A Rising NCAA Star Rated as a Near 5-Star Tight End Is Being Compared to Travis Kelce and Drawing Heavy NFL Attention – But He’s Made His Wish Clear: “If I Get Drafted, I Only Want to Go to the Eagles”

Kansas City, Missouri – November 22, 2025 Just hours before the massive showdown with the Colts, the Kansas City Chiefs locker room became the center of the NFL universe when Travis Kelce unexpectedly refused to discuss his contract future. At age 36 and entering the twilight of his career, Kelce remained silent about returning next season, yet he reaffirmed one unchanging truth: his heart will always belong to the Chiefs. That ambiguity instantly sparked fear among fans that the final chapter may be closer than anyone wants to admit. Kelce explained that he will only make a decision about his future after the season ends and before free agency opens in March. He said he does not want to impact the team’s draft preparation or roster-building process. Even so, he continues to perform at an elite level, leading the team in targets, receptions, yards, and touchdowns, proving he remains one of the most effective tight ends in the NFL. As questions about his future kept coming, Kelce left behind an emotional statement: “I know everyone wants answers, but right now I just want to fight for my teammates. I may not be ready to talk about tomorrow, but one thing I’m absolutely sure of – I will forever be a part of Chiefs Nation. And right now, I just want to give everything I have to the game in front of us.” A declaration powerful enough to make the entire Chiefs Kingdom tremble. But the moment that truly set the internet on fire came from Patrick Mahomes. When asked about Kelce’s future, Mahomes answered in a tone that made many people freeze and rethink everything. He expressed absolute respect for Kelce but let slip a feeling that this might indeed be the final season for the duo that has formed one of the greatest QB–TE pairings in history. Those words immediately ignited endless speculation that Kelce could be approaching the end. With the Chiefs sitting outside the playoff picture at 5–5, the game against the Colts is more pivotal than ever. Kelce believes the team can still surge forward through unity, discipline, and execution – the same way he regained his trademark explosiveness after returning to high-intensity training in Florida. And now, with both Kelce’s future and playoff hopes hanging in the balance, Kansas City enters a defining week carrying the biggest question of all: is this the final chapter of a legend, or simply the setup for one more proud comeback?