Travis Kelce is one of the best offensive players in the NFL. Travis Kelce’s greatness was on display against the Los Angeles Chargers. Travis Kelce caught 6 passes, recorded 111 receiving yards, and scored 3 touchdowns. Kelce scored the game-winning touchdown and proved why he is unstoppable. Kansas City was in a dogfight and needed to win an important division game. Kansas City didn’t have a handful of its skill players. Juju Smith-Schuster is in concussion protocol, Mecole Hardman is on injured reserve, and Kadarius Toney left the game with an injury. Kansas City called Kelce’s number multiple times throughout the game and Kelce answered. Chiefs fans, coaches, and players are fortunate to have a player like Travis Kelce.
Travis Kelce’s Impact in 2022
THAT LOOKS FAMILIAR @TKELCE pic.twitter.com/yrDxt42lNq
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) November 21, 2022
Travis Kelce is playing like a man on a mission this season. At 33 years old Kelce is having one of his best seasons as a professional. Kelce currently has 69 receptions, 855 receiving yards, and a whopping 11 touchdowns. Some sports fans believed Kelce would regress after Tyreek Hill’s departure. However, Travis Kelce has changed the narrative. When defenses play the Chiefs they try to take away Travis Kelce. Travis Kelce accepts the challenge and finds ways to get open. He is also fortunate enough to play with Patrick Mahomes. Mahomes finds Kelce when the Chiefs need to convert on critical downs when everyone knows where the ball is going. Patrick Mahomes recently called Travis Kelce the greatest tight end of all time.
Travis Kelce has benefited from the Chief’s other skill players. Kansas City’s wide receivers, tight ends, and running backs have played at a high level. When defenses have to focus on the other skill players Kelce gets open. Kelce can be considered the glue of Kansas City’s offense.
Kelce’s Strengths and Accolades
One of one. 🏹 pic.twitter.com/GA22MatYvX
— Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) November 21, 2022
Travis Kelce played quarterback in high school and knows how to get open. Kelce understands defensive coverages and understands where he needs to be on each play. He is intelligent and really knows the ins and outs of football. Offensive Coordinator Eric Bienemy and Head Coach Andy Reid move Kelce around on the gridiron. Kelce lines up as the X receiver, in the slot, comes in motion, and occasionally lines up in the backfield when the Chiefs reach the endzone. Kelce is also shifty and can avoid defenders when he gets the ball.
Travis Kelce currently holds the record for the most 100-plus receiving yard games by a tight end. Chiefs vs Chargers was Kelce’s 33rd game with over 100 receiving yards. In addition, Travis Kelce has recorded four straight 1,000-receiving-yard seasons. He is on pace to have another 1,000 receiving-yard season. Kelce’s career stats: 773 catches, 9,861 receiving yards, and 68 touchdowns.
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