Kansas City Chiefs Tight End Looks Ahead to the 2025-2026 Season
Travis Kelce is putting the Kansas City Chiefs’ tough Super Bowl loss behind him as he prepares for the 2025-2026 NFL season. The 35-year-old tight end told reporters on Wednesday, August 6, that he’s not letting past disappointments affect his drive for the new season, as he enters his 13th year in the league.
“Thrown That Thing in the Trash”
Reflecting on the Chiefs’ Super Bowl LVII loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in February, Kelce made it clear that he’s already moved on. “I’ve thrown that thing in the trash,” he told ESPN. “I’ve moved on. It happened sooner than you can imagine. I was pretty focused on this year in the offseason.”
Kelce explained that, in sports, you have to accept both the highs and lows. “You’ve got to go through the dog days and enjoy it for what it is, man,” he said. “We’re rocking and rolling, man. It’s training camp, so you’re going to feel the soreness and the heavy workload you’re getting every day. You’ve got to enjoy it for what it is and fight through that.”
Chasing Another Super Bowl
While last year’s Super Bowl loss may have stung, Kelce is no stranger to victory. He’s won three Super Bowls with the Chiefs: LIV in 2020, LVII in 2023, and LVIII in 2024. With that success behind him, Kelce remains determined to add more championships to his resume.
“Football has always been the biggest driving force I’ve ever had,” Kelce said. “I love coming out here and focusing on this and getting better for another run at hopefully a Super Bowl.”
Coach Andy Reid Praises Kelce’s Condition
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has been impressed with Kelce’s preparation for the new season. “He’s svelte right now. He looks like he’s 20,” Reid, 67, said two weeks ago. “He’s doing a good job and he’s in great shape.
I’m not sure he didn’t come in first on the whole conditioning thing. He was right up front. You can see he’s been working out. He’s worked hard to get to this spot.”
Off-the-Field Buzz: Kelce’s Role in Happy Gilmore 2
Kelce’s focus on fitness may also be due to his upcoming role in Happy Gilmore 2. In late July, Netflix released a behind-the-scenes clip of Kelce on set, shirtless, where he was humorously tied up and covered in honey by Bad Bunny, before a person in a bear suit appeared.
The clip has added to the buzz around Kelce’s off-field activities, further showcasing his versatility and fun side.
Kelce’s Relationship with Taylor Swift
Off the field, Kelce has been making headlines for his relationship with pop superstar Taylor Swift. The couple, who first sparked dating rumors in September 2023, confirmed their relationship the following month. They spent time together during Kelce’s off-season, coinciding with the conclusion of Swift’s Eras Tour.
A source told PEOPLE last month that the couple has discussed their future together. “They’re in a really solid place and more in sync than ever.
They’re both all in,” the source said. Kelce also made a public gesture by posting a 13-photo Instagram dump, which included pictures with Swift, marking her debut on his account.
Taking Their Relationship to the Next Level
The source explained that Kelce’s decision to post about Swift was intentional, reflecting how serious their relationship has become. “Travis posting Taylor on his Instagram for the first time wasn’t random, it was intentional.
They’ve been private in their own way, but this was his way of showing how serious things have become.”
