The pain and frustration remain for Kansas City Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce, whose critical dropped pass against the Philadelphia Eagles may have cost his team both a touchdown and a chance to rewrite the game’s narrative. Instead of securing a pivotal victory and avenging last season’s Super Bowl loss to the Eagles, the Chiefs left the field empty-handed, with Kelce still grappling with the play’s aftermath.
Kelce opens up about his regret
On the latest episode of the New Heights podcast, which he co-hosts with his brother, Jason Kelce, the veteran tight end admitted that the miscue continues to weigh heavily on him.
Gotta catch the ball… I got to be there for my guys, man, knowing that they put a lot on my plate. I need to f**king answer that bell, man. And 0-2 to start is not how you envision the year starting.
Kelce said.
The ball needed to be when it needed to be there. I just got to get my head around out of the break. It’s one of those plays where it happens bang-bang.
Kelce explained that while dwelling on mistakes can lead to unnecessary anxiety, he is determined to ensure this kind of error does not happen again.
I just got to be able to get my head around right now so that I don’t put myself in a position to let the ball surprise me like that,” he added. “It’s frustrating, man. It’s something that should have never happened. And then, yeah, it cost us. It cost us big time, and that s**t hurts.
Mahomes takes blame for late interception
The game also featured a crucial interception that sealed Kansas City’s fate. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes quickly took full responsibility for the play.
I just threw it a tad too early,” Mahomes admitted. “I was trying to put it on his body low before that hole player got there.
The Chiefs, now facing a disappointing 0-2 start, will have an opportunity to secure their first win of the season when they host the New York Giants on Sunday. The matchup is considered highly winnable and could serve as a turning point, helping restore the team’s confidence.
Addressing another mistake and injuries
Kelce also addressed another frustrating moment involving rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy. Early in the game, a misstep in route running led to a collision that forced Worthy out of action.
I’ll take the most accountability myself,” Kelce said. “I wasn’t ready for that first drive. I ran into one of my guys and offed him out of the game. I just got to be better, man. I’m 13 years in the league. There’s no excuse for me running into my own guys like that.
According to reports, Worthy may have a chance to return by Week 3, though his status remains uncertain. For now, the Chiefs are focused on cleaning up mistakes and finding their rhythm before the season slips further away.
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