Philadelphia,Mo – May 19, 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles sent shockwaves through Philly on May 19, 2025, as a beloved icon voiced his desire to don the midnight green for one final season. This retired superstar, a cornerstone of Eagles lore, aims to cap his career with another title run. Who’s the legend plotting a comeback?
Jason Kelce, the Eagles’ seven-time Pro Bowl center, told New Heights podcast listeners he craves a 2025 swan song after retiring in 2023. His 193-game career, capped by Super Bowl LII and LIX’s 40-22 rout of the Chiefs, cemented his Hall of Fame legacy. “Philly’s my home,” Kelce said.
Kelce’s itch to return stems from Eagles’ 2024 triumph and his bond with Jalen Hurts and Jordan Mailata. At 37, he believes his elite run-blocking—key to Saquon Barkley’s 2,105 yards—can still anchor Jeff Stoutland’s line, despite a $14.25 million dead money hit from his contract. Howie Roseman, eyeing cap flexibility, is reportedly open to a one-year, $4 million deal.
NFL analyst Daniel Jeremiah called Kelce’s potential return a game-changer, noting his 2018 All-Pro snaps powered Philly’s offense against Tom Brady. “He’s a culture setter,” Jeremiah said. Eagles fans on X erupted, flooding feeds with Kelce’s iconic Super Bowl parade speech and chants of “Run it back!” at Lincoln Financial Field.
The Eagles, loaded with Jihaad Campbell, Cooper DeJean, and Jalen Carter, are primed to defend their 2025 crown. Kelce’s return could galvanize Philly’s quest for a third Super Bowl. Eagles fans, your legend’s comeback is poised to electrify the city.
