Overview
- Veach told The Pat McAfee Show that Kelce informed him and coach Andy Reid the day after the last game that he was not ending his career on a 6–11 season.
- The general manager said Kelce planned to take a few weeks off after that meeting, yet the team already understood he would come back.
- Veach added that Kelce wants to be with Mahomes during his torn‑ACL recovery so they are ready to start the 2026 season together.
- Newsweek reports Kelce signed a three‑year extension with Kansas City, a deal not publicly confirmed by the team.
- Kelce remained productive in 2025 with 76 catches for 851 yards and five touchdowns, reinforcing his value as the Chiefs regroup after missing the playoffs.