The Kansas City Chiefs have made their intentions clear: they want future Hall of Famer Travis Kelce to make a decision soon. With a month left until the NFL’s free agency period kicks off, the Chiefs are eager to have everything sorted out, as the three-time Super Bowl champion Kelce is their most significant concern.
Kelce, who expressed a desire to take his time, has drawn the Chiefs’ attention to his decision timeline. According to The Athletic, the team is hoping to hear from Kelce by around March 14th, which coincides with the start of the new league year and is a critical date for many teams.
Since entering the NFL in 2013, Kelce has established himself as one of the best tight ends in history. With three Super Bowl victories (LIV, LVII, and LVIII), seven All-Pro selections, and ten Pro Bowl nods, he has a strong case for being the greatest tight end ever, despite competition from peers like Rob Gronkowski. His fame has also increased due to his relationship with pop icon Taylor Swift, making him one of the most recognizable figures in sports today.
While it seems that Kelce might not have much to prove at this stage of his career, he has various opportunities ahead. Still, this is merely an outside perspective. The coming days will reveal what lies ahead for Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs. Will one of the all-time greats decide to retire, or will he extend his storied career? Only time will tell.