Jason Kelce expressed his disappointment with the timing of his retirement, particularly in light of the Philadelphia Eagles’ recent struggles. On the “New Heights” podcast he co-hosts with his brother Travis Kelce, Jason lamented the Eagles’ significant collapse following their promising start to the season.
Reflecting on their abrupt downfall, he noted, “The one thing I’m disappointed about retiring right now is I’m retiring when the Eagles had potentially the biggest collapse in the history of the organization. Not potentially, probably the most.”
Kelce highlighted the Eagles’ dismal performance, which saw them lose six of their last seven games, including a disappointing playoff defeat to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Despite this setback, he remains optimistic about the team’s future, citing the talent on the roster and the hiring of new coaches who bring fresh perspectives.
While acknowledging the challenges ahead, including the void left by his retirement and the potential departure of veteran defensive player Fletcher Cox, Kelce expressed confidence in the Eagles’ management to address their needs and make necessary improvements.
He emphasized, “There’s plenty of cap space… Howie (Roseman) is going to make some moves to improve the things that need to get fixed.”
Looking ahead, the Eagles face uncertainty and lowered expectations for the upcoming season. Despite this, Kelce believes in his former teammates’ ability to bounce back and make a strong comeback. Although he won’t be on the field with them, he remains committed to supporting the team in any way he can.
He concluded, “I just really think there is going to be one hell of a bounce back from the Philadelphia Eagles next year… I can damn sure at least appreciate it from afar.”
