{"id":227422,"date":"2026-03-09T21:07:53","date_gmt":"2026-03-09T21:07:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/09\/travis-kelce-will-return-for-14th-nfl-season-but-might-not-play-for-chiefs-insiders-claim\/"},"modified":"2026-03-09T21:07:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T21:07:53","slug":"travis-kelce-will-return-for-14th-nfl-season-but-might-not-play-for-chiefs-insiders-claim","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/09\/travis-kelce-will-return-for-14th-nfl-season-but-might-not-play-for-chiefs-insiders-claim\/","title":{"rendered":"Travis Kelce Will Return For 14th NFL Season But Might NOT Play For Chiefs, Insiders Claim"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Insiders all seem to agree that Travis Kelce will be returning to the NFL for a 14th season in September.<\/p>\n<p>But they can\u2019t agree on which team the future Hall of Famer will be playing for.<\/p>\n<p>Yes, the idea of Kelce suiting up for anyone other than the Kansas City Chiefs might be unthinkable \u2014 but it sounds like it\u2019s a distinct possibility.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><\/noscript><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2198608678-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs walks off the field at half time against the Philadelphia Eagles during Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome on February 09, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. \" class=\"wp-image-550185 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2198608678-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2198608678-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2198608678-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2198608678-3-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2198608678-3-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2198608678-3-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2198608678-3-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2198608678-3-scaled.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs walks off the field at half time against the Philadelphia Eagles during Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome on February 09, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. <span class=\"image-caption-credit\"> (Photo by Jamie Squire\/Getty Images)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehollywoodgossip.com\/2024\/09\/travis-kelce-retiring-from-football\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rumors of Kelce\u2019s retirement<\/a> have been circulating nonstop ever since the Chiefs failed to make the playoffs at the conclusion of the 2025 NFL season.<\/p>\n<p>Now, sources close to the situation say that Kelce has made up his mind to return for one more season.<\/p>\n<p>So that part is (mostly) settled, but <a href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/articles\/conflicting-reports-emerge-travis-kelce-195730645.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yahoo! News<\/a> is reporting that Kelce might be wearing a different team\u2019s colors for the 2026 season.<\/p>\n<p>The site says there are \u201creports that Kelce will be looking at other teams\u201d and notes that despite his advanced (by football standards) age, the tight end, who will turn 37 next season, would fetch top dollar on the open market.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Travis Kelce attends the Los Angeles Premiere Of Netflix's &quot;Quarterback&quot; at TUDUM Theater on July 11, 2023 in Hollywood, California. \" class=\"wp-image-550187\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-640x960.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Travis Kelce attends the Los Angeles Premiere Of Netflix's &quot;Quarterback&quot; at TUDUM Theater on July 11, 2023 in Hollywood, California. \" class=\"wp-image-550187 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-640x960.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-1535307316-2-scaled.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Travis Kelce attends the Los Angeles Premiere Of Netflix\u2019s \u201cQuarterback\u201d at TUDUM Theater on July 11, 2023 in Hollywood, California. <span class=\"image-caption-credit\"> (Photo by JC Olivera\/Getty Images)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>But NFL journalist Ian Rappoport tells a different story, stating with almost absolute certainty that Travis will be returning to Kansas City.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBack for more: #Chiefs future Hall of Fame TE Travis Kelce is expected to return to Kansas City for a 14th season, a message that\u2019s been delivered to teams who will want him,\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/RapSheet\/status\/2031029151092646295?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2031029151092646295%7Ctwgr%5Ed110edcafc1be69e18ce5591fad0e99b126f7c68%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Ftouchdownwire.usatoday.com%2Fstory%2Fsports%2Fnfl%2Ftouchdown%2F2026%2F03%2F09%2Fconflicting-reports-emerge-about-travis-kelces-future%2F89066142007%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rapoport tweeted <\/a>today.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAt 36, Kelce\u2019s play was at its usual level, landing him in the Pro Bowl. He\u2019s loyal to KC &amp; will stay.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTravis Kelce would have commanded top dollar in the TE market. But he\u2019d rather stay with the #Chiefs, catch passes from Patrick Mahomes, and have a shot at another Super Bowl.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Taylor Swift celebrates with Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs after defeating the Buffalo Bills 32-29 in the AFC Championship Game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 26, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri.  \" class=\"wp-image-550186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Taylor Swift celebrates with Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs after defeating the Buffalo Bills 32-29 in the AFC Championship Game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 26, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri.  \" class=\"wp-image-550186 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2026\/03\/GettyImages-2196122902-6-scaled.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Taylor Swift celebrates with Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs after defeating the Buffalo Bills 32-29 in the AFC Championship Game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 26, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri.  <span class=\"image-caption-credit\"> (Photo by Jamie Squire\/Getty Images)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Many analysts believe that the Chiefs would be wise to move on rather than pay top dollar for a player whose best years are well behind him.<\/p>\n<p>When the Chiefs traded star cornerback Trent McDuffie for three 2026 draft picks, many took it as an indication that the team is fully focused on their future, rather than trying to preserve the successes of their recent past.<\/p>\n<p>But Travis \u2014 who\u2019s set to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehollywoodgossip.com\/2025\/08\/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-engagement-celebrated-by-maga-influencers-whats-going-on-here\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">marry Taylor Swift <\/a>this offseason \u2014 is a local legend and a fan favorite.<\/p>\n<p>It seems almost certain that he\u2019ll be catching passes from bestie Patrick Mahomes next season. <\/p>\n<p>We will have further updates on this developing story as new information becomes available.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehollywoodgossip.com\/2026\/03\/travis-kelce-will-return-for-14th-nfl-season-but-might-not-play-for-chiefs-insiders-claim\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reading Time: 3 minutes Insiders all seem to agree that Travis Kelce will be returning to the NFL for a 14th season in September. But they can\u2019t agree on which team the future Hall of Famer will be playing for. Yes, the idea of Kelce suiting up for anyone other than the Kansas City Chiefs [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":227423,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-227422","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-hollywood"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/227422","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=227422"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/227422\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/227423"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=227422"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=227422"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=227422"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}