Andy Reid and Travis Kelce have been linked at the hip throughout their careers in Kansas City. Kelce was a third-round pick of the Chiefs in Reid’s first draft at the helm; since then the two have achieved greatness alongside Patrick Mahomes. Their partnership may also be nearing its end.

With the Chiefs out of playoff contention and Mahomes looking at a lengthy recovery for his torn ACL many are questioning how much longer Kelce’s career will go on. The star tight end has suffered a steady decrease in production over the last few seasons and the days of him dominating games to earn the Chiefs wins seem far behind him. When taken into account alongside his successful off-field ventures, such as the New Heights podcast, it’s hard not to wonder whether retirement is imminent; with his contract expiring after this season Kelce will be faced with a decision one way or another.

Kansas City’s next bout comes on Christmas against the Broncos at Arrowhead Stadium. Speaking to media ahead of the game Reid was asked about the possibility that this would be Kelce’s final home game in front of Chiefs fans. The longtime coach was careful to note he hasn’t spoken with Kelce but lauded the tight end for everything he brings to the organization.

“I don’t know if it is. I haven’t talked to him,” Reid said. “But I think his numbers, and personality, the person, I think speaks for themselves. Phenomenal person. Great for the community, has been great for the community. He’s everything you want from a player representing an organization.”

Regardless of how it ends Kelce’s career ranks among the greatest in Chiefs history and he will be remembered as a franchise legend. He helped deliver Kansas City some of its greatest sports moments ever and earned recognition for his work in the community off the field.

It’ll be a sad day when Kelce retires for the folks of Kansas City, for all the reasons Reid listed and more. As the NFL world waits for his decision fans can sit back and appreciate the last two games of the 2025 season if it is, indeed, the end of the road for the star tight end.

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This article was originally published on www.si.com as Andy Reid Addresses Possibility of Travis Kelce Playing Final Chiefs Home Game This Week.

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