Shocking News! NFL Star Jason Kelce Drops Bombshell Announcement

Adam Schefter of ESPN and Mike Garafolo from NFL Network reported on Tuesday morning that Jason Kelce, the Philadelphia Eagles’ veteran center, is contemplating retirement. This news comes in the wake of the Eagles’ 32-9 playoff defeat against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Following the loss, Kelce, visibly emotional, opted not to speak with reporters. CNN Sport has reached out to both the Eagles and Kelce’s agent for further comments on the matter.

Kelce, a likely future Pro Football Hall of Famer, boasts an impressive career resume with seven Pro Bowl selections and six All-Pro honors. Throughout his 13-season NFL journey, he remained devoted to the Eagles and secured a Super Bowl victory in February 2018 during Super Bowl LII.

Last season, Kelce faced the Chiefs, led by his younger brother Travis Kelce, in Super Bowl LVII, marking the first time two brothers played against each other in a Super Bowl. Despite a strong career, the Eagles fell short in that game.

After the recent playoff loss to the Buccaneers, Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts acknowledged Kelce’s significant impact, not just on the team but on the entire city of Philadelphia. Hurts referred to Kelce as a legend in the city and the league, emphasizing the challenges Kelce had overcome throughout his remarkable journey. Hurts expressed deep admiration for Kelce’s resilience and the invaluable lessons learned from him.

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni also paid tribute to Kelce, acknowledging his special qualities and the profound influence he has had on the team. While the specifics of Kelce’s future plans remain uncertain, the sentiments shared by Hurts and Sirianni underscore the profound respect and appreciation for Kelce’s contributions to the Eagles and the sport as a whole.