""It's just integrity, man," Kelce said following Friday's practice. "I signed up to be a Chief, and I love doing what I do. I know I've been dreaming of being in these moments and playing for an NFL team since I was a kid. Getting back to that will give you more motivation than you could ever need. That's just how you need to go about work, whether you're in the [playoff] race or not.""
""I think I'd rather just keep the focus on this team, right now," Kelce said. "All the conversations that I have with the team moving forward will be with them. It's a unique time in my life. I've got three games left. Unfortunately, I've got three games left and I know when the season ends. Just trying to"
Travis Kelce plans to play each of the Chiefs' final three games despite Kansas City's elimination from the postseason. He acknowledges those games could be the final contests of his 13-year NFL career and frames his participation as a matter of integrity and commitment to teammates. Kelce said he signed up to be a Chief and that returning to game moments provides strong motivation. He plans to decide whether to retire or return by early March while remaining in the final year of his contract. Kelce referenced his brother Jason's retirement and emphasized keeping focus on the team for the remaining games.
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