Travis Kelce put pen to paper on a new three-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs, valued at up to $57 million with incentives. Moments before completing the signing, quarterback Patrick Mahomes jumped on a video call to offer congratulations.
In the clip shared by the Chiefs, Mahomes exclaims, “Congrats, man.” Kelce replies enthusiastically, “What’s up, one five?” referencing Mahomes’ jersey number. Mahomes adds, “Home sweet home, with the beard too. I just wanted to call to say congratulations. I know you’ve got stuff going on.”
Renewed Partnership Amid Retirement Rumors
The 36-year-old tight end silenced brief speculation about retirement, especially ahead of his wedding to Taylor Swift. Kelce’s return bolsters the Chiefs’ lineup alongside his longtime teammate.
Mahomes continues rehabilitation from season-ending ACL surgery sustained on December 14. The three-time Super Bowl champion remains a key figure for the team.
Chiefs Bolster Quarterback Depth
The Chiefs recently acquired quarterback Justin Fields from the New York Jets. Fields could step in as a starter if Mahomes faces delays in his recovery.
Steakhouse Draws Sharp Criticism
Kelce and Mahomes’ Kansas City steakhouse, 1587 Prime, opened in September and initially gained buzz from visits by Super Bowl stars, Swift, and Mahomes’ wife Brittany. However, negative reviews have mounted.
TikToker Nicole Rose described her $650 meal as “the worst fine-dining experience I’ve ever had.” She highlighted delays, including a 45-minute wait for a $33 martini prepared tableside, incorrect drinks, poor service, and missing steak sauces. Her $100 steak arrived overcooked, and fried chicken at $25 fell short. Rose praised only the mashed potatoes, broccoli, and bread roll. The visit was particularly disappointing as her out-of-town friends joined, one departing for six months in the army.
Earlier, critic Liz Cook called 1587 Prime a “child-like idea of luxury” with “rehashed ideas… and lazy local outsourcing.” She noted, “There is no need for anything this mediocre to cost this much,” labeling it a “parched vision of luxury.”
