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Glenn Erby

Twitter reacts to Jason Kelce announcing his retirement from the NFL

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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.

Thomas Peterson

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – SEPTEMBER 14: Jason Kelce #62 of the Philadelphia Eagles talks with Brian O’Neill #75 of the Minnesota Vikings after the Eagles defeated the Vikings 34-28 at Lincoln Financial Field on September 14, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Philly Talk Podcast

Nov 27, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) catches the snap from center Jason Kelce (62) during the fourth quarter against the Green Bay Packers at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

George Basile

Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce (62) prepares to snap the ball at the line of scrimmage against the San Francisco 49ers during an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)

Crossing Broad

Dec 10, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Jordan Mailata (68) and offensive tackle Lane Johnson (65) and center Jason Kelce (62) walk off the field after the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports

Jeff Kerr

Nov 3, 2022; Houston, Texas, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) and center Jason Kelce (62) watch a replay on a screen on the sideline during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Cole Jackson

Oct 11, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce (62) during warmups before game against the New Orleans Saints at Lincoln Financial Field. The Eagles defeated the Saints, 39-17. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Brandon Lee Gowton

Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce (62) runs a plat against the Denver Broncos in the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov 14, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo/Bart Young)

Cowboys Fan Talk

Nov 1, 2020; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce (62) snaps the ball to quarterback Carson Wentz (11) against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Derrick Gunn

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – DECEMBER 18: Jason Kelce #62 and D’Andre Swift #0 of the Philadelphia Eagles high five in the first half at Lumen Field on December 18, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Chris Franklin

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – DECEMBER 18: Jason Kelce #62 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on before a game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on December 18, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Crossing Broad

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – JANUARY 07: Jason Kelce #62 of the Philadelphia Eagles directs his team during the first half in the game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on January 07, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Pat McAfee

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – DECEMBER 18: Jason Kelce #62 of the Philadelphia Eagles and the Philadelphia Eagles offense huddles inthe first half at Lumen Field on December 18, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Jakib Media

TAMPA, FLORIDA – JANUARY 15: Head coach Nick Sirianni and Jason Kelce #62 of the Philadelphia Eagles hug during the NFC Wild Card game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on January 15, 2024 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Nolan Foster

Oct 14, 2021; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) celebrates with center Jason Kelce (62) after running for a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Eagles Nation

Oct 3, 2021; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce (62) reacts toward the referee over a penalty that costs the Eagles a touchdown during the third quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Kevin Negandhi

Nov 28, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) lines up behind center Jason Kelce (62) and offensive guard Stefen Wisniewski (61) and offensive guard Isaac Seumalo (73) against the Green Bay Packers at Lincoln Financial Field. The Green Bay Packers won 27-13. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Josh Norris

ORLANDO, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 04: Jason Kelce #62 of the Philadelphia Eagles snaps the ball Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles and NFC during the first quarter of the 2024 NFL Pro Bowl Games at Camping World Stadium on February 04, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

Barstool Sports

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) gets set to take the ball from center Jason Kelce (62) against the Detroit Lions during an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)
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