Travis Kelce's retirement speculation intensifies after friend's comments
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 1:24 AM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Travis Kelce's future in the NFL is under scrutiny after a friend's social media post suggested it might be his final season. Despite rumors following his marriage to Taylor Swift and a disappointing previous season for the Chiefs, Kelce, 36, has yet to announce any retirement plans. The Chiefs are set to report to training camp shortly, with Kelce expected to join. The speculation has drawn mixed reactions from fans, many feeling that the announcement should come from Kelce himself and not through others.
- •Cris Carter's post raises questions about Kelce's retirement plans.
- •Kelce married Taylor Swift in a high-profile ceremony on July 3.
- •Many expected Kelce to retire after last season's disappointments.
- •Chiefs rookies will report to training camp this week.
- •Kelce signed a one-year contract extension worth around $12 million.
- 1:24 AMYahoo Sports — Taylor Swift's husband leaves fans saying the same thing over leaked retirement plans
"Fans rushed to defend Travis Kelce after a close friend appeared to reveal his retirement plans before the NFL star had spoken publicly. See details.
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