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Glenn Erby

Eagles players, owner Jeffrey Lurie react to Jason Kelce announcing his retirement

Jason Kelce Jeffrey Lurie Eagles NFL Philadelphia Eagles Beau Allen Brandon Brooks Darius Slay Jeff Stoutland Nakobe Dean

In what can only be described as the most eloquent and passionate retirement speech you’ll ever hear, Jason Kelce has walked away from the NFL after 13 seasons.

A sixth-round draft pick out of the University of Cincinnati in 2011, Kelce started and played in 193 games over his 13 seasons.

Jason Kelce is the fifth center in NFL history with at least six All-Pro selections. The other four — Jim Otto, Bulldog Turner, Dermotti Dawson, and Jim Ringo — are all in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

With the Eagles officially moving into another era, here’s the Twitter and fan reaction to Kelce’s announcement.

Darius Slay

TAMPA, FLORIDA – JANUARY 15: Jason Kelce #62 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up prior to the NFC Wild Card Playoffs against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on January 15, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Boston Scott

Dec 25, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott (35) and New York Giants safety Xavier McKinney (29) in action during the first quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Nakobe Dean

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – NOVEMBER 05: Nakobe Dean #17 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts during the second quarter in the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field on November 05, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Beau Allen

Oct 26, 2014; Glendale, AZ, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Beau Allen (94) against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Cardinals defeated the Eagles 24-20. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Brandon Brooks

Nov 24, 2019; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles offensive guard Brandon Brooks (79) and center Jason Kelce (62) against the Seattle Seahawks at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Jeffrey Lurie

Feb 4, 2018; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie hoists the Vince Lombardi Trophy next to head coach Doug Pederson after Super Bowl LII against the New England Patriots at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Jeff Stoutland

Eagles Offensive Line and Run Game Coordinator Jeff Stoutland speaks to the offensive line Sunday against the Panthers.Sports Eagles Panthers

Eric Allen

Oct 18, 1992; Washington, DC, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Eric Allen (21) during the game against the Washington Redskins at RFK Stadium. FILE PHOTO; Mandatory Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Troy Aikman

PHILADELPHIA, : Philadelphia Eagles Jimmie Jones (L) and William Thomas (R) sack Dallas Cowboys’ quarterback Troy Aikman in the first quarter 26 October in Philadelphia, PA. Aikman got up but was unable to play the rest of the game. The Eagles won 13-12. AFP PHOTO Tom MIHALEK (Photo credit should read TOM MIHALEK/AFP via Getty Images)

Zach Ertz

May 10, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles second round draft pick tight end Zach Ertz (86) addresses the media during rookie minicamp at the Philadelphia Eagles NovaCare Complex. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Stefen Wisniewski

PHILADELPHIA, PA – NOVEMBER 13: Stefen Wisniewski #61 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts after a field goal by Caleb Sturgis #6 during the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Falcons during a game at Lincoln Financial Field on November 13, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles defeated the Falcons 24-15. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)

Darius Slay

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – NOVEMBER 26: Darius Slay #2 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts during the first half of the game against the Buffalo Bills at Lincoln Financial Field on November 26, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Miles Sanders

Oct 16, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders (26) celebrates his touchdown with center Jason Kelce (62) and tight end Dallas Goedert (88) against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Shaun Bradley

Oct 10, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Shaun Bradley (54) reacts after recovering a blocked punt during the second half against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Douglas DeFelice-USA TODAY Sports

Brian Dawkins

PHILADELPHIA – SEPTEMBER 21: Brian Dawkins #22 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates recovering a fumble and the sack of Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half on September 21, 2008 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 15-6.(Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty Images)

Kansas City Chiefs

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – NOVEMBER 20: Jason Kelce #62 of the Philadelphia Eagles talks to brother Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs after their game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 20, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)

Lane Johnson

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – NOVEMBER 25: Jason Kelce #62 of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts after he is called for a penalty as teammate Lane Johnson #65 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on in the first half against the New York Giants at Lincoln Financial Field on November 25, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
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