The Kansas City Chiefs entered their Christmas Day showdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers with a 14-1 record and the chance to secure their 15th win of the season. With a victory, the Chiefs could clinch the No. 1 seed in the AFC and lock up home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Despite occasional struggles on offense earlier in the season, Kansas City has shown steady improvement, and their explosive start against a formidable Steelers defense highlighted their progress.
Central to the Chiefs’ sustained success has been their star tight end, Travis Kelce, a future Hall of Famer and a cornerstone of the offense. Kelce reached a historic milestone in the first half of the game, further cementing his legacy. His 90th reception of the season placed him in elite NFL territory, marking his seventh career season with 90 or more receptions. This remarkable achievement makes Kelce second all-time in this category, trailing only the legendary Larry Fitzgerald, who holds the record with eight such seasons.
TE Travis Kelce has 90 receptions for the season, his 7th career season with 90+ catches. It is the 2nd most in NFL history, trailing only WR Larry Fitzgerald’s NFL record of 8 90+ catch seasons.
— Chiefs Communications (@ChiefsPR) December 25, 2024
Kelce’s consistent excellence has been a defining factor for Kansas City. With his continued high-level performance, he not only elevates the Chiefs but also positions himself to potentially surpass Fitzgerald’s record in the coming years. It’s another chapter in the illustrious career of one of the NFL’s greatest tight ends.
