Jason Kelce
Jason Kelce
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Overview

Jason Daniel Kelce, born on November 5, 1987, is a former American professional football center who spent his entire 13-year career with the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL). He is widely regarded as one of the greatest centers in NFL history, known for his exceptional athleticism, technical mastery, and leadership skills. Here is a timeline of his life and career, highlighting significant events, periods, and milestones.
Main Milestones
Birth
November 5, 1987
Jason Daniel Kelce was born in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, to Ed Kelce, a sales representative in the steel business, and Donna, who works in banking. He is the older brother of Travis Kelce, a tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs.
High School Career
High School Years
Kelce attended Cleveland Heights High School, where he played both running back and linebacker and was twice named All-Lake Erie League. He also played baritone saxophone in the symphonic and jazz bands and participated in hockey and lacrosse.
College Career
2006-2010
Kelce played college football for the Cincinnati Bearcats. Initially a walk-on running back, he switched to fullback and then to the offensive line, starting 38 games at left guard and center. He earned second-team All-Big East honors in 2009 and was named Honorable Mention All-America and second-team All-Big East in 2010.
NFL Draft
2011
Kelce was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the sixth round (191st overall) of the 2011 NFL draft. Despite being an undersized, late-round draft pick, he would go on to have a remarkable career.
Rookie Season and Injury
2011-2012
Kelce became the first rookie in Eagles history to start all 16 games at center in 2011. However, his 2012 season was cut short due to a partially torn MCL and ACL injury.
Establishment as a Premier Center
2013-2023
Kelce returned in 2013 and established himself as one of the NFL's top centers. He won Super Bowl LII with the Eagles in 2017, was a seven-time Pro Bowl selection, and earned six first-team All-Pro honors. His athleticism, technical skill, and leadership made him a cornerstone of the Eagles' offense.
Retirement
2024
After considering retirement for several years, Kelce officially announced his retirement on March 4, 2024, ending a 13-year career with the Philadelphia Eagles. He is expected to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in the future.
Post-Retirement Ventures
Post-Retirement
Kelce joined ESPN's Monday Night Countdown pregame crew in 2024. He also co-hosts the popular podcast New Heights with his brother Travis, which was the 8th most popular podcast show on Apple Podcasts in 2024.