Travis Kelce has long been considered one of the best tight ends in NFL history, but his performance in Super Bowl LIX left many questioning whether it’s time for him to step away from the game.
The Kansas City Chiefs suffered a 40-22 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, and Kelce‘s struggles on the field played a major role in the defeat.
While the Chiefs‘ offensive line crumbled under pressure, allowing Patrick Mahomes to be sacked six times, Kelce‘s own lackluster execution drew significant attention.
His mistakes in key moments contributed to the Chiefs‘ inability to find a rhythm, leading to widespread criticism from fans.
A viral clip from the game has fueled frustration among fans, highlighting Kelce‘s missteps on crucial plays.
One particular moment that stood out involved a blocking assignment where Kelce was supposed to briefly slow down Eagles linebacker Josh Sweat before Creed Humphrey could take over the block.
Instead, Kelce failed to engage, leaving Sweat untouched as he closed in on Mahomes for a devastating sack.
Another key play saw Kelce assigned as a slip blocker, a role requiring him to clear space for a running play.
However, rather than executing the assignment properly, he collided with his own running back, allowing Sweat to break free and pressure Mahomes yet again. For a veteran of his caliber, these mistakes were unexpected-and costly.
Fans Call for Kelce to Retire
After the game, Chiefs fans flooded social media, calling for Kelce to step away before his legacy takes a hit.
One fan wrote: “He had 820 yards this year, was still an elite TE, but with another year… He would be awful if he came back next year, would no longer be a threat.”
Another took a more direct approach, stating: “I think it’s time to retire, my dude. Them vaccines did not help, did they?”
Some even speculated about conspiracy theories, with one questioning: “How much did he get paid to throw the game?”
Meanwhile, others used the opportunity to mock Kelce‘s future, with one fan joking: “Somebody said it’s time for Kelce to go play foosball.”
Others compared him to past legends, with one stating: “Just goes to show how much better Brady and Gronk were.”
Despite the backlash, Kelce has yet to make a decision on his future. However, with growing calls for him to retire, the question remains-will he return for another season, or will he step away while his legacy remains intact?
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