Travis Kelce drops the pass… and Chiefs fans drop their patience

Travis Kelce is going through one of those weeks no veteran wants to face. In the highly anticipated matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles—a rematch of Super Bowl LIX—the tight end made a mistake that didn’t go unnoticed. Kelce dropped a crucial pass that led to an interception and sealed the defeat for his team. Even though he led the Chiefs in receiving yards with 61, his performance couldn’t make up for the decisive error that triggered a wave of criticism across social media.

Outlets like TheSportsRush captured the digital pulse after the game. On X (formerly Twitter), the comments were as harsh as they were creative. “Travis Kelce is more washed than a toddler’s diaper,” one user wrote. That line summed up the frustration and disappointment many fans felt after the loss.

Travis kelce is more washed than a toddlers cloth diaper

— MillenialMillionaires (@milmillinetwork) September 14, 2025

Losing streak

But the anger isn’t just about this one game. In his last two appearances, Travis Kelce has been involved in plays that directly impacted the outcome. One fumble and a sequence that ended in an injury to wide receiver Xavier Worthy have added fuel to the fire.

Off the field, the noise hasn’t quieted either. His recent engagement to pop star Taylor Swift has been pointed to by some as a distraction. Viral comments like “Bro got engaged and forgot how to catch” have only amplified the narrative that Travis Kelce isn’t fully focused. While that take may seem superficial, in the world of professional sports, any external factor becomes fair game for debate.

Bro got engaged and forgot how to catch.

— Ahmari (@AhmariLillardJr) September 14, 2025

Is it time to retire?

Beyond the memes and easy criticism, a legitimate question is starting to surface: Are we witnessing the beginning of Travis Kelce’s decline?. With 13 seasons in the NFL, multiple Pro Bowl selections, and two Super Bowl rings, his legacy is secure. Still, the present demands answers. The Chiefs need to break their losing streak, and Kelce must step up if he wants to remain among the elite at his position.

The good news for the veteran is that next week’s opponent is the New York Giants—a defense that has already allowed over 100 yards and a touchdown to tight ends this season. It’s a chance for redemption for Travis Kelce, but also a test of character. Because in the NFL, history isn’t enough—you have to keep writing it with results.

 

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