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NFL fans shocked after Travis Kelce signs a three-year, $54.7 million deal with Chiefs
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Travis Kelce has signed a new three-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs, sparking strong reactions from NFL fans over both the timing and value of the contract.

The veteran tight end remains one of the most recognisable figures in the league.

But the latest deal has quickly divided opinion across the fanbase.


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Travis Kelce’s Kansas City Chiefs contract details

NFL confirmed the deal as the Kansas City Chiefs extended Travis Kelce on a lucrative new contract.

“[Kansas City] Chiefs sign TE Travis Kelce to three-year, $54.7M deal,” the tweet revealed.

The agreement keeps Kelce tied to the franchise as one of Patrick Mahomes’ key targets, reinforcing continuity within the Chiefs’ offense.

However, the length and value of the deal have quickly become a talking point given his age and recent production.

NFL fans react to Travis Kelce’s new Chiefs deal

NFL fans responded strongly to Travis Kelce’s new contract, with many questioning the value of the deal.

Some reactions were sharply critical, with one saying, “37-year-old washed TE who dropped off a cliff getting $18M/year is the biggest robbery in Chiefs history.”

Others echoed similar concerns, including, “Such a bad deal. He is so old and his performance lately kind of sucks.”

There was also scepticism about the long-term aspect, with comments like, “He ain’t staying that full 3 years.”

Some responses took a broader view, suggesting “Chiefs paying for nostalgia and Swift tickets” and even calling it “so much money for a mid TE.”

All things considered, Kelce will likely enter the new season with a chip on his shoulder to prove his critics wrong.

This article first appeared on HITC and was syndicated with permission.

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