Some fans believe Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce dropped a hint about his NFL future during his new podcast episode.
On the “New Heights” podcast, Kelce reacted to the Chiefs bringing back Eric Bieniemy as their offensive coordinator. Bieniemy had previously worked with Kelce and the Chiefs, and the tight end was enthusiastic about the coach’s return.
“I can’t wait to see him back in the building, man,” Kelce said, via Pete Grathoff of the Kansas City Star. “He’s one of my favorite coaches of all-time, one of my favorite people of all time. I’ve had so many unbelievable, growing moments under him as a player, as a person, and I just love the guy, and it’s gonna be awesome to see him back in the building and see him back wearing the Chiefs logo, baby.”
For Kelce to see Bieniemy around the building, he would also have to be in the building. That led some to take that as a hint that Kelce will spurn retirement for one more year and play another season.
Kelce has hinted at retirement before, and his last home game this season certainly felt like a farewell. At least some of his teammates are lobbying him to come back, though. Maybe hiring Bieniemy will actually help with that.
This was not exactly the season Kelce would have wanted to go out on. He caught 76 passes for 851 yards and five touchdowns, but the Chiefs missed the playoffs and he did not personally go out on a high note. There is no guarantee that coming back next year will ensure a better farewell, but it has not been ruled out.
