When the Philadelphia Eagles saw their season come to an end in the wild-card round, Jason Kelce’s emotional reaction on the sidelines and in the tunnel pointed to a likely end of his legendary playing career. On Monday, that became official.
The longtime Eagles center announced his retirement in a press conference where he looked back at his 13-year NFL career. Kelce arrived to the podium ready to read a prepared statement, but he immediately broke down in tears — realizing in real time how difficult the announcement was going to be.
This was the scene at the Eagles’ facility in Philadelphia.
Nobody cares more about this game than @JasonKelce. ❤️😢 pic.twitter.com/FEnllKeDtR
— NFL (@NFL) March 4, 2024
As tears streamed down his face, Kelce continued on with his statement. He ends his career as a surefire future Hall of Famer with a Super Bowl ring and seven Pro Bowl appearances.
NFL fans understandably were feeling all the emotions as Kelce made his announcement. It’s truly the end of an era for Philly sports.
This was how Twitter reacted
— New Heights (@newheightshow) March 4, 2024
Thanks for everything, Jason! #FlyEaglesFly https://t.co/rOXccGje6k pic.twitter.com/4u7lKJE162
— Konnor Pierson-Ward (@TFD_Konnor) March 4, 2024
Wish it would have ended better for him than what it did. It’s clear that he absolutely loves this game. Wishing him a happy retirement https://t.co/VqCxm7Ds9g pic.twitter.com/AKPwKzZbB9
— Zeb Walker (@zeb_walker) March 4, 2024
i literally feel like i was stabbed in the chest he is so good with words and i am not okay😭 https://t.co/R5cF4aXb4I
— k.⸆⸉ 💭(tortured poet era) (@kiralovestaylor) March 4, 2024
So much emotion. Hard to wrap my head around these athletes who have to retire from their life’s work in their mid-30’s. I feel like I’m just getting started.
Congrats to Jason Kelce on a Hall of Fame career. 🦅 https://t.co/KoO0v7MOVg
— Brandon Kravitz (@BrandonKravitz) March 4, 2024
Jason Kelce made me cry on my birthday https://t.co/Wh1lzKGyqf
— Aspen (@aspenwi11iams) March 4, 2024
This makes me so sad.
Hate to hear he is retiring.
Truly one of the great centers of football. https://t.co/KWGxOisAea— Marisa Marino (@mustbemarisa87) March 4, 2024
Jason Kelce is a national treasure.
We must protect him at all costs https://t.co/y2YIoGVt2K
— Bobbi’s World 🌵 (@notwhiskeybobbi) March 4, 2024
I am unwell. https://t.co/T4VBkcaR8U
— Matthew Betz (@TheFantasyPT) March 4, 2024
How can you not love Jason Kelce? https://t.co/Bm5BFNEQnJ
— Brandon “Foots” (@welplookathim) March 4, 2024
DON’T DO THIS TO ME I’VE ALREADY CRIED IN CLASS ONCE TODAY OVER THE SURPRISE SONGS https://t.co/lHkSQWnINx
— delanaisdelicate (@idioticxfool13) March 4, 2024
Gonna miss this dude on the field. 🥺 https://t.co/wl2NB4oZe3
— Emily Waldon (@EmilyCWaldon) March 4, 2024
