Travis Kelce’s on-field antics prompted reactions from across the NFL community, including his teammates. Patrick Mahomes, for example, wasn’t bothered by Travis’ passionate display. “That moment right there, that speaks to what kind of team we are, we all love it,” Mahomes said during an interview (via CBS Sports). The Chiefs quarterback went on to add, “Everybody loves the game, everybody wants to compete. Coach Reid wants to compete as well, you watch out or you might get a little bit too. That’s the mentality we’ve always had and that’s how we can win this kind of game.”
Travis also received understanding from other NFL players, including former New England Patriot and Philadelphia Eagles star Chris Long. “From the outside world, a Hall of Fame tight end bumping a Hall of Fame head coach might look bad, but without emotion, these two teams wouldn’t be where they are right now,” said Long on the “Inside the NFL” show (via Us Weekly).
Recently-retired NFL star Tom Brady also seemed to sympathize with Travis’s mindset. “I don’t mind seeing it because I was a part of a lot of those things,” said Brady during his “Let’s Go!” podcast (via Us Weekly). “Emotions are so high.” Brady also claimed that players can’t be “centered and balanced,” adding, You’re not in a meditative state at that point. You are fully determined to go out there and to win.”
