Travis Kelce, the seasoned tight end for the Chiefs, has dominated his position for the last six years. He has consistently topped the league charts in receiving yards, touchdowns, and receptions among tight ends since 2017, boasting significant leads over his closest competitors—nearly 2,200 more yards, 20 more touchdowns, and almost 300 more receptions.

However, as Kelce approaches 35 in October, signs of deceleration emerged in 2023. He missed his first game due to injury in Week 1 and concluded the season with fewer than 1,000 receiving yards for the first time since 2015, tallying 984 yards, along with his fewest receiving touchdowns (five) since 2019.

Despite this, the Chiefs rewarded him with a new contract, making him the highest-paid player in his position for the current season. As Kelce’s tenure as the premier tight end potentially draws to a close, the Chiefs embark on their quest for a third consecutive Super Bowl victory.