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Travis Kelce Says He’d ‘Have a Blast’ at ESPN as He Returns for 14th Chiefs Season

The exchange highlights how valuable he is likely to be to TV networks once he stops playing.

Overview

  • On his New Heights podcast with Troy Aikman, Kelce said he would “have a f***ing blast” working at ESPN after Aikman praised him and playfully recruited him.
  • Kelce has committed to another year with the Kansas City Chiefs, keeping his playing career going before he decides on any media move.
  • Industry reporting projects that major networks will bid for him after retirement, with estimates topping $15 million per year and prior interest noted from Amazon’s NFL coverage.
  • Kelce has indicated he prefers calling games from the broadcast booth, though ESPN’s Monday Night Football team already features Aikman and Joe Buck, and Jason Kelce is on ESPN’s roster.
  • Commentary points to his rising pop-culture profile as a factor that could steer him toward broader entertainment roles beyond traditional NFL television.