Travis Kelce Recommits to Chiefs for 14th Season

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has recommitted to the team for his 14th NFL season, signing a one-year contract extension last month after a disappointing campaign that saw the franchise miss the playoffs for the first time in years. Speaking on his New Heights podcast, the 36-year-old outlined his expectations for incoming draft picks, emphasizing players who bring infectious energy and a genuine love for the game as the Chiefs prepare to select talent starting Thursday in Pittsburgh.

The Chiefs finished last season with an 11-loss record, ending a dominant stretch that included four Super Bowl appearances in five years. Kelce, who recently posed for a magazine shoot in New York amid plans to marry Taylor Swift this summer, expressed frustration with the outcome but optimism for a rebound. "I just hope for a guy that loves ball," he said on the podcast, hosted with his brother Jason Kelce. "How infectious is your energy? I need that out of these young guys." He credited coach Andy Reid for encouraging rookies to show their personality and contribute to the daily grind.

General manager Brett Veach holds the No. 9 overall pick, the team's first top-10 selection since...