Is week 17 Travis Kelce’s last home game? Andy Reid opens up on Chiefs star’s mindset ahead of what could be his final home appearance

Travis Kelce stands at the center of a quiet but emotional moment in Kansas City, even with the Chiefs already removed from the playoff picture. The Week 17 game against the Denver Broncos carries weight far beyond the standings.

For fans filing into Arrowhead Stadium, it could be the last time they watch No. 87 run routes on that familiar field, absorbing cheers that have followed him for more than a decade.The timing feels symbolic. A Christmas matchup, a franchise icon nearing a crossroads, and a season that has forced reflection rather than celebration. Kelce’s future is unresolved, but the respect around him is not. Inside the Chiefs organization, there is an understanding that eras do not always end with ceremony.

Sometimes, they close quietly, with one final snap at home.

Travis Kelce’s possible farewell and Andy Reid’s lasting admiration

Andy Reid has been there from the beginning, drafting Kelce and shaping an offense that would redefine the tight end position. Asked about the possibility that this could be Kelce’s final home game, Reid avoided predictions but spoke from the heart.

“His numbers, his personality speaks for themselves,” Reid said. “Phenomenal person, great for the community.

He's everything you want from a player representing an organization.”Reid later echoed the same sentiment when pressed again, adding context without claiming insight into Kelce’s plans.“I don’t know if it is. I haven’t talked to him,” Reid said. “But I think his numbers, and personality, the person, I think speaks for themselves. Phenomenal person. Great for the community, has been great for the community. He’s everything you want from a player representing an organization.”Those words reflect more than coaching praise. They underline how deeply Kelce’s impact runs in Kansas City. On the field, his résumé is complete. Over 190 games, he delivered consistency, creativity, and clutch moments. Ten Pro Bowls, four All Pro selections, and three Super Bowl rings confirm his place among the greats. Off the field, his presence has been just as meaningful, whether through community work or building a media voice alongside his brother Jason.At 37 next season and with free agency looming, Kelce faces a personal decision. A short return on his own terms remains possible. Retirement does too. With Patrick Mahomes sidelined and the roster entering transition, the choice feels heavier than ever.If this truly is Kelce’s final walk off the Arrowhead turf, it will not be remembered for wins or losses. It will be remembered for loyalty, leadership, and a career that helped define a generation of Chiefs football. Kansas City may soon turn the page, but the legacy is already written.Also Read: Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour rehearsal goes off-script after Chiefs touchdown sends her into celebration mode in Disney+ docuseries The End of an Era