: Kelce’s Value Goes Beyond the Box Score
Kansas City’s coaching staff and front office understand that Kelce’s role will likely continue to shift.
The team may reduce his workload to keep him fresh for the postseason, a strategy increasingly common for veteran stars across the league.
Yet, Veach made it clear that Kelce‘s presence and ability to make plays when the stakes are highest still give the Chiefs a competitive edge.
“We’re going to need him in the big moments,” Veach said, signaling that Kelce’s playoff magic will remain a crucial part of the team’s identity.
For Kelce, embracing a different role may be the key to extending his career and helping the Chiefs chase more championships.
As Kansas City enters a new season, all eyes will be on how Travis Kelce adapts-and whether his knack for clutch performances can keep the Chiefs at the top of the NFL mountain.
Even as the years add up, Kansas City is betting that experience, preparation, and heart will continue to set their star tight end apart.
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