The choices were very limited in the previous era. Coaching teams or becoming a scout were the primary paths of survival. Very few thought outside of the box. The situation has undergone a drastic change in the last decade. Players these days diversify their interests even before announcing their retirement.
Kelce, for example, started his podcast journey with his brother and retired Eagles center Jason Kelce. He also dabbled in Hollywood by hosting game shows and making guest appearances in TV dramas. However, there’s still one other field Travis Kelce wants to explore.
I wanna see what calling a game feels like… Getting in the booth.
Kelce told Lewan
Lewan and co-host Will Compton brought up Tom Brady’s name. The 7x Super Bowl winner made his debut as an announcer for FOX Sports last season after signing a 10-year contract.
It was a ton of money. I have always felt like, impersonated guys that call games while growing up, and I always thought it would be fun.
Unfortunately, Lewan and Compton did not get the pleasure of watching Kelce cover a clip because Kelce felt too shy to go through with it.
The Chiefs fans would love to see Kelce succeed the voice of Kansas City football, Mitch Holthus. The legendary play-by-play announcer has covered the AFC West giants since 1994.
However, Kelce has unfinished business as a football player. He still wants to win games and lift another Lombardi Trophy.