On the Kansas City Chiefs' first drive against the Atlanta Falcons, Patrick Mahomes dropped back to pass and connected with Travis Kelce for 23 yards and a first down. Kelce was tackled awkwardly by Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams and was slow to get up after the play.
While Kelce did ultimately stand up and walk off the field on his own, it sure looked like the tight end wasn't feeling comfortable in the slightest. Nate Taylor of ESPN reported that Kelce was continuing to walk on his own after twisting his right ankle. He was then seen getting worked on by the trainers and later heading to the locker room.
Travis Kelce suffered ankle injury during Week 10 vs. Falcons
At 37 years old, Kelce is going to feel these hits more than he would have a decade ago. He's still a very big piece in this offense though and it's clear that Mahomes still trusts him the most out of any of his pass-catchers.
If Kelce can't return to action, Noah Gray would be the next man up at tight end. Perhaps Jake Briningstool receives more playing time as a result as well. Jared Wiley was carted off the field so that removes another potential tight end option for Mahomes to target.
Kelce returned for a 14th season after a disappointing 2025 for the Chiefs and everyone hopes that he'll be able to remain healthy for the duration of it. Hopefully he returns to the game but we'll update this post with any news we get.
Update (12:25 p.m.): Travis Kelce was listed as QUESTIONABLE to return against the Falcons.
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