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Travis Kelce Agrees to Pay Cut to Expand Kansas City Chiefs’ Payroll, Sends 5-Word Message to Fans

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Kansas City, MO – May 27, 2025

The Kansas City Chiefs, grappling with a tight 2025 salary cap of just $10.7 million (27th in the NFL), have received a significant boost as star tight end Travis Kelce has agreed to a pay cut to help expand the team’s financial flexibility. This move aims to secure extensions for young talents like George Karlaftis and Trent McDuffie.

Kelce, 35, currently carries a $19.8 million cap hit for 2025 under his two-year, $34.25 million contract signed in 2024. Sources indicate he has agreed to restructure his deal, converting a portion of his roster bonus into a signing bonus, freeing up approximately $10 million in cap space. This mirrors his 2022 contract restructure, which saved the Chiefs $3.455 million.

Kelce’s decision not only provides room to extend players like McDuffie or address needs at positions like left tackle but also underscores his commitment to the team. In 2024, Kelce recorded 823 receiving yards, ranking fifth among tight ends, despite a dip from his career highs. His leadership and chemistry with Patrick Mahomes remain vital to the Chiefs’ success.

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Kelce shared a five-word message with fans on X: “I’m here for you all!” The statement reflects his dedication to Chiefs Kingdom and his determination to rebound after the team’s Super Bowl 2025 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

General Manager Brett Veach praised Kelce’s sacrifice, noting it strengthens the Chiefs’ ability to build a competitive roster for a 2026 Super Bowl run. With rookies like Omarr Norman-Lott and Ashton Gillotte bolstering the defense and newfound cap space, the Chiefs are poised for a stronger lineup.

Chiefs fans are buzzing on X, expressing gratitude for Kelce’s selflessness. Follow the Chiefs on X for the latest updates on their 2025 season journey.

Week 5 NFL 2025 - New Orleans Saints vs New York Giants
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