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.
November 5, 1987: Jason Kelce's Birth
On November 5, 1987, Jason Kelce was born. He later became a professional football center for the Philadelphia Eagles.
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.
2009: Earned All-Big East Honors
In 2009, Jason Kelce earned second-team All-Big East honors after starting 13 games at left guard for the undefeated Cincinnati Bearcats.
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.
March 11, 2011: Underwent Appendectomy
On March 11, 2011, Jason Kelce underwent an appendectomy after being diagnosed with appendicitis during the NFL Scouting Combine.
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.
2012: Suffered Knee Injuries
In 2012, Jason Kelce suffered a partially torn MCL and a torn ACL in a game against the Baltimore Ravens, causing him to miss the rest of the season.
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.
2014: Selected to First Pro Bowl
In 2014, Jason Kelce was selected to his first Pro Bowl.
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.
February 8, 2018: Super Bowl Parade Speech
During the Eagles' Super Bowl parade on February 8, 2018, Jason Kelce delivered an impassioned speech defending his teammates and coaches, gaining national attention.
April 14, 2018: Married Kylie McDevitt
On April 14, 2018, Jason Kelce married Kylie McDevitt, marking a significant milestone in his personal life.
2018: Second First-Team All-Pro Honor
In 2018, Jason Kelce received his second First-team All-Pro honor, recognizing his exceptional performance in the NFL.
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.
October 2019: Birth of First Daughter
In October 2019, Jason and Kylie Kelce welcomed their first daughter, marking a new chapter in their family life.
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.
March 2021: Birth of Second Daughter
In March 2021, Jason and Kylie Kelce welcomed their second daughter, adding to their growing family.
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.
2021: Kelce Family Name Pronunciation
In 2021, Travis Kelce mentioned that their immediate family pronounces their last name 'Kel-see' as their father does, while other relatives pronounce it differently. Jason explained that their father got tired of correcting people and now goes by 'Kell-see'.
January 3, 2022: Placed on COVID List
On January 3, 2022, Jason Kelce was placed on the COVID list but was activated four days later, allowing him to maintain his consecutive starts streak.
January 16, 2022: Donna Kelce Attended Both Sons' Games
On January 16, 2022, Donna Kelce traveled from Tampa to Kansas City to attend both of her sons' Wild Card round games, showcasing her support for Jason and Travis.
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.
December 2022: Released A Philly Special Christmas
In December 2022, Jason Kelce, along with Eagles teammates Lane Johnson and Jordan Mailata, released the Christmas album A Philly Special Christmas as part of the vocal group The Philly Specials.
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.
February 2023: Birth of Third Daughter
In February 2023, Jason and Kylie Kelce welcomed their third daughter, further expanding their family.
March 4, 2023: Guest Appearance on SNL
On March 4, 2023, Jason Kelce made an appearance on Saturday Night Live (SNL), while his brother, Travis Kelce, was the host.
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.
December 2023: Released A Philly Special Christmas Special
In December 2023, Jason Kelce and The Philly Specials released a sequel album, A Philly Special Christmas Special.
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 6, 2024: Participated in WrestleMania XL
On April 6, 2024, Jason Kelce and former Eagles teammate Lane Johnson (wearing Luchador masks) participated in WrestleMania XL, helping Rey Mysterio and Andrade win their match in Philadelphia.
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 2024: Kylie Kelce Announces Fourth Pregnancy
In November 2024, Kylie Kelce announced that she was pregnant with the couple's fourth child, a daughter, adding to the Kelce family.
November 2024: New Heights Among Top Apple Podcasts
In November 2024, the New Heights podcast, co-hosted by Jason and Travis Kelce, was recognized as the 8th most popular podcast on Apple Podcasts.
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.
December 2024: Released A Philly Special Christmas Party
In December 2024, Jason Kelce and The Philly Specials released their third and final album, A Philly Special Christmas Party.
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.
January 2025: Kelce Brothers Reveal Croatian Background
In their January 2025 podcast, the Kelce brothers, Jason and Travis, revealed their Croatian heritage through their maternal lineage.