Jason Kelce will take some time to digest the shocking end to the Eagles' season before making a final decision about his future.
While discussing the aftermath of the Eagles' wild-card loss to the Buccaneers, the longtime Philadelphia center reflected on what he told his teammates on his podcast, “New Heights,” on Wednesday as retirement speculation mounts. revealed.
“I think it's been leaked to the media, but I intentionally didn't put out what I was doing,” Jason told teammates Monday in a report, along with his younger brother and podcast co-host. said one Chiefs tight end, Travis Kelce. I'm planning to retire.
“…I don’t think you’re really in a position to make that decision after a game like that, but I don’t think so. There are too many things going on to be completely depressed, so please understand that decision.”
Jason, who has spent his entire 13-year career in Philadelphia, said, “I'm not trying to be dramatic, I'm just continuing to bring this out,” but if he chooses to hang up his cleats. If so, he said he is imagining what the possibility of an announcement would be. good.
“When I officially announce what's next, it will be in a definitive way that honors the many people and individuals who have meant so much to me and shaped my career.” “I don't think it's respectful or accurate to do that right after a game like that,” the 36-year-old Super Bowl champion said.
“I know you're frustrated with everything that's going on, but I'm going to address the team and say pretty much the same thing that I said to you earlier, although I'm sure you'll have something to say in the future. I mean, I believe in everything.'' One of you, cherish every moment you have in this league, I think it was kind of the way it ended.'' ”
Jason was seen visibly upset in Tampa on Monday night as the final seconds ticked down in Philadelphia's disappointing 32-9 loss.
The seven-time Pro Bowler was seen hugging longtime offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland before greeting his family, including wife Kylie, in the stands at Raymond James Stadium.
Jason, who took a moment to compose himself on Wednesday's episode, added that he was “really grateful to everyone” in the Eagles' locker room.
“I definitely think there was a lot of emotion in the room,” he said. “At this point, we don't know what the future holds for the people in that building. I guess we'll see what happens next, but I have an exit interview tomorrow.”
Travis, whose win over the Dolphins on Saturday advanced the Chiefs to the regional round of the playoffs, replied: Promise me that. ”
