“Sh*t ton of money”: Travis Kelce throws subtle shade at Tom Brady’s $375 million contract with FOX Sports | NFL News
As Travis Kelce gears up for his 13th NFL season, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end is thinking beyond the field—and into the broadcast booth. In a recent appearance on the Bussin’ With The Boys podcast, the 35-year-old superstar didn’t hold back his thoughts on Tom Brady’s eye-popping $375 million contract with FOX Sports, describing it bluntly as “a [expletive] ton of money.”
Travis Kelce reacts to Tom Brady’s record-breaking commentator salary and hints at post-NFL future
Travis Kelce’s candid reaction to Brady’s historic deal—the largest in sports broadcasting history—offers more than just locker-room banter. It hints at his own post-retirement aspirations, which could include a transition into sports commentary once he decides to hang up his cleats.“I want to see what calling a game feels like,” Kelce admitted, sharing his long-standing fascination with sports broadcasters. “I mean, everybody saw that one. Yeah, it was a sh*t ton of money. No, I’ve always, I feel like, impersonated guys that call the games and stuff like that growing up. And I don’t know, I thought it would always be fun. Just jump in there.”
After a challenging 2024 season, which ended with a Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles and a personal stat line that fell below his usual standards—97 receptions, 823 yards, and just three touchdowns—Kelce appears to be looking to reignite his spark. Though retirement isn’t imminent, it’s clear he’s entertaining life beyond the gridiron.Brady’s success off the field seems to be influencing the future Hall of Famer, not just with his FOX role but also as a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders and entrepreneur behind ventures like CardVault. For Kelce, whose profile has exploded further thanks to his high-profile relationship with Taylor Swift, the business of football is becoming just as important as the game itself.Also Read: Travis Kelce caught off guard by Taylor Swift’s surprise lyric as he awkwardly misses high-five from his future father-in-lawKelce’s charisma, quick wit, and media presence make him a natural fit for the booth. His New Heights podcast with brother Jason Kelce is already a hit, and his growing comfort in front of the camera suggests that commentary could be a seamless transition. As fans watch Kelce chase his fourth Lombardi Trophy, many will also be wondering: how long before he trades the playbook for a microphone?
