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By Jett Hatch
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The Kansas City Chiefs and their fans finally have something to celebrate during the NFL playoffs. Two standout players, Creed Humphrey and Travis Kelce, received honors from the Professional Football Writers of America (PFWA) for their performance during the 2025 season.
Kelce and Humphrey Earn PFWA Recognition
On Monday, the PFWA announced its All-NFL and All-Conference teams, recognizing two Chiefs.
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Humphrey, the Chiefs’ Pro Bowl center, made the PFWA All-NFL team for the second year in a row. He recorded 742 pass-blocking snaps in 2025, the second most among all centers, allowing just eight total pressures. His strong play also earned him a spot on the All-AFC team for the fifth consecutive year, building on his earlier First-Team All-Pro honors.
Travis Kelce, the veteran tight end, was named to the PFWA All-AFC team as one of the best players at his position in the conference. He caught 76 passes for 851 yards and five touchdowns during the 2025 season, earning his 11th straight Pro Bowl nomination.
For Kelce, this latest honor adds to an impressive résumé, showcasing both his durability and high level of performance as he continues his legendary career.
Chiefs Organization Praises Kelce’s Impact
Following this recognition, Chiefs leadership expressed their admiration for Kelce’s play and presence in the locker room. Head coach Andy Reid has emphasized Kelce’s leadership and professionalism as essential to the team's culture in Kansas City. Teammates like Patrick Mahomes have frequently acknowledged Kelce’s role in mentoring younger players and setting the tone both on and off the field.
This PFWA recognition, along with Kelce’s Pro Bowl nod, serves as a reminder to the NFL community that he remains one of the most respected and productive tight ends in the league.
Chiefs Kingdom Reacts
Fans across Chiefs Kingdom have reacted enthusiastically to the news.
Many took to social media to celebrate Kelce’s ongoing excellence, noting that even at 36, he is still among the top tight ends in the AFC and arguably the greatest ever in his position.
Some discussions linked this honor to the broader offseason narrative about Kelce’s future, with fans debating whether 2025 might be his last season or if he’ll return in 2026. While Kelce has not officially announced his future plans, his performance and recognitions like this PFWA honor keep optimism alive among Chiefs supporters.
Fans also cheered for Humphrey’s recognition, highlighting that the Chiefs’ offensive line, anchored by Creed, was a significant strength throughout 2025.
Looking Ahead
This offseason, the Chiefs are gearing up for the 2026 campaign, with several storylines in motion, including roster construction, salary cap planning and ongoing speculation about Kelce’s future. However, accolades like the PFWA honors offer a positive focus for the organization and its fans as they look ahead to next year.
Whether Kelce decides to keep playing or retires, honors like these highlight his impact and legacy, not just in Kansas City, but across the NFL.
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