Kelce’s absence caused a stir on Wednesday when media attending the event couldn’t find the 34-year-old man. He is known for traveling around the world with his pop star girlfriend, Taylor Swift

However, photos released by the team on Wednesday showed that Kelce attended a voluntary practice on Monday, where he witnessed his first actions alongside new teammate Marquise Brown. The team spokesperson did not respond immediately. Patrick Mahomes and his teammates trained on Wednesday, with Mahomes participating in conditioning drills and throwing passes to new wide receivers Xavier Worthy and Sky Moore.

Kelce’s decision to skip Wednesday’s OTA practices surprised many, especially considering his previous statements about football being equivalent to spring training in baseball. Despite the absence of pads, the plays and drills installed during these sessions will lay the groundwork for Kansas City’s title-defense campaign. Communication, trust, footwork, keys, eyes, alignments, and assignments are all foundational aspects of their preparation. Let’s see how this unfolds as the Chiefs gear up for the upcoming season! 🏈