Travis Kelce is a legend, no doubt. But even legends eventually hang up their cleats. The question isn't *if* the Kansas City Chiefs need to prepare for a future without Kelce, but *how* and *when*. While Kelce continues to defy Father Time with remarkable performances, whispers about the Chiefs strategically planning for the future are growing louder.
Recent draft picks and free agency acquisitions suggest the team is subtly building depth at the tight end position and exploring offensive schemes that don't solely rely on Kelce's dominance. This isn't to say they're replacing him now. Kelce is still Mahomes's go-to target. However, the smart move is to develop options and adapt the offense to ensure continued success when Kelce eventually steps away. Are we seeing the seeds of that post-Kelce era being sown? It certainly appears that way. Keep an eye on emerging talents and subtle shifts in play calling; they might be the clues to the Chiefs' long-term strategy.
