Travis Kelce says he is NOT retiring soon but Kansas City Chiefs star, 34, admits his Saturday Night Live appearance in March ‘opened new doors’ for him professionally

Travis Kelce isn’t on the verge of retirement, but the Kansas City Chiefs star admits he has more professional options following his appearance on Saturday Night Live last March.

Kelce was asked about his future plans on Thursday ahead of Saturday’s playoff game against the visiting Miami Dolphins at Arrowhead Stadium, where temperatures are expected to fall below zero.

‘I have no reason to stop playing football,’ Kelce told reporters Thursday. ‘I love it, we still have success, come in with the right mindset.’

When asked what he’d do if he weren’t playing football, Kelce explained he does have an off-season to pursue those interests.

‘That’s the point of the off-season,’ Kelce said. ‘Being able to get out there and really finding what you love to do. I’ve been fortunate to do a few things outside of the sports world that I’ve been enjoying doing, like getting on camera. The SNL stuff kind of opened up a new happiness and new career path for me.

Travis Kelce is pictured hosting Saturday Night Live on March 4, 2023 after his Super Bowl win
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Travis Kelce is pictured hosting Saturday Night Live on March 4, 2023 after his Super Bowl win

Kelce and Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes share a laugh while sitting out during Week 18
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Kelce and Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes share a laugh while sitting out during Week 18

‘It’s funny for me to even say that at this point of my career, because it’s so much further down the road.’

Rumors that Kelce could consider retirement have been kicking about since he began dating Taylor Swift, who obviously has her own busy career to worry about.

The 34-year-old Cleveland native remains one of the most productive tight ends in the NFL.

He trailed only San Francisco’s George Kittle in receiving yards among tight ends in 2023, while finishing third with 93 receptions for the year.

He’s also been instrumental in the Chiefs’ success in 2023, leading the team with 984 receiving yards for the reigning Super Bowl champions.

Swift could well be at Arrowhead Stadium on Saturday night for the win-or-bust game but will need to wrap up warm.

Temperatures could plunge to around -5 for the visit of the Dolphins. In the regular season, the Chiefs beat the Dolphins 21-14 in Germany and last year’s Super Bowl winners need a repeat of that game to keep their season going.

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Taylor Swift wears Reputation-themed outfit amid outing with Blake Lively in Brooklyn

Taylor Swift and Blake Lively recently stepped out for dinner in New York City

Taylor Swift is continuing her streak of donning outfits inspired by the theme of her sixth studio album, Reputation. During a recent late-night outing in Brooklyn, New York, with her close friend and Hollywood fame Blake Lively, the 34-year-old pop sensation dazzled in a striking velvety green dress. Fans speculate Swift started dropping easter eggs for her upcoming re-recorded album, Reputation (Taylor’s Version), with her metallic green Gucci gown during the Golden Globes.Taylor Swift and Blake Lively spotted together in BrooklynTaylor Swift and Blake Lively spotted together in Brooklyn

Taylor Swift and Blake Lively spotted together in Brooklyn

The Cruel Summer hitmaker and A Simple Favor star were recently spotted together during a girl’s night out in Brooklyn, New York. On Wednesday night, the duo stepped out for dinner at Lucali Pizza restaurant in New York City. The Blank Space singer gave an ode to her Reputation album as she sported a pair of $2,450 Jimmy Choo x Jean Paul Gaultier boots with snake motifs.
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One of the prominent aspects of her album is snake, which Swift often showcased during the Reputation tour. The Look What You Made Me Do singer stunned her fans with a giant inflatable snake nicknamed “Karyn.” During the outing, Swift completed the look with a jet-black purse and dazzling gold accessories. She kept her hair down, and her make-up featured her signature red lipstick.

As for Lively, she sported a chic winter look featuring a black, yellow and red striped sweater paired with a beige suede mini skirt and orange heels. She completed the look with a Louis Vuitton purse. The duo were joined by their pals Zoë Kravitz and Jack Antonoff. In the pictures from their latest outing, Swift and Lively can be seen looking cheery as they walked through the streets of New York City.