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Kelce to play on while Chiefs move for Super Bowl MVP

Kelce to play on while Chiefs move for Super Bowl MVP

Summary

Travis Kelce will continue with the Kansas City Chiefs for a 14th season, despite being out of contract. The Chiefs have also signed running back Kenneth Walker, who was the Most Valuable Player (MVP) in last season's Super Bowl.

Key Facts

  • Travis Kelce, a veteran player, has been with the Kansas City Chiefs for 13 seasons.
  • Kelce has decided to play another season, despite receiving more lucrative offers from other teams.
  • Kelce agreed to a one-year deal worth up to $15 million.
  • The Kansas City Chiefs missed the play-offs last season for the first time since 2014.
  • Kenneth Walker, the Super Bowl MVP, signed a three-year deal with the Chiefs worth up to $45 million.
  • In the last post-season, Walker led in most carries, rushing yards, and rushing touchdowns.
  • Walker is the first running back to be the Super Bowl MVP since 1998.
  • Walker will be the first Super Bowl MVP to move to a new team immediately since 2003.

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