Travis Kelce Addresses Retirement After Potential Final Home Game with Chiefs
On December 25, 2025, the Kansas City Chiefs played against the Denver Broncos at Arrowhead Stadium, suffering a 20-13 loss. This game marked what could be Travis Kelce's potential final home appearance with the Chiefs. Kelce, who had five receptions for 36 yards during the game, addressed questions about his playing future, stating he will announce his decision when the time comes after discussions with his family, friends, and the Chiefs, and before the next league year begins in March.
The Chiefs' season was impacted by injuries, with quarterbacks Patrick Mahomes and Gardner Minshew sidelined with knee issues. Chris Oladokun started at quarterback for Kansas City in their absence. The loss to the Broncos means the Chiefs will miss the 2025 playoffs for the first time since 2014.
Kelce currently ranks second in NFL history for receiving yards by a tight end, with 12,990 career receiving yards, just 10 yards shy of the 13,000 mark. The Chiefs have one remaining game for the 2025 season, a road contest against the Las Vegas Raiders. Kelce's participation in that game remains unclear; if he does not play, his 2025 season stats would stand at 73 receptions, 839 yards, and five touchdowns over 16 games.
Notably, Taylor Swift attended the Chiefs-Broncos game at Arrowhead Stadium.
