From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Jason Kelce made an impact.
Jason Kelce is a retired American professional football center who played for the Philadelphia Eagles for 13 seasons. Drafted in the sixth round in 2011, he played college football at the University of Cincinnati. Kelce is widely considered one of the greatest centers in NFL history, earning seven Pro Bowl selections and six first-team All-Pro honors. He was a key player in the Eagles' Super Bowl LII victory. Kelce retired after the 2023 season.
2007: Played in PapaJohns.com Bowl
In 2007, Jason Kelce saw action at center and guard in nine games for the Cincinnati Bearcats, contributing to their 31-21 victory over Southern Mississippi in the PapaJohns.com Bowl.
2008: Started at Left Guard
In 2008, as a sophomore, Jason Kelce started 13 games at left guard for the Cincinnati Bearcats, contributing to an offense that averaged 27.3 points and 375.3 yards per game.
2010: Moved to Center
In 2010, Jason Kelce was moved to center for his senior season with the Cincinnati Bearcats. He was also named Honorable Mention All-America and second-team All-Big East.
July 25, 2011: NFL Lockout Lifted
On July 25, 2011, the NFL lockout was lifted, allowing Jason Kelce to practice and sign a contract with the Philadelphia Eagles.
2011: Drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles
In 2011, Jason Kelce was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the sixth round of the NFL draft, marking the start of his professional football career.
2013: Named Best Center in the NFL by PFF
In 2013, Jason Kelce started all 16 games, led the way for the NFL's leading rusher, LeSean McCoy, and was graded by Pro Football Focus as the best center in the NFL for the season. He also won the Ed Block Courage Award.
February 27, 2014: Agreed to Contract Extension
On February 27, 2014, Jason Kelce agreed to a six-year, $37.5 million contract extension with the Philadelphia Eagles, securing his future with the team.
2015: Started All 16 Games
In 2015, Jason Kelce started in all 16 games for the Philadelphia Eagles. He was graded by PFF as the 7th-ranked center in the NFL.
2017: Won Super Bowl LII
In 2017, Jason Kelce started in all 16 games and was selected as a First-team All-Pro. He also won Run Blocker of the Year by PFF and won Super Bowl LII with the Eagles, defeating the New England Patriots 41-33.
March 2, 2019: Signed Contract Extension
On March 2, 2019, Jason Kelce signed a one-year contract extension with the Eagles through the 2021 season, ensuring his continued presence with the team.
2020: Started 100th Straight Game
In 2020, Jason Kelce started his 100th straight game with the Eagles, showcasing his consistency and durability. He was also elected to his 4th Pro Bowl.
March 5, 2021: Signed New Deal with Eagles
On March 5, 2021, Jason Kelce signed a new deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, continuing his career with the team.
2021: Contract Extended Through 2021 Season
In 2019, Jason Kelce signed a contract extension with the Eagles, securing his place on the team through the 2021 season. That same season, he was elected to his third Pro Bowl and received his third straight First-team All-Pro Honor.
March 11, 2022: Signed One-Year Deal
On March 11, 2022, Jason Kelce signed a new one-year deal with the Eagles worth $14 million, making him the highest paid center in the NFL.
September 2022: Launched New Heights Podcast
In September 2022, Jason Kelce and his brother, Travis, launched a weekly podcast called New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce, where they discuss the NFL and their games.
2022: Filming of Kelce Documentary
During the 2022 NFL season, the filming and production of the feature-length documentary 'Kelce' took place, offering a deep dive into Jason Kelce's football career and personal life.
March 15, 2023: Re-signed with the Eagles
On March 15, 2023, Jason Kelce re-signed with the Eagles on a one-year contract after considering retirement. He broke the Eagles record for most consecutive starts that year.
September 11, 2023: Kelce Documentary Released
On September 11, 2023, the feature-length documentary Kelce, examining Jason Kelce's football career and private life, was released on Amazon Prime Video.
November 9, 2023: Joined Commentary Booth for Thursday Night Football
On November 9, 2023, Jason Kelce joined Al Michaels and Kirk Herbstreit in the commentary booth during the live broadcast of the Week 10 NFL game between the Chicago Bears and the Carolina Panthers on Thursday Night Football, broadcast on Prime Video.
March 4, 2024: Announced Retirement
On March 4, 2024, Jason Kelce announced his retirement from the NFL, marking the end of his decorated 13-year career with the Philadelphia Eagles.
April 29, 2024: Joined ESPN's Monday Night Countdown
On April 29, 2024, it was announced that Jason Kelce would join ESPN's Monday Night Countdown, marking a new chapter in his post-NFL career.
November 21, 2024: Announced New Late-Night Sports Talk Show
On November 21, 2024, Jason Kelce announced while a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that he will host a late-night sports talk show on ESPN called They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce.
2024: Joins ESPN's Monday Night Countdown
In 2024, Jason Kelce joined the ESPN's Monday Night Countdown pregame crew, expanding his career into sports commentary.
January 4, 2025: Debut of "They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce"
On January 4, 2025, Jason Kelce's late-night sports talk show, "They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce," debuted on ESPN, marking his official entry into the world of sports broadcasting.