KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Chiefs are targeting a blockbuster trade to replace Travis Kelce, sources told ESPN. A young Bears tight end emerges as the perfect fit to spark a new era.
Bleacher Report suggests Kansas City eyes Cole Kmet, 26, from Chicago. Kmet recorded 47 receptions, 474 yards, and 4 touchdowns in 2024, poised to succeed Kelce, per NFL.com.
Kelce, nearing 36, faces retirement talks. With $11.2 million in cap space, the Chiefs aim to rejuvenate their offense around Patrick Mahomes, per Spotrac, post-Super Bowl LIX.
Kmet, coached by Chiefs OC Matt Nagy in Chicago, fits Andy Reid’s system. He could complement Noah Gray, forming a dynamic tight end duo, per The Athletic.
In 2023, Kmet shone with 73 receptions, 719 yards, and 6 touchdowns. Paired with Mahomes, he could elevate to new heights as a key weapon, per Pro-Football-Reference.
Chiefs Kingdom buzzes: “Kmet’s our future!” fans cheer, per local reports. The trade could reshape Kansas City’s offense for a Super Bowl LX run.
The Bears, after drafting Colston Loveland, may let Kmet go. The trade’s price tag remains unclear, but GM Brett Veach is ready to act, per Bleacher Report.
As training camp looms, the Chiefs chase Super Bowl glory. Can Kmet inherit Kelce’s legacy? Stay tuned to ESPN for updates on this blockbuster move!
