Breaking news: NFL legend Jason Kelce makes a shocking return to football after retirement.
In a stunning turn of events, NFL legend Jason Kelce has announced his return to the field after a brief retirement. The former Philadelphia Eagles center, known for his leadership and dominance in the trenches, shocked the football world with his decision to come back to the game.
Kelce, who retired at the end of the 2024 season after a storied career that included multiple Pro Bowl selections and a Super Bowl victory, cited an undeniable passion for the game as the reason for his return. “I thought I was done, but something kept pulling me back,” Kelce said in a statement.
The announcement has sent shockwaves through the NFL, with fans and analysts alike eager to see how the veteran will perform after stepping away from the game. Kelce’s leadership and experience make him an invaluable asset to any team, and his return is expected to add excitement to the upcoming season.
NFL fans can expect to see Jason Kelce off the field for the foreseeable after the star appeared on his popular podcast detailing his goals.
The 36-year-old recently retired Philadelphia Eagles legend shot down the idea to come back to the NFL after a notable current player suggested he should return on Wednesday.
Saquon Barkley tried to recruit Jason Kelce out of retirementCredit: New Heights/ Twitter
Jason Kelce retired after the past NFL seasonCredit: New Heights/ Twitter
Jason appeared on the latest edition of the “New Heights” podcast with his brother, Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce, and had on guest Pro Bowl running back Saquon Barkley.
Barkley stopped by the show to discuss how his NFL free agency went and why he decided to leave the New York Giants after six seasons and sign with the Eagles.
“I’m like a kid in a candy store. I’m happy,” Barkley said.
“I got a fresh start. I can’t wait to meet everybody and just go out there and play ball.”
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Jason expressed he was excited about the signing.
“It’s going to be so fun to watch,” Jason said to Barkley about his new start in Philly.
“It’s going to be so fun to be a part of; it’s going to be great.”
Barkley quickly tried to entice the six-time All-Pro center out of retirement, hinting that he didn’t have to miss out.
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“You don’t gotta watch it, ya know?” Barkley replied.
However, Jason instantly ended any unretirement claims and sales pitches from Barkley.
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“Before you ask me to come back, I’m not going to come back,” Jason said.
“I’m not doing it.”
Jason retired this past season after 13 seasons with the Eagles, winning one Super Bowl with the franchise.
He’s on record stating his desire to have played with Barkley earlier this month after the news broke that the Eagles had signed the star RB.
“Yeah, I’m pretty positive. Even though [‘I’m] a little bit upset [Eagles GM] Howie [Roseman] waited until I retired to make a move like this,” Kelce said on a previous New Heights Episode.
“But you know, it’s fine. It’ll work out great….”
