Jason Kelce, the Philadelphia Eagles‘ legendary center, has become the subject of a rather unconventional tribute from a dedicated fan-a full-body, nude cartoon tattoo of the football star.
The artwork, shared by tattoo artist Joe the Wizard on TikTok, depicts Kelce in a playful pin-up pose with an Eagles logo covering his private area, poking fun at Kelce‘s larger-than-life persona.
Kelce’s humorous response to the tattoo
Upon discovering the tattoo, Kelce took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to express his amusement and surprise.
Initially, he admitted, “I’m not sure if I should be offended or flattered.” But with characteristic good humor, he added, “I think it’s more flattered. It’s a generous bird, good-sized head.”
Kelce‘s wife, Kylie, didn’t let the moment slide, dropping a hilarious comment under the TikTok video with a shocked emoji and the words, “Excuse me???”
While many athletes receive tribute tattoos, few can claim to have inspired such a risqué and humorous one. The bold ink job is a testament to the strong emotional bond between Kelce and the Eagles fanbase.
Kelce, a six-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl LII champion, is beloved not just for his performance on the field but also for his down-to-earth nature, locker room leadership, and now-retired playing career that spanned 13 seasons.
Fans have long found creative ways to honor Kelce, from dressing up like him during tailgates to reciting his impassioned Super Bowl parade speech. In 2018, one supporter inked Kelce’s parade quote “F*** ’em” on their leg beneath a portrait of the player in his iconic Mummers costume.
His impact stretches far beyond Philadelphia. As co-host of the chart-topping podcast “New Heights” with his brother, Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce, Jason has built a fan base that includes casual NFL viewers and podcast listeners alike.
Recently, he’s even taken on television with ESPN’s “They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce,” which has further cemented his presence in pop culture.
Though the tattoo might be outrageous, it’s ultimately another reminder of Kelce‘s influence. His reaction-equal parts shocked and flattered-shows why fans feel so connected to him.
In an age of polished media personas, Kelce remains refreshingly real, even when faced with, well… himself-naked, cartooned, and permanently inked on someone’s leg.
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