While the Kansas City Chiefs turn their attention to Week 4’s home matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, questions continue to swirl about the heated sideline exchange between star tight end Travis Kelce and head coach Andy Reid during the team’s Week 3 win over the New York Giants.
It’s not unusual for Kelce and Reid to show some fire on the sideline, though it’s typically Kelce who initiates it.
This time, however, Reid raised his voice in Kelce’s direction following a first-half miscommunication as the Chiefs’ offense has struggled to find consistency through the first three games of the season.
The incident went viral with several social media accounts sharing video of the intense confrontation, which Reid later admitted he had no problem with due to Kelce’s competitive nature.
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Kelce and Reid joined the Chiefs together back in 2013 and have been integral to the organization’s journey ever since, winning three Super Bowls and recording multiple double-digit postseason victories.
So, a little sideline spat was nothing anyone in the Chiefs’ facility was worried about, including star pass-rusher Chris Jones, who addressed Kelce’s fiery passion on Thursday.
“Travis is a fierce competitor… sometimes in the heat of battle, emotions show,” Jones said, via KC Sports Network. “Sometimes we have confrontations, whether it’s with coaches or players, but I think it’s all out of competitive spirit.”
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After the game, Andy Reid quickly addressed the incident, emphasizing that he’s been through a lot with Kelce and truly values the passion the tight end continues to bring to the field in his 13th NFL season.
“He’s a passionate guy and I love that part,” Reid said postgame. ” I’ve been through a lot of things with him, that’s all part of it. I love that he loves to play the game.”
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