Summary
The Kansas City Chiefs have signed Travis Kelce to a new contract. Despite Kelce's return, ESPN analysts believe the Chiefs should consider picking his future replacement in the 2026 NFL Draft. The analysts suggest selecting Kenyon Sadiq, a promising former Oregon player, due to his impressive athletic skills.
Key Facts
- Travis Kelce's new contract with the Chiefs could pay him up to $57 million but is likely a one-year $12 million deal with $3 million in incentives.
- In 2025, Kelce caught 76 passes for 851 yards and scored five touchdowns.
- Kelce has matched NFL legend Jerry Rice for consecutive seasons with at least 800 receiving yards, achieving this for 12 years in a row.
- ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr suggests the Chiefs look for Kelce's replacement in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- The ESPN mock draft predicts that the Chiefs will choose Kenyon Sadiq with the No. 9 overall pick.
- Kenyon Sadiq showed standout performances during the NFL Combine, ranking high in speed and jump metrics among tight ends.
- Sadiq's versatility in both passing and running plays makes him a strong candidate for future offensive strategies.
