After playing for the Philadelphia Eagles for 13 seasons, center Jason Kelce announced his retirement from the National Football League (NFL) on Monday in an emotional press conference, according to People.

Kelce, considered one of the best center players in NFL history, enjoys a great reputation. He was chosen for seven Pro Bowls, was six times recognized as the first member of the All-Pro team, and won one Super Bowl in his illustrious football career.

The athlete’s three daughters, Bennett, age 12 months, Elliotte, age 23, and Wyatt, age 4, are the product of his marriage to Kylie.

She has also given me three beautiful girls and a life that progressively provides me more happiness off the field than it does on,” he said in a press conference, thanking his wife.

What will happen to Kelce now that he has formally retired from the NFL?

An Eagles career

Even though Kelce declared his NFL retirement, he won’t necessarily be leaving the Philadelphia Eagles for good!

The retiring center has previously explored the notion of keeping in touch with the organization even though he is no longer a member of the squad.

He stated in an interview that I don’t know what’s going to happen for me, but regardless of the outcome, I still want to be connected to the organization and a part of it.

In The Big Podcast with Shaq in February 2024, Kelce discussed his thoughts about coaching football following his NFL retirement.