Arr, Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes didst be tryin' to 'force' Travis Kelce to play Week 18, hopin' he'd reach a grand milestone, matey!
2024-01-10
Arr, me hearties! Kansas City's ship's helmsman, Patrick Mahomes, be pleadin' with Travis Kelce to partake in Sunday's clash 'gainst the scallywag Chargers so they can reach a grand milestone!
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce fell just short of reaching the 1,000-yard receiving mark for the 2023 season, ending his streak of seven consecutive seasons hitting the mark. However, it wasn't due to a lack of effort on his part. Patrick Mahomes, the star quarterback, revealed in a radio interview that he tried to convince Kelce to play in the Chiefs' season finale against the Los Angeles Chargers to reach the milestone. Kelce, however, was deactivated to rest for the upcoming playoffs against the Miami Dolphins.Mahomes admitted that he tried to force Kelce to play, knowing that he would try to avoid it and prioritize the team's well-being over his personal achievements. Despite having plays prepared for Kelce to reach the milestone, he refused to participate for those reasons. Kelce had been dealing with a neck injury and had been limited in practice leading up to the Chargers game. As of Tuesday, he was not listed on the injury report, indicating that he had recovered.
The Chiefs will face the Dolphins at Arrowhead Stadium, with temperatures expected to be in the single digits. Kelce's decision to rest and prioritize his health for the playoffs demonstrates his dedication to the team's success. Although he fell short of the 1,000-yard milestone this season, his consistent performance over the years has solidified his reputation as one of the league's top tight ends.