Travis Kelce Drops Bombshell: The Only Scenario He’d Consider Leaving the Chiefs

In a surprising revelation, Kansas City Chiefs’ star tight end Travis Kelce hinted at the one scenario that could tempt him to leave his beloved team: the addition of an NFL franchise in London. The potential of playing overseas was discussed during an episode of his “New Heights” podcast with his brother, retired NFL player Jason Kelce.

“I’m waiting for that team to play for another team other than the Chiefs,” Travis said, adding, “That’s the only situation is if I get to play abroad.” However, Kelce quickly reassured fans in a follow-up post on X, stating, “Let’s be honest, I’d never leave the Chiefs… but playing in London sounds fun.”

The NFL’s interest in expanding internationally is not new. The league has been hosting games in London since the New York Giants faced the Miami Dolphins in 2007. This international outreach has been well-received, sparking speculation about the possibility of establishing a permanent NFL team outside the United States.

The Kelce brothers recently visited London, during which they attended Taylor Swift’s ‘The Eras Tour’ and even had the opportunity to meet members of the Royal family. Their trip abroad seemed to reinforce Travis’s excitement about the idea of international play.

Travis speculated that a new NFL team could be added from outside the United States within the next decade. “Less than ten years,” he predicted, though he clarified that he wasn’t certain it would be London specifically.

For Kelce, who turns 35 in October and is entering his 11th NFL season, time is of the essence if he hopes to be part of a London-based team. Despite his age, the nine-time Pro Bowler is showing no signs of slowing down. Last season, he recorded 93 catches for 984 yards and five touchdowns. In the playoffs, he added 32 receptions for 355 yards and three scores, contributing significantly to the Chiefs’ back-to-back Super Bowl victories. Kansas City is poised to contend again next season, aiming to become the first team in the Super Bowl era to win three consecutive championships. The last team to achieve three straight titles was the Green Bay Packers from 1965-67, before the NFL-AFL merger.

Travis Kelce’s potential interest in an international NFL team adds an intriguing dimension to discussions about the league’s future. While he remains a cornerstone of the Chiefs’ dynasty, his openness to playing abroad underscores the growing global appeal of American football. For now, Chiefs fans can rest assured that their star tight end is committed to continuing his legacy in Kansas City, while keeping an eye on the exciting possibilities that the future might hold.