Even though his days on the gridiron are over, former Philadelphia Eagles center and Super Bowl champion Jason Kelce remains as passionate a fan as ever. Retirement hasn't dimmed his fervour for the team; instead, watching from home has intensified his emotional connection to every play. This deep-seated passion is a family affair, shared wholeheartedly by his wife, Kylie Kelce, who has been through every triumph and setback of his storied career.
A Relatable Superstition Revealed on Air
During a recent episode of the wildly popular "New Heights" podcast, which Jason hosts with his brother, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, Kylie shared a candid and relatable moment. She revealed that during a particularly frustrating Eagles loss, she found herself turning her back to the television screen. In a humorous admission, she described this act as a personal "sacrifice," a small, superstitious gesture she could control when the game's outcome felt completely beyond her influence.
The reaction from the Kelce brothers was instantaneous and filled with their signature playful humour. Jason immediately loved the concept and jokingly pondered how they could "increase the sacrifice" if the team's losing streak continued. Travis, never one to be left out of the fun, suggested with a laugh that she should just blackout the games entirely.
From Playful Banter to 'Animal Sacrifice'
True to his reputation for pushing jokes to the absolute limit, Jason then took the humour a step further. He deadpanned the idea of an "animal sacrifice," a comment that left Kylie momentarily stunned and Travis in fits of laughter. When Jason, still joking, specified "a cat," even Travis had to intervene and call him out on the outrageous suggestion.
Kylie's reaction was a classic eye-roll, accompanied by her asking why her husband always feels the need to go too far. This genuine, unscripted family exchange is a hallmark of the "New Heights" podcast, offering fans a glimpse into the Kelces' dynamic and contributing significantly to the show's massive popularity.
Football: A Lasting Family Identity
This light-hearted moment underscores a deeper truth: football remains woven into the fabric of the Kelce household. Despite Jason's retirement from professional play and their busy lives as parents to four young children—daughters Wyatt, Elliotte, and Bennett, and baby Finnley—the game is still a core part of their family identity. The emotional highs and lows of the Eagles' season are felt as keenly in their living room as they once were on the field.
Fortunately for Kylie and the family, the need for drastic superstitious interventions has been minimal this season. The Philadelphia Eagles are having a strong year with an 11-5 record, proudly leading the NFC East as they head into their final regular-season home game against the Washington Commanders. While Jason Kelce no longer wears his number 62 jersey on the field, his heart, and the heart of his family, undoubtedly still beats for every single Eagles moment.
