‘That fuels you’, Travis Kelce makes clear statement over Kansas City Chiefs’ plans ahead of NFL playoffs
There has been lots of talk the 35-year-old could also retire at the end of the season
TRAVIS KELCE has made a clear statement over the Kansas City Chiefs’ plans ahead of the NFL playoffs.
The 35-year-old will lead his team out on Saturday in the Divisional Round against the Houston Texans.
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Travis Kelce is looking to win his third Super Bowl with the Kansas City ChiefsCredit: Getty
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Kelce has sent a clear message to how he feels about the Chiefs and playoff footballCredit: Getty
The back-to-back Super Bowl winners are looking to make it a historic threepeat of rings in a row.
And they start their quest against their NFL rivals on Saturday at Arrowhead Stadium at 4.30pm ET.
Kelce has had mixed fortunes this season, starting slow before coming into his own as the campaign progressed.
But he has always been a strong leader in the Chiefs locker room, for both the young and veteran players.
During a pre-game speech, he has put out a strong message of what has kept him going throughout his career.
And Kelce has made it clear the AFC West are focused on one thing, a third Super Bowl in a row.
“Playoff football is the most meaningful football that you’ll ever play in your life,” he said.
“I cherish every single play man. I really do.
“When you’re in it, you’re always trying to strive for greatness.
“Being greater than what you are.
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“You know obviously there’s a historic run and something that we can achieve that no other team has ever achieved.
“You know that fuels you.”
There has been talk of Kelce retiring at the end of the season.
At 35, he has achieved more than most, including what could be a fourth Super Bowl ring.
Chiefs remaining schedule
Sunday, December 8 – vs Los Angeles Chargers, 8.20 pm ET
Sunday, December 15 – at Cleveland Browns, 1 pm ET
Saturday, December 21 – vs Houston Texans, 1 pm ET
Wednesday, December 25 – at Pittsburgh Steelers, 6 pm ET
TBC – at Denver Broncos
The tight end is a dead cert to be inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in future.
His life outside of the sport has also become hectic.
The veteran is dating pop sensation Taylor Swift.
The pair are rumored to be talking about marriage and family in the near future.
And he has a number of business ventures, including deals with high-profile brands.
His popular New Heights podcast alongside brother Jason also takes up a lot of his time.
The Chiefs will take on the Buffalo Bills or Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship game if they beat the Texans.
