14 Times Travis Kelce Took Over the Game
These unforgettable moments show how Travis Kelce doesn’t just play football — he completely takes control.
- Chris Graciano
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Travis Kelce has a knack for flipping games with one clutch catch. Whether it’s the playoffs or a random third down, he rises when it matters most. These 14 highlights prove that when Kelce gets rolling, there’s no stopping him.
1. OT Game-Winner vs. the Bills (2022 Playoffs)
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With the game on the line in overtime, Kelce ran a crisp corner route and hauled in the walk-off touchdown. His chemistry with Mahomes was on full display.
2. 13-Second Drive Heroics
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Needing a miracle, Kelce found a soft spot in the zone with seconds left, setting up the game-tying field goal. It wasn’t just the catch — it was the awareness.
3. Bulldozing the Broncos for 4 TDs
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Kelce ran wild with four touchdowns in a single game, torching Denver like it was backyard ball. Each score was different — routes, effort, and timing.
4. Breaking Tackles vs. Chargers on SNF
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He caught a short pass, shed three defenders like it was nothing, and cruised into the end zone. The replay looked more like a highlight reel from a running back.
5. Toe-Tap TD vs. Ravens
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On a tight red zone play, Kelce dragged both feet in with inches to spare and secured the ball mid-air. The body control was unreal.
6. Midfield Catch to Seal the AFC Title
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Late in the 4th, Mahomes found Kelce over the middle to ice the win and punch a ticket to the Super Bowl. Everyone knew it was coming — no one could stop it.
7. Breaking the Single-Season TE Record
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In a blowout, he quietly passed the record for receiving yards by a tight end in a season. It wasn’t flashy, just steady dominance all year.
8. Red Zone Mismatch Nightmare vs. the Texans
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Lined up wide, he bodied a cornerback and caught a fade like a power forward. The defender never had a chance. That’s what makes him unguardable.
9. 3rd & Long Conversion vs. Bengals
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Mahomes hit Kelce on a seam route between two defenders for a must-have first down. It shifted the momentum instantly.
10. Sideline Grab on the Run
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He caught a pass in stride near the sideline and somehow kept his feet while absorbing a hit. It wasn’t just the hands — it was the balance.
11. The Spin Move TD vs. Raiders
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After the catch, he pulled off a smooth spin to ditch a linebacker and hit the gas for six. The move was silky for someone his size.
12. Mic’d Up Leadership in the Huddle
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Caught on camera encouraging teammates and calling out reads, Kelce showed he’s not just talent — he’s a tone-setter: the voice, the presence, the command.
13. Fourth Quarter Takeover vs. Eagles
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Late-game heroics included back-to-back catches that flipped field position and set up a score. He took over the drive with surgical precision.
14. Mahomes-to-Kelce Trick Play Finish
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On a creative play call, Kelce acted like a blocker, slipped out unnoticed, and caught the wide-open score. It was genius in disguise. That’s trust, timing, and execution.