The Kansas City Chiefs have set a deadline of March 14 for tight end Travis Kelce to decide on playing next season. The team, which is projected with only $5.38 million in salary cap space for 2025, is looking to make moves before the NFL free agency period begins on March 10.
Kelce’s contract is set to expire after one more season, and he has a $12.5 million roster bonus due on March 15. The Chiefs are seeking clarity on his future with the team after signing tight end Noah Gray to a three-year extension last season. In an interview, Kelce stated that he was considering taking time to think about his playing career, citing the toll of playing in extra games during the playoffs as a major factor.
Kelce’s comments came ahead of a long physical and mental recovery period, which has been exacerbated by his team’s appearances in three consecutive Super Bowls. The 12-year veteran expressed that the process can be grueling and weigh on him, but also acknowledged its benefits for his growth and competitiveness.
Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/report-chiefs-give-travis-kelce-march-14-deadline-to-decide-playing-future-195218855.html