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Travis Kelce may not be catching so many passes from Patrick Mahomes this year, but the Kansas City Chiefs tight end is still playing a key role on Andy Reid’s team in the 2024 NFL season.

Travis Kelce‘s stats in the 2024 NFL season are far from impressive, but the Kansas City Chiefs veteran tight end continues to play a key role for Andy Reid in the offense led by Patrick Mahomes.

While the 35-year-old hasn’t been the quarterback’s go-to player in the passing game so far, Kelce has helped other offensive players make an impact for the Chiefs. Not only by drawing the attention from defenses, but also by blocking opponents.

Kelce showed off his ability as a blocker during the Chiefs’ 28-18 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. While he recorded only four catches on five targets for 17 yards, his coach knows the player’s contribution is bigger than what the numbers suggest.

He’s so willing to do that. He just wants to win, is what he wants to do, and make sure we’re doing well offensively. He isn’t selfish that way – he just wants to be in there…,” Reid said, via Jordan Foote of Sports Illustrated.