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Travis Kelce makes history in win over Falcons
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce made history during the Chiefs' win over the Falcons. Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce makes history in win over Falcons

The Kansas City Chiefs barely defeated the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Even though Andy Reid's squad moved to 14-1 with the 17-14 win, that's not what everyone was talking about. 

During Sunday's game, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce made history. He became the first tight end in NFL history with multiple 100-plus catch seasons and also set the single-season receiving yards record by a tight end. 

Kelce reeled in seven receptions for 98 yards and a score against Atlanta, bringing his season totals to 105 receptions, 1,416 yards and 11 touchdowns. His receiving yardage broke George Kittle's previous record of 1,377 yards in a single season, which he set in 2018. 

The 31-year-old topped 1,000 receiving yards for the fifth straight year this season, which is the best mark for a tight end in NFL history. He also earned his sixth consecutive Pro Bowl selection. 

Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh is a Boston sports fan through and through. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bridgewater State University and currently is in pursuit of her Master's Degree in Journalism from Northeastern University. Follow her on Twitter @ewalsh90

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