The Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has been declared fit to play in the AFC Championship game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. This comes after the 33-year-old player was listed as questionable on the team’s injury report due to experiencing back spasms during the Chiefs’ practice session on Friday morning.
The tight end has enjoyed a strong season to date, making 110 regular-season receptions and gaining 1,338 yards. Kelce was particularly impressive during the Chiefs’ NFL Divisional Round playoff game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, making 14 passes and scoring two touchdowns as the Chiefs bulldozed their way to a 27-20 victory.
Kelce is one of several Chiefs players who have been an injury doubt as the team continues its journey in the NFL playoffs, with star quarterback Patrick Mahomes picking up a high ankle sprain during the early stages of the win over the Jaguars. While he missed out on some plays, Mahomes returned to the field to finish the game, albeit adopting alternative tactics in an effort to avoid aggravating his injury.
The Chiefs proved strong throughout the regular season, winning the AFC West with a 14-3 record.
