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Kelce's Basketball Dreams, Chiefs' Draft Plans

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Travis Kelce shares his nearly basketball career, Chiefs potential tight end succession, and draft expectations.

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On April 4th, Travis Kelsey dropped a wild story on his podcast, revealing he almost ditched football for basketball at West Virginia University. Back in high school, after a big visit to Morgantown, he felt like family with the mountaineers staff and nearly committed right there. Coach Jared Calhoun, who was an assistant then, even called him a beast on the court. But his dad shut that down quick, reminding Travis about honoring his word after already committing to Cincinnati. Jason Kelsey cracked up hearing it, since Travis was always the overlooked little bro. Meanwhile, Kelsey's chief steel looks like three years on paper, but it's really a one year $12 million packed with void years to rework later. At 37, Kelsey's eyeing retirement soon, so GM Brett Veach might chase Atlanta's Kyle pits to keep the tight and legacy going from toning. Gonzales to Kelsey, pairing them could cut Kelsey's snaps, save his legs and boost production like Andy Reed wants. Cheese added corner Kair Elam on a cheap deal, earning a B grade for filling a hole and

sparking competition. Draft wise, expect the slight defense lean, with needs at corner, end, tackle, and maybe a tight end or receiver. Xavier worthy speed got underused last year after a labrum tear, but healthier routes can make him scary. NFL clear Rashee rise with no discipline, so he's primed for 2026. Jaguars locked up Travon Walker for four years at 110 million. Bears lost their compic appeal, and ESPN now runs NFL Network. Chiefs stay stacked, ready to bounce back strong. Football news, powered by AI, this is NFL News Today.

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