Dan Orlovsky feels Travis Kelce, despite poor form, still has “one great run left” in his NFL career
Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs TE, registered a season-low of 97 receptions, 823 receiving yards and three touchdowns.
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The Chiefs aim to secure their third consecutive Super Bowl victory, a feat never achieved in NFL history. A crucial factor in their pursuit is the performance of tight end Travis Kelce, whose production has dipped this season.
Kelce has recorded 97 receptions but posted career-low stats with 823 receiving yards and three touchdowns. The TE, the boyfriend of the famed international singer Taylor Swift, is speculated to retire after the end of this season and settle down.
During Thursday’s episode of ESPN’s “First Take,” analyst Dan Orlovsky suggested it could be a real possibility under certain conditions.
Kelce’s more than capable of being the difference maker. I think he’s got one great run left. I think if he goes and has that vintage Kelce performance…and they go on to three-peat, I think retirement becomes a very real thing for Travis Kelce.
Travis Kelce said
.@danorlovsky7 says Travis Kelce has "one great run left" in his NFL career 👀
— First Take (@FirstTake) January 16, 2025
"If he goes and has that vintage Kelce performance … and [the Chiefs] go on to three-peat, I think retirement becomes a very real thing." 👏 pic.twitter.com/SVEWmohH4r
If Orlovsky’s prediction proves accurate, Kelce would retire as a sure-fire Hall of Famer, having already amassed 1,004 receptions, 12,151 yards, and 79 total touchdowns. He’s also earned four First-Team All-Pro honors, appeared in 10 Pro Bowls, and played a pivotal role in three championship-winning teams.
Travis Kelce denies retirement rumors on The Stephen A. Smith Show
Speaking with Stephen A. Smith, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce dismissed the doubts, calling them unfounded. The earlier reports speculated that Taylor Swift wants him to retire and settle.
Kelce emphasized that Taylor is fully supportive of him and loves watching the Chiefs play at Arrowhead Stadium. He added that he has her complete support as he continues to chase his dreams.
She’s fully encouraging me to enjoy playing this game. She loves coming to Arrowhead [Stadium] and coming to the games and cheering for me, so I got all the support in the world to keep chasing these dreams.
Travis Kelce added
📹| Travis on if Taylor is encouring him to retire or keep playing:
— Taylor Swift Updates 🩶 (@swifferupdates) January 15, 2025
"She's fully encouraging me to enjoy playing this game. She loves coming to Arrowhead and coming to the games and cheering for me so I got all the support in the world to keep chasing these dreams." pic.twitter.com/k7vkBwszH7
Travis Kelce expressed his continued passion for his work with the Chiefs. He also noted that he recognizes that his personal on-field success hasn’t reached previous levels this season. Kelce mentioned that, as always, he plans to reevaluate his career once the season concludes.
Reflecting on his love for the game, he emphasized the importance of maintaining perspective, stating that he never wants to become a detriment to the team. As long as he can contribute positively and enjoy the camaraderie with his teammates, he affirmed that fans can expect to see him in a Chiefs uniform.
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