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Kelce Hits Camp Trimmed, Dismisses “Dad Body” Rumors

8/6/2026

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Summary

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Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said Travis Kelce arrived at training camp on July 28, 2026, dismissing “dad body” rumors.
Kelce cut 25 pounds in the offseason after marrying pop star Taylor Swift on July 3, 2026.
In 2025 Kelce recorded 76 receptions for 851 yards and five touchdowns, his fewest catches since 2015.
Reid said Kelce’s effort is contagious as the Chiefs gear up for a preseason opener on Aug. 15 against the Rams.

History

Historical Context

In 1999 Ben Coates lost 30 lb before his final season with New England, recalling his 1994 record-setting 96 receptions that helped the Patriots reach Super Bowl XXXI. The franchise’s tradition of revitalizing tight ends began with Bill Parcells’ 1993 pairing of Coates and rookie Drew Bledsoe. Kansas City hopes a similar 2026 transformation of Travis Kelce will boost its preseason outlook.

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Story summary

Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said Travis Kelce arrived at training camp on July 28, 2026, dismissing “dad body” rumors.
Kelce cut 25 pounds in the offseason after marrying pop star Taylor Swift on July 3, 2026.
In 2025 Kelce recorded 76 receptions for 851 yards and five touchdowns, his fewest catches since 2015.
Reid said Kelce’s effort is contagious as the Chiefs gear up for a preseason opener on Aug. 15 against the Rams.

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