Chiefs coach Andy Reid is flat out dismissing the chatter about tight end Travis Kelce showing up to training camp out of shape. Asked on NFL Network about Kelce’s offseason, which even included marrying Taylor Swift, Reid made it crystal clear that his veteran tight end is as focused on football as he has ever been. This isn’t just about a player’s physique, it is about the entire vibe coming out of Kansas City as they look to flip the script on a “highly disappointing 2025” season.
The “Dad Body” Talk Is Absolute Noise to Andy Reid
Look, everyone is talking about Travis Kelce and his “dad body,” but Andy Reid isn’t having any of it. The coach’s message is loud and clear: Kelce “came back in good shape,” despite all the offseason buzz. Reid went on to say, “I know everybody’s out there saying he’s got the dad body and all this stuff, but he looks the same to me that he’s always looked, and just playing like crazy.” That’s high praise, especially when you consider the noise surrounding Kelce’s life off the field this offseason. Reid emphasized that Kelce is “doing a nice job with everything,” proving he is “focused in and ready to go.” For a player with 14 years in the league, that kind of commitment to being out there “every snap” is exactly what you want to hear from a coach like Reid. It shows the leadership and dedication that drives a team.
Age Is Just a Number, Leadership Is Contagious
Yeah, Travis Kelce is going to turn 37 this season. And sure, the talk is that he is “no longer in his prime.” But Andy Reid has zero doubt that Kelce is absolutely “ready to contribute this season.” Reid expects him to “play and play hard and be aggressive and not be stopped,” and believes that attitude is “contagious.” This is huge for a Chiefs team trying to rebound from that rough 2025. You need those veteran leaders, those guys who set the tone, and by all accounts, Kelce is stepping into that role. His experience and his fire are exactly what this team needs as they push to turn things around.
The Chiefs are banking on Kelce’s veteran presence and relentless play to ignite their season. With training camp underway on August 5, 2026, all eyes are on how this team, and particularly Kelce, performs. If Reid’s read is accurate, Kelce’s “contagious” aggression might just be the spark they need heading into the upcoming season.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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