Philadelphia Eagles at Kansas City Chiefs.
Kelce versus Kelce.
After the Eagles’ 31-7 NFC Championship victory over the 49ers, Eagles center Jason Kelce said, “I got a Kansas City sweatshirt, I’m going to wear it for the next three hours, and then that’s it for the rest of the year.” “In three hours, I will no longer be a Chiefs fan, win or lose.”
Kelce would learn hours later that his younger brother, Chiefs TE Travis Kelce, would be on the other side of the field on Super Bowl Sunday after Harrison Butker kicked a 45-yard field goal with three seconds remaining to give the Chiefs a 23-20 victory over the Bengals in the AFC Championship game.
Jason Kelce remarked even before the AFC championship game’s outcome was determined, “For those who believe the NFL is scripted, it’s really good evidence, maybe.” It’s been a great year for Trav and I on numerous levels, and it’d be a thrill to play against him, Andy Reid, and a lot of other recognizable faces over there as well.
Travis Kelce stated, “I haven’t spoken to him yet” after catching seven passes for 78 yards and a touchdown against the Bengals. “It’s a great situation to be in. My mom can’t lose. It will be an incredible experience to perform in it. Due to my love for my brother, you won’t find me engaging in excessive trash talk. Without a doubt, it will be an emotional game for me.
Travis Kelce was likewise excited after Sunday’s victory, yelling with a Ric Flair accent, “Woo! Burrowing owl, my arse! Woo! “This is Mahomes’ home!” Some Bengals players reportedly referred to Arrowhead Stadium as “Burrowhead” in honor of Joe Burrow, who had never lost to the Chiefs prior to Sunday.
“I’ve got some wise words for that Cincinnati mayor,” said the Chiefs’ tight end, channeling The Rock, in reference to Cincinnati mayor Aftab Pureval, who had participated in some trash talk. “Know your place and keep your mouth shut, you jerk!”
— Mark Cannizzaro in Kansas City, Missouri
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