Chiefs' Travis Kelce Confirms Return for 2025 NFL Season Amid Retirement Speculation

Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end and three-time Super Bowl champion, has confirmed he will play the 2025 NFL season, which is the final year of his current contract. While Kelce remains focused on giving his all for the upcoming season, he has expressed uncertainty about his future beyond that point, stating he will decide in the spring of 2026 whether to retire or continue playing. The bitter loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX has fueled his motivation to return to peak form and chase further success, including aiming to break the Chiefs’ franchise touchdown record held by Priest Holmes. Despite the physical challenges of playing into his mid-30s, Kelce is committed to rigorous preparation and recovery routines to perform at a high level. He acknowledges having a mental timeline for retirement but is not ready to step away just yet, and he has also indicated interests beyond football, including acting. Kelce’s relationship with teammate Patrick Mahomes and the strong team around him remain key factors in his decision to continue playing.