30 January 2024 , 04:00
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Jason Kelce's wife, Kylie, has openly expressed her support for her husband as he considers potential retirement from the NFL. The Philadelphia Eagles star is thinking about ending his career and was visibly upset after their playoff exit.
Kylie told Good Morning America: "I think that whatever he does he's going to be successful in," adding, "And I'm not just saying that because I'm his wife. I think that's his personality."
Since the season ended, Jason has been supporting his brother Travis and the Chiefs at their last two playoffs games. As he watched them reach the Super Bowl, he shared some new thoughts on his future plans.
He told the Philadelphia Enquirer: "I still want to be involved in the organisation and still want to be a part of it, regardless of what the decision is."
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Kelce, 36, played a key role in Philadelphia's victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII. He also helped the Eagles reach Super Bowl LVII, where they lost to his younger brother Travis and the Kansas City Chiefs, 38-35.
Feeling like there was more to achieve, he signed a one-year deal with Philadelphia after contemplating retirement. Despite hopes for a Super Bowl run, Philadelphia was knocked out in the NFC Wild Card game by Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Despite a disappointing end to his season, Jason has kept any talk of retirement close to his chest. On an episode of the "New Heights" podcast, he addressed the retirement rumours which surfaced after the Eagles' season ended.
An emotional Jason explained to Travis: "I didn't announce what I was doing on purpose despite what's been leaked to the media, but people can feel body language and stuff. I just don't think you're in a position after a game like that to really make that decision. There is too much emotion in the moment and too much to grasp to really make that decision.
Jason Kelce was visibly emotional as he celebrated his brother Travis making it to the Super Bowl once again (Photo by Kara Durrette/Getty Images)"I am not trying to be dramatic and continue to draw this thing out. It's just something that when it's time to officially announce what's happening in the future, it will be done in a way that's definite and pays respect to a lot of people and individuals that have meant a lot to me and led to the career that I have had."
Travis stated that despite reports, Jason did not officially retire and believes his older brother still has the ability to compete at the highest level.
Jason is still coming to terms with the Eagles' season ending in disappointment, while also cheering on Travis as he chases his third championship. The 36-year-old is keeping his future plans under wraps. However, Kylie is confident that whatever Jason decides to do next, he'll be a success, just like his football career.
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