Speaking at the NFL combine, Veach said that he got the impression that Kelce was “fired up” about playing next season. He added that the team hasn’t placed a deadline on Kelce for his decision — regardless of the cap implications with his contract.

General manager Brett Veach told reporters in Indianapolis on Tuesday that the team is "pretty optimistic" it can retain Smith, via NFL Media. Veach also noted that the Chiefs have "already had some good dialogue with [Smith]" and his agents at CAA.

The Chiefs are preparing to have Travis Kelce back in 2025, with GM Brett Veach saying he's "fired up" about playing another season.

The Kansas City Chiefs expect to see tight end Travis Kelce back on the field next season, general manager Brett Veach said on Tuesday, after the 10-time Pro Bowler raised the possibility of retirement following a brutal Super Bowl defeat.

Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach talked about the uncertainty surrounding Travis Kelce, who left the door open on retirement ahead of the 2025 NFL season.

Travis Kelce is eager to return for the 2025 season, according to Kansas City Chiefs General Manager Brett Veach. Veach dispelled retirement rumors, s

If the Chiefs take a big free-agent swing, Brett Veach indicated before the Super Bowl, it would be a player that checks this box.