Travis Kelce gave some good news to fans.

The Kansas City Chiefs gave fans something to smile about in a tough December. The team announced Tuesday that Travis Kelce earned a Pro Bowl selection for the 2025 season. The news came in as retirement talk continues to follow the longtime tight end.

The Chiefs shared the update on social media with a simple caption: “Pro bowlin’.” Kelce joins three teammates on the AFC roster, defensive tackle Chris Jones, center Creed Humphrey, and guard Trey Smith.

The honor came during a bad stretch for the defending AFC champions. Injuries and losses ended Kansas City’s playoff hopes earlier than expected. Still, Kelce’s selection shows his steady impact during a difficult year.

Pro Bowl Honor Shines Amid Kelce’s Uncertain Future

Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce (Denny Medley-Imagn Images)
Travis Kelce now has 11 Pro Bowl selections, making the game every year since his third NFL season. He also has seven All-Pro honors, with this year’s results still to be announced.

Kelce has performed well despite Kansas City’s struggles, recording 68 catches for 803 yards and five touchdowns through 15 games. Two games remain, but injuries at quarterback made the whole scenario different.

Patrick Mahomes didn’t make the Pro Bowl roster and is listed as an alternate. A knee injury ended his season in Week 15 against the Chargers, also ending the Chiefs’ 10-year playoff streak. Mahomes had made the Pro Bowl in each of his first six years as a starter and finished sixth in MVP voting last season despite a 15-2 record.

The injuries have only created thoughts about changes in Kansas City. Analysts wonder if Kelce will return next season, noting his body language and recent comments, though he hasn’t given a clear answer.

“I’d rather keep the focus of the media and everything on this team right now,” Kelce said during a Dec. 19 press conference. “All the conversations I have with the team and everything moving forward will be with them.”

Kelce also spoke about the season’s pressure. “I think it’s a unique time in my life,” he said. “Unfortunately I’ve got three games left, and I know when the season ends this year.”

Since Mahomes became the starter in 2018, the Chiefs have reached five Super Bowls and won three. That stretch made them one of the NFL’s best teams. For now, Kelce’s Pro Bowl selection gives fans a bright spot as the team faces big questions about the future.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.