What Travis Kelce is refusing to do in Chiefs training camp as Andy Reid details ongoing battle

During Kansas City Chiefs training camp, head coach Andy Reid has been forced to regulate tight end Travis Kelce's involvement to prevent him from overexerting himself. The 36-year-old veteran is preparing for his 14th NFL season, and although he has made significant strides in his performance, he is resisting the traditional veteran rest days. The 2025 season was a disappointing one for the Chiefs, ending with a 6-11 record, and both Kelce and quarterback Patrick Mahomes are eager to bounce back in the upcoming campaign.

Reid has been impressed by Kelce's professionalism and the positive influence he has on the younger players on the team. However, he has had to limit Kelce's snaps in practice due to the tight end's desire to stay on the field. "You gotta pull Travis – otherwise, he'll stay out on every play," Reid said on Monday. "We have a rotation for him, and if he hears the next play and it's one he kind of likes, you have to fight him to get him off the field."

Despite this, Reid admires Kelce's energy and dedication in encouraging the younger players to challenge each other. With the Chiefs relying heavily on Kelce's performance, it is crucial that he returns at his best following a regression in his output over the past three seasons.