By Oliver Salt
Published: 5:00 p.m., March 4, 2024 | Updated: 6:15 p.m., March 4, 2024
Follow Mail Sport's live blog for the latest news and updates as Jason Kelce addresses the media at a press conference – where he is widely expected to announce his retirement from the NFL.
Jason Kelce CONFIRMS his retirement
Kelce officially announces his retirement from football after 13 seasons with the Eagles.
The Philadelphia legend is very emotional and breaks down in tears as he waves goodbye to the NFL.
The emotional Jason takes his place
Just seconds after taking his place as press secretary, Jason is already fighting to hold back tears.
It looks like football's worst kept secret is about to be confirmed.
“Let’s see how long this lasts… not a good start.”
Travis Kelce prepares for the presser
Travis also takes his place at the Eagles' practice facility as Jason prepares to make his announcement.
The Chiefs star was seen having a few words with Philadelphia head coach Nick Sirianni, who is also here today.
As expected, Travis and Jason's mother Donna is there for the big announcement.
Kelce announcement just minutes away
It won't be long before Kelce reveals whether his time as an NFL player is finally up.
Is he hanging up his football boots? We're about to find out…
Kelce Sr. in the house
Jason's father Ed is at the press conference today, while his son appears to be planning to announce his retirement.
It will likely be an emotional day for the Kelce family.
Great finish
If he does indeed retire this afternoon, Kelce will say goodbye to the game as one of the greatest centers in NFL history.
The Cleveland-born star was named first-team All-Pro six times and also played in seven Pro Bowls.
His crowning achievement came in the 2017 season when he won his first and only Super Bowl.
Kelce helped the Eagles get past the New England Patriots that night in Minnesota before giving an iconic victory speech at a parade in Philadelphia a few days later.
“This whole organization, with a group of motivated men who want to achieve something.” “We were a bunch of misfits,” he said. “And do you know what an outsider is? It's a hungry dog.
“Everyone wonders why we're so mean.” Everyone wonders why the Philadelphia Eagles aren't the nicest fans. If I don't eat breakfast, I'll be cursed!!!'
The City of Brotherly Love!
Travis is also in Philadelphia this week to support his brother as he seemingly prepares to say goodbye to football.
The Kansas City Chiefs tight end, who won his third Super Bowl ring in Las Vegas last month, got a new lease of life in the City of Brotherly Love.
And on the eve of Jason's announcement, the two shared beers with their fans and posed for photos at a local fundraiser.
I fight back tears
A few days after that loss to the Bucs, Kelce also struggled to contain his emotions while speaking to his brother Travis on their New Heights podcast.
“I turned to the team and basically said the same thing I said to you: “I believe in each and every one of you. I appreciate the moments you have in this league,” he said of the scenes in the locker room after the game.
“So that's how it went and a lot of people said, 'If this is your last game, then I feel sorry for you.' I was like, 'Don't feel sorry for me, you idiots.'
Eagles fans fear the worst
Since he has never held a press conference to confirm he will continue playing, Eagles fans are expecting Kelce to wave an emotional farewell to the team this afternoon.
The legendary center spent 13 years in Philadelphia and played a key role in the Super Bowl LII triumph in 2018.
He also reached the top game in 2023, which ended with a defeat against brother Travis's Kansas City Chiefs.
And after a Wild Card Round loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in January, fans are convinced that Kelce's career is now over.
Kelce will announce the decision at 1 p.m
Kelce will announce his decision at 1 p.m. as Eagles fans across the country hold their breath.
The 36-year-old posted on X on Monday morning: “No keg videos this year, I've come to a decision and will be speaking about it at a press conference this afternoon.”
Time for Jason?
Nearly two months after the end of his 13th season with the Philadelphia Eagles, Jason Kelce will finally announce today whether he will be retiring from his NFL career.
The Eagles icon will discuss his future at a press conference this afternoon after considering the possibility of retirement following Philadelphia's playoff loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Jan. 16.
You can follow all the latest news and developments from the press spokesman here on Mail Sport.
Jason Kelce retirement press conference: Latest news and updates as the Philadelphia Eagles star breaks down in tears as the decision is announced
