Kelce Brothers Debate Eagles’ Super Bowl Hero’s Deal—Travis Is Not Impressed!

In the latest episode of their New Heights podcast, the Kelce brothers, Travis and Jason, took a deep dive into the hot topic of Saquon Barkley’s groundbreaking new contract with the Philadelphia Eagles. While both brothers expressed their excitement for the star running back’s monumental achievement, Travis Kelce’s reaction to the details of the deal made it clear that not everyone is thrilled with Barkley’s incentives-laden contract.

Barkley’s two-year, $41.2 million extension—making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history—came after an extraordinary season that saw him rush for a franchise-record 2,005 yards and lead the Eagles to a Super Bowl victory. His contract is historic in that it’s the first time a running back has earned more than $20 million in a season, a significant milestone for the position.

On the podcast, Jason, now two seasons retired from the NFL, spoke fondly of Barkley’s accomplishment, acknowledging the incredible performance that led to the contract. However, when Travis expressed his disdain for the deal’s incentive structure, the conversation quickly took a turn.

“Ew,” Travis said, clearly unimpressed when Jason mentioned that $15 million of Barkley’s new deal is tied to incentives. “I don’t like that. I don’t like that one bit.”

Jason, ever the seasoned veteran, was quick to defend the structure, pointing out that incentive-laden contracts are not uncommon in the NFL and typically revolve around performance-based milestones like making the Pro Bowl or being named an All-Pro. But Travis was skeptical, questioning the fairness of such clauses.

“Does he have to get a 2,000-yard season every year?” Travis shot back, his incredulity clear. “Ew! Damn, that’s [expletive] up.”

As the conversation continued, Jason reminded his brother that players often have to rely on external factors, such as votes for accolades, to trigger certain incentives. That didn’t sit well with Travis, who seemed particularly disturbed by the uncertainty of depending on others’ votes for his pay.

“So you have to rely on someone’s vote to get your incentive?” Travis asked. “Ew!”

While Travis’ reaction may have been harsh, it highlights the growing debate around contract structures in the NFL, particularly when it comes to how players at certain positions—like running back—are compensated for their high-impact roles. The Kelce brothers’ discussion also underscored their differing perspectives, with Jason’s deep experience in the league providing a more nuanced view, while Travis, the Chiefs’ star tight end, seemed more critical of the incentives tied to Barkley’s landmark deal.

For Barkley, the contract represents a major victory, and despite the back-and-forth on the New Heights podcast, the deal solidifies his place in NFL history. As for the Kelce brothers, the debate is far from over, with each bringing their own unique insights and experiences to the table.