Travis Kelce isn't ready to hang up his cleats just yet. After an emotional Week 17 send-off from Chiefs fans at Arrowhead Stadium, the 36-year-old tight end had everyone wondering if he'd call it a career. But following Kansas City's season finale loss to the Las Vegas Raiders, Kelce made his intentions crystal clear to general manager Brett Veach: he's coming back for the 2026 season.

In a recent interview with SiriusXM NFL radio, Veach revealed that Kelce wasted no time in letting the front office know his plans. Within 24 hours of that final game, the veteran had already popped into Veach's office during player exit interviews.

"He basically said, 'I'm not going out like this,'" Veach recalled. "He told me, 'Let's take a few weeks off, but let's plan on me being here.'"

The news shouldn't come as a total surprise to those who've watched Kelce's career. Signed to a one-year, $12 million deal back in March, the future Hall of Famer has been the heart and soul of Kansas City's offense alongside quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Veach emphasized that their bond goes beyond the typical player relationship—it's almost brotherly.

"There's an element of Travis wanting to see Pat through this rehab process," Veach added, hinting at the deep loyalty between the two superstars.

For Chiefs fans, this is the kind of news that makes the offseason a little brighter. Knowing early that Kelce would be back allowed the team to plan their roster moves with confidence. And for a competitor like Kelce, who turns 37 this October, there's still plenty of magic left in those hands. Whether you're rocking his red jersey or just appreciate greatness on the field, one thing's for sure: No. 87 isn't done writing his legacy in Kansas City.