Chiefs head coach gives update on talks with Kelce

Kansas City Chiefs boss Andy Reid usually doesn’t talk when he is asked about TE Travis Kelce. However, today the manager gave an update about the star tight end ahead of next week’s league combine.

Andy’s demeanor and positive tone when describing discussions with Travis seemed to indicate that the experienced tight end could return for at least another campaign with the team before retiring.

“We talk about that at the moment,” the Chiefs’ head coach revealed about the future of Travis. “That’s the most important thing. I told you before, when there is communication, everything is fine. That means both sides want to move forward. I believe that’s where Kelce is.”

A month and a half ago, when the Kansas City campaign ended, Travis shared that he is uncertain if he will continue to play football. However, Kelce added that he will decide if he will return for at least one more campaign by the beginning of March, before NFL free agency starts.

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