Despite his age and durability concerns, Travis Kelce remains a key cog in the Kansas City Chiefs' offense, as evidenced by his impressive performance in last season's playoffs.
As the Kansas City Chiefs prepare to kick off their 2023 campaign against the Baltimore Ravens, star tight end Travis Kelce is entering his 12th NFL season. While he acknowledges his advancing age, Kelce insists he still feels spry on the field.
"I mean, reading 12 seasons, I feel old as f---. But today in practice, I felt like I was flying," Kelce said on a recent episode of "New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce."
Travis Kelce Reflects on 12th NFL Season: "I Feel Old as F---
Kelce has played an astonishing 159 regular season games and 22 playoff games throughout his illustrious career, missing just four games outside of his rookie season. Last season, he missed the season opener due to a bone bruise but returned to play in all but one game.
Despite his impressive durability, Kelce's rookie season was marred by a knee injury that required microfracture surgery and kept him sidelined for the entire year. However, he has since proven his resilience by playing in all but four games over the past decade.
Travis Kelce Reflects on 12th NFL Season: "I Feel Old as F---
Kelce's older brother, Jason, believes that Travis's facial hair adds to his perceived age. "Your mustache makes you look older too. There's something about a mustache that makes you look seasoned. In a good way though, it makes you look powerful."
Travis hopes that his "powerful" look will translate to the football field as he aims to lead the Chiefs back to the Super Bowl for a third consecutive championship. While he may feel old in years, Kelce's on-field performance suggests that he still has plenty of football left in him.
Travis Kelce Reflects on 12th NFL Season: "I Feel Old as F---
In last season's playoffs, Kelce hauled in 32 receptions for 355 yards and three touchdowns over four games, proving that he is still a formidable weapon in the Chiefs' offense. As the team embarks on their new campaign, Travis Kelce remains a crucial part of their Super Bowl aspirations.
