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Travis Kelce Faces Chiefs Offseason Crossroads
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- Travis Kelce has not decided if he will return to the Kansas City Chiefs for another NFL season.
- The Chiefs plan to meet with Kelce after the Super Bowl to discuss his future and hope he returns for 2026.
- Kansas City is projected to be over the salary cap by more than $50 million, but the team is known for creative roster management.
Travis Kelce is considering his options for the next NFL season as the Kansas City Chiefs await his decision. The team aims to meet with Kelce after the Super Bowl to finalize plans for his potential return.
He previously stated he would inform the Chiefs of his decision by the start of the new league year on March 12. Kelce just completed his two-year, $34.25 million extension and would require a new contract if he stays.
“I can’t wait to see him back in the building, man,” Kelce said to his older brother, Jason.
His comment referred to the reunion with Eric Bieniemy, who returns as Kansas City’s offensive coordinator. Kelce praised Bieniemy, saying, “He’s one of my favorite coaches of all time, one of my favorite people of all time. I’ve had so many unbelievable moments under him as a player, as a person, and I just love the guy.”
The Chiefs are dealing with a salary cap challenge but remain interested in bringing Kelce back. Kansas City missed the 2025 playoffs after finishing 6-11, with their quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffering an ACL tear late in the season.
All eyes are on Kelce’s upcoming decision, which will impact the team’s direction next year.
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