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16-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Jason Kelce Throws Subtle Shade at Travis Kelce Amid Over Career Position
The NFL season will be here before we know it, and the news cycle is already heating up. As the Kansas City Chiefs gear up for another run, star tight end Travis Kelce has been keeping busy during the offseason with travel and event appearances. Meanwhile, his older brother Jason Kelce is enjoying retirement and keeping a close eye on the league he played in for more than a decade. The Kelce brothers co-host the popular podcast "New Heights," and during a recent episode, their friendly sibling banter took center stage. Advertisement On Friday's episode, the topic turned to 'Tight End U,' the fourth annual event held in Nashville, where Travis was in attendance. The event is widely viewed as a summit for top NFL tight ends to connect, train and share insights. Travis proudly described it as 'a summit for the best position in football,' referring to tight ends. Jason, never one to let a chance for teasing slip by, responded with a smirk, calling it 'more like the most ambiguous position ever created.' When Travis argued that tight ends 'get to do everything,' Jason couldn't help but poke fun, saying, 'Fans of tight Travis didn't retaliate, instead joking, 'I'm not throwing shade at the center position. I like Creed,' referencing Creed Humphrey, the Chiefs' standout center. Advertisement As the conversation continued, Jason shifted focus to what's happening around the Tight End U event. 'We've got some fun stuff this year, not just for NFL tight ends but for everyone in the Nashville area.' Travis also noted the event isn't just for kids but for football fans of all ages. Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87).Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images Jason played in the NFL from 2011 to 2023. He was part of the Super Bowl LII champion Philadelphia Eagles. He made seven Pro Bowl appearances and was named to the All-Pro team six times. Jason played in 193 career games, starting all of them. Travis will be 36 years old in October. After a playing career with the Cincinnati Bearcats, he was the 63rd overall pick in the NFL Draft. He has been with the Kansas City Chiefs since 2013. Advertisement Travis has three Super Bowl rings and has been selected to the Pro Bowl 10 times. He holds the NFL record for most career postseason receptions with 174. The Kansas City Chiefs were knocked off in an effort to three-peat as Super Bowl Champions, by Jason's former team, the Philadelphia Eagles in February. Related: NFL Legend Charles Woodson Makes Career Decision on Thursday Related: Travis Kelce's Physical Appearance at Patrick Mahomes Event Catches Attention
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Sport
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From Fasano through Mayer, every Notre Dame football tight end drafted since 2006.
SOUTH BEND — Whenever Mitchell Evans hears his name called at the NFL Draft this week, most likely in the middle rounds, it will extend a remarkable streak for the tight ends of Notre Dame football. Going back to Anthony Fasano in 2004, every primary starting tight end has been drafted. That's how the Irish have extended their modern claim as Tight End U. Advertisement Here's the distinguished list Evans hopes to join: Secondary is primary: Breaking down recent NFL Draft history for Notre Dame football defensive backs More: A look at the 2025 Notre Dame football schedule with dates, opponents, kick times and TV 2023: Michael Mayer, Round 2 The record-setting All-American went 35th overall to the Las Vegas Raiders. Mayer has 48 catches for 460 yards and two scores thus far in the pros. 2021: Tommy Tremble, Round 3 A ferocious blocker, Tremble went 83rd overall to the Carolina Panthers. He's pulled down nine touchdown passes in four seasons among his 85 catches for 782 yards. Advertisement Tight End U: That crazy NFL Draft streak for Notre Dame football tight ends? Mitchell Evans is well aware 2020: Cole Kmet, Round 2 The former two-sport standout (baseball reliever) went 43rd overall to his hometown Chicago Bears. In five seasons he's averaged 52 catches for 518 yards; he has 19 touchdowns overall. 2019: Alize Mack, Round 7 The New Orleans Saints picked the Las Vegas product with the 231st overall pick, 23 picks before Mr. Irrelevant. 2018: Durham Smythe, Round 4 The Miami Dolphins took Smythe 123rd overall. A strong blocker, Smythe had 132 catches for 1,228 yards and three scores in seven seasons with the Dolphins. He recently signed with the Bears, reuniting with Kmet. 2015: Ben Koyack, Round 7 The Jacksonville Jaguars waited until the 229th overall pick to grab Koyack. He would spend four years in the NFL, making 25 catches for 208 yards and a touchdown. 2014: Troy Niklas, Round 2 The Arizona Cardinals took him 52nd overall. His four-year output in the pros: 19 catches, 203 yards, three touchdowns. 2013: Tyler Eifert, Round 1 The Cincinnati Bengals took him 21st overall, making him the only first-round tight end drafted that year. His eight-season production: 221 catches, 2,501 yards and 26 scores. 2011: Kyle Rudolph, Round 2 The Minnesota Vikings took Rudolph with the 43rd overall pick. Now retired after 12 pro seasons, Rudolph piled up 482 career receptions for 4,773 yards and 50 touchdowns. He owns the Vikings' record for TDs by a tight end and most consecutive starts by a tight end (81). 2008: John Carlson, Round 2 He went 38th overall to the Seattle Seahawks. His six pro seasons included 210 receptions for 2,256 yards and 15 scores. 2006: Anthony Fasano, Round 2 The Dallas Cowboys took him 53rd overall. Fasano finished his 12-year career with 299 catches for 3,278 yards and 36 touchdowns. Advertisement Mike Berardino covers Notre Dame football for the South Bend Tribune and Follow him on social media @MikeBerardino. This article originally appeared on South Bend Tribune: Notre Dame football tight ends tend to make noise at the NFL Draft
