Avast, ye mateys! Chiefs' Travis Kelce be pleadin' his star scallywag to 'please return' from his holdout!
2023-09-02
Avast ye! Yonder Chris Jones be still stallin' while the scallywag Kansas City Chiefs be settin' sail in a week. Methinks that be makin' poor Travis Kelce's timbers shiver with worry!
The Kansas City Chiefs are currently facing a dilemma with their star defensive player, Chris Jones. Jones has decided to hold out of training camp and has even stated that he is willing to miss about half of the season. This situation arises as Jones is in the final year of his four-year, $80 million contract and is seeking a new deal before the season ends.With the Chiefs' season set to start in less than a week, tight end Travis Kelce is growing increasingly nervous. In a humorous plea on his podcast, Kelce begs Jones to come back and play for the team, expressing his desire to win another Super Bowl with him. Kelce's brother, Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles, jokingly suggests that Jones should hold out for as long as possible, as the Eagles will face off against the Chiefs in Week 10.
Despite the banter, Travis Kelce emphasizes that Jones is the best defensive player in the league and is deserving of a lucrative contract. He urges Jones to return as soon as possible, highlighting his importance to the team's success.
It is important to note that Jones is facing fines of $50,000 for each day of camp missed. Nevertheless, Jones has proven himself as a top performer, earning Pro Bowl honors and being named a First-teamer for the first time in his career.
The standoff between Jones and the Chiefs continues, leaving fans and teammates anxiously awaiting his return. Only time will tell how this contract dispute will be resolved and what impact it will have on the team's defense.