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Congratulations Pour In for Chiefs’ Travis Kelce After Big Announcement
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Travis Kelce is in his 13th NFL season with the Kansas City Chiefs .
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On Thursday, he received a prestigious NFL honor ahead of Week 14.
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He was named the Chiefs' 2025 Walter Payton Man of the Year Club Winner.
Kelce, quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs enter Sunday's matchup against the Houston Texans at 6-6, and another loss could seriously jeopardize their dominant playoff streak in the AFC.
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But on Thursday, some news off the field took center stage for Chiefs veteran tight end Travis Kelce .
The 36-year-old received one of the NFL's most prestigious honors, being named the Chiefs' Walter Payton Man of the Year Club Winner.
After being nominated for the same award last season, Kelce shared a heartwarming reaction to the honor:
"I'm truly honored to be nominated as the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year. This organization and this city mean so much to me, and to have the Chiefs nominate me again is special.
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"Growing up in Cleveland Heights with supportive family and friends, I know the power of having people in your corner. It's been incredible to be able to work towards providing that same support and inspiration to kids through Eighty-Seven & Running and our work with Operation Breakthrough and the Ignition Lab.
"Being able to give back to the community here in Kansas City , as well as show love to my hometown, is not something I'll ever take for granted. I'm forever grateful to represent Kansas City, the Hunt family, our fans, and my foundation, and it's an honor to be nominated."
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) walks the sideline before the game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium. Mark Konezny-Imagn ImagesMark Konezny-Imagn Images
Congratulations poured in for the future Hall of Fame tight end, who continues to make a lasting impact off the field in his community.
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"So well deserved! Travis Kelce's commitment to community work is outstanding. Happy to see him honored again!" A fan said.
Someone else added , "Huge congrats to @tkelce ! Truly deserves the #WPMOYChallenge recognition!"
Another person wrote , "Congrats Travis Kelce! The heart and dedication for work . Leadership. Philanthropy. Charity."
"LFGGG!! Congratulations Travis ! I hope he wins it this time," a fan shared.
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One more person commented , "Congratulations @tkelce to me you will always be the [GOAT]."
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Dec 4, 2025, where it first appeared in the NFL section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
