Travis Kelce has put himself in the postseason record books once again.
The 35-year-old Kansas City Chiefs star helped his team beat the Houston Texans 23-14 in the divisional round and advance to the AFC. championship game.
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With 13:30 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, Kelce surpassed the 100-yard mark with an 18-yard reception that put the ball on the Texans' 8-yard line.
hunting Kelce helped pass NFL wide receiver legend Jerry Rice for the most 100-yard games in the NFL Postseason date With nine.
On the same drive, Kelce would continue his impressive day, hitting an 11-yard touchdown pass as Patrick Mahomes was on the ground.
The touchdown gave the Chiefs a 20-12 lead, and Andy Reid's team would later secure the win.
NFL fans shared messages to Kelce regarding his playoff receiving record.
“Kelce is the GOAT at TE. Without a doubt!” one wrote.
“What a career Travis has,” another commented.
“Congratulations to him,” a third added.
Kelce had already broken Rice's postseason receptions record last season.
The 35-year-old also has the most receptions and receiving yards by a tight end in playoff history.
During the game, Kelce surpassed 2,000 postseason rushing yards – a feat previously accomplished only by Rice.
The 10-time Pro Bowler also became just the third player in NFL history with at least 100 receptions (including the postseason) in seven seasons, joining Rice and Arizona Cardinals icon Larry Fitzgerald.
Entering the postseason, Kelce had one of the worst seasons of his career in 2024.
He posted career lows in receiving yards (823) and touchdowns (3).
NFL division round schedule
Saturday, January 18, 4:30 PM ET (ESPN/ABC) – Houston Texans vs. Kansas City Chiefs
Saturday, January 18, 8 PM ET (FOX) – Washington Commanders at Detroit Lions
Sunday, January 19, 3pm ET (NBC) – Los Angeles Rams vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Sunday, January 19, 6:30 PM ET (CBS) – Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo Bills
Kelce can hope to put his past struggles to rest with his recent performances.
He broke records in front of girlfriend Taylor Swift at GEHA Field in Arrowhead.
Kelce and the Chiefs will face the winner of the Baltimore Ravens-Buffalo Bills match.
Kansas City will look to make its first three-peat in the league.
