Tight end Travis Kelce has made little more than a peep with regard to his weighing of a possible retirement. He’s been candid about the possibility, and last left the media without comment after the final game of the 2025 season on whether he would accept a team-friendly deal to ‘give it another go.’

Kelce is locked in near the top of every statistical category in the history of the position, even crossing significant benchmarks last year in receptions (1,004) and yards (13,002). Both of those rank third all-time. The only other milestone he could cross in another season would be to pass Jimmy Graham for fourth in touchdowns. He trails Graham by 12 and Rob Gronkowski by 15.

“There is communication,” coach Reid said of talks with Kelce. “That’s the main thing. I’ve said this before: As long as there’s communication, I’m good. That means people want to move forward. I think that’s where Travis is.” Reid was decidedly upbeat when discussing the Ohio native. Kelce also made several appearances in the days leading up to this year’s Super Bowl LX, and a number of sources within the organization say they expect that he’ll return.

Presumably, two big factors are being taken into account. Eric Bieniemy has been brought back on board to re-assume the offensive coordinator position. He and Kelce have a significant bond. Additionally, Kelce’s best friend, quarterback Patrick Mahomes, is rehabbing seven to eight hours per day to be ready for the start of the season.

The tight end has said he’ll make his decision by the start of the league year on March 11. Expect a contract to be finalized before then.

Author: Sam Schneider (@BuyAndSellYou)