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Chiefs, Travis Kelce to Meet After Super Bowl on 2026 Decision as Cap Crunch Looms

Kansas City must navigate a projected $50–55 million cap deficit before any contract can be finalized.

Overview

  • NFL Network reports Kelce remains undecided but is in contact with the Chiefs, with both sides set to reconvene after Super Bowl LX to map his future.
  • Kelce is a free agent after completing a two-year, $34.25 million extension, and he has said he intends to decide before the new league year begins in March.
  • Over The Cap projects the Chiefs roughly $50–55 million over the 2026 salary cap, signaling the need for restructures or cuts to accommodate any new deal.
  • Dianna Russini reports people close to Kelce believe he may return for a 14th season, though no final decision has been made.
  • Kelce praised offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy’s return on his New Heights podcast, a public note many view as favorable to a potential comeback.