Travis Michael Kelce is an American football tight end for the National Football League’s Kansas City Chiefs. Kelce was drafted by the Chiefs in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft and went on to win Super Bowl LIV with the team. Kelce attended the University of Cincinnati.
Kelce, a two-star recruit according to Rivals.com, chose the University of Cincinnati over offers from Akron, Eastern Michigan, and Miami (OH). Kelce joined his brother, Jason Kelce, who was the Bearcats’ starting left guard. Kelce appeared in 11 games after redshirting in 2008, playing tight end and quarterback out of the Wildcat formation. In 2009, he had eight rushes for 47 yards and two touchdowns, as well as one reception for three yards.
The Kansas City Chiefs selected Kelce in the third round (63rd overall) of the 2013 NFL Draft. During the offseason, the Chiefs hired Andy Reid as their new head coach. Reid was acquainted with Kelce because he had drafted and coached his brother, Jason Kelce, while serving as head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles. On June 6, 2013, he signed a four-year, $3.12 million rookie contract with the Chiefs, which included a $703,304 signing bonus.
How many Pro Bowls has Kelce won?
Kelce has made eight Pro Bowls and four first-team All-Pro appearances.