The Chiefs general manager Brett Veach shared the news of Kelce’s illness during an upcoming episode of the NFL podcast, “The Insiders.” Noting that he wasn’t “making excuses” for the Chiefs’ loss, Veach told host Tom Pelissero Tuesday that the tight end was “battling a pretty big illness” before the Chiefs lost to the Eagles 40-22 on Feb.

Chiefs star Travis Kelce told Pat McAfee that he'll be returning for another NFL season in 2025, and already has a big goal in mind.

Days after the Super Bowl LIX loss to the Eagles, Kelce had said he would take some time to ponder whether to retire or play the last season on his contract. Chiefs general manager Brett Veach said at the NFL Combine that he expects Kelce to be back for the 2025 season.

Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach spoke on free agency at the NFL combine, and he made it clear Trey Smith is a top priority.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce was ill during Super Bowl 59, according to team general manager Brett Veach.

Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach says tight end Travis Kelce “was fired up” to keep playing after the season ended.

After bringing home the trophy in both 2023 and 2024, the Kansas City Chiefs lost handily to the Philadelphia Eagles during the 2025 Super Bowl. A recent interview revealed that one factor might have been tight end Travis Kelce's health.

Travis Kelce is eager to return for the 2025 season, according to Kansas City Chiefs General Manager Brett Veach. Veach dispelled retirement rumors, s