Jason Kelce apologizes on-air for Eagles bias during ESPN coverage

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Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Jason Kelce apologizes on-air for Eagles bias during ESPN coverage
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During ESPN's coverage of the Eagles vs. Bears game on September 28, former Eagles center Jason Kelce apologized for expressing bias towards his former team. Kelce, now an analyst, referred to the Eagles using 'we' instead of 'they' while describing the game. His on-air slip drew a lighthearted comment from co-host Pat McAfee, prompting Kelce's apology. Having played for Philadelphia for 13 years, Kelce's connection to the team remains strong, despite transitioning to his broadcasting role after retiring in 2024. He is scheduled to provide analysis for Philadelphia's Week 5 game against the Jaguars on October 11.

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  • •Jason Kelce covered the Eagles vs. Bears game on September 28.
  • •He apologized for saying 'we' instead of 'they' during commentary.
  • •Kelce retired after the 2023 season and joined ESPN in 2024.
  • •He is set to analyze the Eagles' game against the Jaguars on October 11.
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  • 3:34 AMYahoo Sports — “Sorry”: Jason Kelce Apologizes Live On-Air for Silly Broadcasting Error During ESPN’s Eagles-Bears Game Coverage
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It’s hard to distinguish oneself from the team you have played for more than a decade. And former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce just proved it once more.

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