Rob Gronkowski Drops Bombshell Advice for Travis Kelce: “He’s Got More Left!”

The Kansas City Chiefs and their star tight end, Travis Kelce, faced a tough ending to their dominant three-year run after falling short in Super Bowl LIX to the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles’ 40-22 victory kept the Chiefs from clinching a “three-peat,” leaving fans and the team wondering what the future holds. As the dust settles, one of the biggest questions surrounding the Chiefs is whether Kelce, already a three-time Super Bowl champion, will call it quits.

Kelce, known for his explosive playmaking and unshakable connection with quarterback Patrick Mahomes, has had an illustrious career that many would consider worthy of a Hall of Fame induction. The 35-year-old tight end has been a cornerstone of the Chiefs’ offense for years, revolutionizing his position along the way. After the Super Bowl loss, however, Kelce hinted at uncertainty regarding his future, fueling speculation about his potential retirement.

While many fans and pundits believe a win in Super Bowl LIX would have been the perfect ending to his career, Kelce has not made any firm decisions about his next steps. This lingering uncertainty has only heightened the buzz, and while Kelce may be considering retirement, not everyone thinks it’s time for him to hang up the cleats just yet.

Enter Rob Gronkowski.

The legendary tight end, who has retired and come back to play in the NFL, gave his own bombshell advice to Kelce during an appearance on Up and Adams this week. Gronkowski, a close peer to Kelce, surprised many when he suggested that the Chiefs’ tight end still has plenty left in the tank. “I believe he can go at least another 2 years,” Gronkowski boldly stated. “We’re talking his stats being down. How are your stats down if you have 80-plus catches at 35 years old?”

Gronkowski’s words hold significant weight, considering his own illustrious career and his ability to return to form after taking time off. His suggestion that Kelce could still perform at a high level for at least two more years would likely resonate with the Chiefs, who may need their star player to remain in top form as they look to reclaim the AFC crown in the face of rising competition from teams like the Buffalo Bills and Baltimore Ravens.

In 2024, Kelce still managed 97 receptions for 823 yards and three touchdowns. While his yardage and touchdowns were career lows, his reception total was consistent with his prime years. The connection between Kelce and Mahomes remained strong, even if it wasn’t as explosive as it had been in previous seasons. The Chiefs’ offense, however, may need more from their receiving corps to stay competitive, regardless of whether Kelce decides to continue playing.

Kelce has been a game-changer for the Chiefs for so long that it’s hard to imagine the offense without him. His leadership, consistency, and unmatched ability to make key plays in crucial moments make him irreplaceable. And while there’s no telling if Kelce will heed Gronkowski’s advice, one thing is for sure: the decision to retire is entirely in his hands.

As Kelce contemplates what the next chapter of his career holds, one thing is clear—Rob Gronkowski believes that there’s still more greatness to come from the Chiefs’ legend. Whether Kelce sees that for himself is yet to be determined, but if he decides to take Gronkowski’s advice, Kansas City could be in for a few more seasons of magic from one of the NFL’s all-time greats.