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Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce is back for another season, though considering all of the retirement considerations, many believe this will be his last, including a close friend.
Legendary wide receiver Cris Carter posted a photo of himself and Kelce, accompanied by a caption that caught fans' attention.
Know the goat is preparing for THE LAST DANCE.
Next stop Canton/HOF, Carter wrote.
In the photo, Kelce was pictured at a workout with Carter and veteran trainers Andrew Spruill and Johnny Olsen.
It was a long process for Kelce to decide on his future, but he eventually signed a one-year, $12 million deal, which was actually a three-year, $57.735 million deal, though it includes clauses to allow him to re-evaluate after every season.
Kelce's decision to return came down to his health and how his body felt; he said those were the main factors in his decision-making process.
If my body can heal up, rest up and I can feel confident that I can go out there and give it another 18-20/21 week run, I think I would do it in a heartbeat, Kelce said on "New Heights" before he decided to come back.
I think right now is just finding that answer and seeing how the body feels after this game and kind of when it all settles down.
I've talked to a few people in the facility already, having my exit meetings and everything, they know where I stand at least right now.
There's a lot of love for the game that's still there, and I don't think I'll ever lose that.
It's a tough thing to navigate." Kelce, as his stardom has risen due to his relationship with megastar Taylor Swift, has become a massive draw for the NFL, and his every move is documented by pop culture fans.
Considering the reception that he got and how he answered questions, many thought Kelce was going to retire, but he ended up coming back on a one-year deal, hoping to end his career on a high rather than a whimper.
Despite the offense sputtering in 2025 and losing Patrick Mahomes to a brutal injury, the tight end still had 851 receiving yards and five touchdowns.
He does not have his signature explosiveness and wiggle, but his soft hands and rapport with Mahomes make him more than viable for the Chiefs to keep around and gameplan with.