Some Chiefs likely have broadcasting careers in their future

ESPN recently asked which current players likely have good broadcasting careers ahead. The Chiefs have plenty of candidates.

A recent column at ESPN asks about the post-playing futures for a number of NFL players, specifically asking which players from various franchises likely have a good career ahead of them in broadcasting, were they interested in doing so. Adam Teicher answered for the Kansas City Chiefs, pointing out two players in particular, but he actually has a deeper well to pull from. Teicher wrote:

"Conley is among the most thoughtful Chiefs players. He’ll do well as the spokesperson of sorts for the Kansas City wide receivers now that Jeremy Maclin is gone. If the networks are looking for someone colorful and controversial, they could do a lot worse than TE Travis Kelce."

Conley is a great suggestion. He’s pop culturally savvy and could throw in movie and television references alongside his obvious insights into the game. He’s also a great interview, providing reporters with thorough answers without often repeating himself or falling into player-speak. He even makes good eye contact and comes with a natural charisma that works to draw in the listener (or in this case, viewer). Conley definitely has a future behind the camera, if he so chooses.

Travis Kelce certainly has a career in television if he wants, especially since he already has one. Whether he wants to join Bachelor in Paradise, continue his own reality show endeavors or so on, he’s definitely entertaining on and off the field.

We’d also like to nominate Mitch Schwartz, who along with his brother Geoff, could be compelling football viewing. They could certainly have a reality show on the NFL Network that shares football insights while also just being congenial, entertaining brothers who are relatable about a number of subjects. If you doubt it, check out their Twitter feeds and recent book release. They would also certainly be entertaining as broadcast hosts beyond their own podcast if given the chance.

For the long-term, it should also be noted that at least in Kansas City, Patrick Mahomes will likely be able to do anything he wants after his playing career is over. As the only quarterback selected in the first round by the Chiefs in over three decades, fans are fawning all over Mahomes already and he’s not even suited up for a preseason game. For the general relief he provided an entire fan base, Mahomes can write his own post-career ticket anywhere in the K.C. area, including in broadcasting.