Jason Kelce tells Eagles teammates he’s retiring after emotional sideline scene

NY Post ^ | Jan. 16, 2024, 8:02 a.m. ET | Jenna Lemoncelli P

[Red Badger]

Jason Kelce is calling it a career after 13 NFL seasons.

The Philadelphia Eagles All-Pro center told his teammates in the locker room after Monday’s season-ending wild card loss to the Buccaneers that he is retiring, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

The 36-year-old future Hall-of-Famer was visibly upset on the sidelines at the end of Philadelphia’s 32-9 loss at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa.

Kelce appeared to be crying during the final seconds of the game when ESPN cameras panned to him on the sidelines.

“That looks like a man filled with emotion right now,” said Troy Aikman, who was calling the game with Joe Buck in the booth.

Kelce — who was set to become a free agent in March — then shared an exchange and a hug with his longtime offensive line coach, Jeff Stoutland.

[Red Badger]

[Red Badger]

Take your Brother and Taylor Swift with you ping!...............

[mmichaels1970]

One down, one to go.

[showme_the_Glory]

They were pretty good for a minute. Then the season started.

[Andy'smom]

“Take your Brother and Taylor Swift with you ping!...............”

Please!

[xp38]

Good move....three is no crying in football

[Vermont Lt]

Nah…I guess his wife is not a fan of TSwift. This guy seems very earnest. You have to have an ego to play at that level, but he seems to have his act together.

[Dr. Sivana]

He gave Nick Foles time to pick apart the Patriot defense in the Super Bowl a few years ago. Kelce’s had a great career, and it is rare to go out on top.

[KierkegaardMAN]

Oh the plight of millionaire circus performers.

[BigFreakinToad]

I don’t think I remember at team self destructing like the Eagles did this season.
Not that I care, but still.

Freaking Josh Allen was awesome yesterday. Mayfield wasn’t to shabby either.

[Diana in Wisconsin]

“That looks like a man filled with emotion right now,” said Troy Aikman, who was calling the game with Joe Buck in the booth:

[Jonny7797]

Eagles were pathetic last night. They likely thought they’d roll the Bucks.

[Red Badger]

I’m sure they did. The Eagles defense has been mediocre all year, rated in the mid 20’s. The only thing that was carrying them was Hurts running to get 1st downs. Shut him down from running and they are toast...........

[Alberta's Child]

I’m not a fan of the NFL, but offensive linemen are typically the most humble, down-to-earth players on the field. And this guy has quietly been one of the best centers in the NFL in decades.

[Red Badger]

I can never remember which one is Beavis and which one is Butthead..................

[Red Badger]

I like Mayfield and I was surprised! They really had their stuff together!..............

[Red Badger]

They were pretty good up until December, then they totally collapsed.....Never seen any team do that............Heard there was contention in the locker room and between Hurts and the coaching staff.....That is never good for any team...........

[Dan in Wichita]

Kelce was just named to the NFL All-Pro team.

For a pro athlete at the end of his career, nothing better than leaving the game as one of the best.

[rdl6989]

Lololol

[rdl6989]

Beavis has the light hair color.