Chiefs React to Travis Kelce's Offseason Message
Chiefs React to Travis Kelce's Offseason Message originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The NFL offseason might be quieter on the field, but behind the scenes, leadership never takes a break, and no one embodies that more than Travis Kelce. With over a decade of experience and a trophy case full of accolades, Kelce could easily kick back and enjoy the downtime.
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But instead, he's using his platform to pay it forward. During this year's Tight End University, the Chiefs star delivered a powerful message aimed at the next generation of players. And back in Kansas City, his words didn't go unnoticed.
While addressing the next wave of tight ends at TEU, Travis Kelce broke down one of the more underrated aspects of the position: how tight ends have to move and adjust their routes differently than wide receivers. Given their size and height, the technique isn't quite the same.
Since then, the post has been doing the rounds of the internet with more than 90 thousand views and 1.8 thousand comments.
Kelce spoke about the importance of foot placement, balance, and weight distribution—details that could make a big difference for younger players looking to elevate their game. The moment, captured in a clip posted by the NFL, drew a heartfelt response from the Kansas City Chiefs, who commented simply, 'For those who come after.'
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Now in its fifth year, Tight End University—hosted by Travis Kelce, Greg Olsen, and George Kittle—has grown into a must-attend event for the position. This year's edition brings together over 70 tight ends, ranging from college athletes and recent draft picks to seasoned NFL veterans, all coming together to learn, connect and sharpen their craft.
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 25, 2025, where it first appeared.
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