On March 4, Philadelphia Eagles legend Jason Kelce formally announced his retirement from the NFL during a Monday Press Conference, putting an end to persistent rumors about his future in the league after an illustrious 13-season career.
Kelce"s NFL journey boasts numerous achievements, including clinching a Super Bowl championship in 2018, earning the prestigious title of a seven-time Pro Bowl selection, and securing six first-team All-Pro selections. Notably, he set the record for the fastest 40-yard dash time among offensive linemen during the 2011 NFL Scouting Combine.
Nobody cares more about this game than @JasonKelce. ❤️😢 pic.twitter.com/FEnllKeDtR
— NFL (@NFL) March 4, 2024
Drafted by the Eagles in the sixth round of the 2011 NFL Draft, Kelce"s football roots trace back to his college days at the University of Cincinnati, where he played for the Cincinnati Bearcats.
Beyond the gridiron, Kelce is into podcasting alongside his brother, Travis, co-hosting the engaging show “New Heights
Jason Kelce Career Statistics
2022 Season (Philadelphia Eagles, 17 games):
-Fumbles (FUM): 1
-Fumbles Lost (LOST): 0
-Forced Fumbles (FF): Not Specified
-Own Fumble Recoveries (OWN FR): 1
-Opponent Fumble Recoveries (OPP FR): Not specified
-Touchdowns Resulting from Fumbles (TD): Not specified
2021 Season (Philadelphia Eagles, 17 games):
Fumbles (FUM): 1
Fumbles Lost (LOST): 0
Forced Fumbles (FF): Not Specified
Own Fumble Recoveries (OWN FR): 1
Opponent Fumble Recoveries (OPP FR): Not specified
Touchdowns Resulting from Fumbles (TD): Not Specified
2020 Season (Philadelphia Eagles, 16 games):
Fumbles (FUM): 1
Fumbles Lost (LOST): 0
Forced Fumbles (FF): 0
Own Fumble Recoveries (OWN FR): 2
Opponent Fumble Recoveries (OPP FR): Not Specified
Touchdowns Resulting from Fumbles (TD): Not specified
2019 Season (Philadelphia Eagles, 16 games):
Fumbles (FUM): 1
Fumbles Lost (LOST): 0
Forced Fumbles (FF): 0
Own Fumble Recoveries (OWN FR): Not Specified
Opponent Fumble Recoveries (OPP FR): Not Specified
Touchdowns Resulting from Fumbles (TD): Not Specified
2018 Season (Philadelphia Eagles, 16 games):
Fumbles (FUM): 1
Fumbles Lost (LOST): 0
Forced Fumbles (FF): 0
Own Fumble Recoveries (OWN FR): Not Specified
Opponent Fumble Recoveries (OPP FR): Not Specified
Touchdowns Resulting from Fumbles (TD): Not Specified
2016 Season (Philadelphia Eagles, 16 games):
Fumbles (FUM): 1
Fumbles Lost (LOST): 0
Forced Fumbles (FF): Not Specified
Own Fumble Recoveries (OWN FR): 1
Opponent Fumble Recoveries (OPP FR): Not Specified
Touchdowns Resulting from Fumbles (TD): Not Specified
2015 Season (Philadelphia Eagles, 16 games):
Fumbles (FUM): 2
Fumbles Lost (LOST): 0
Forced Fumbles (FF): 0
Own Fumble Recoveries (OWN FR): 2
Opponent Fumble Recoveries (OPP FR): Not Specified
Touchdowns Resulting from Fumbles (TD): Not Specified
2013 Season (Philadelphia Eagles, 16 games):
Fumbles (FUM): 2
Fumbles Lost (LOST): 1
Forced Fumbles (FF): Not Specified
Own Fumble Recoveries (OWN FR): Not Specified
Opponent Fumble Recoveries (OPP FR): Not Specified
Touchdowns Resulting from Fumbles (TD): Not Specified
2011 Season (Philadelphia Eagles, 16 games):
Fumbles (FUM): 1
Fumbles Lost (LOST): 0
Forced Fumbles (FF): 0
Own Fumble Recoveries (OWN FR): Not Specified
Opponent Fumble Recoveries (OPP FR): Not Specified
Touchdowns Resulting from Fumbles (TD): Not Specified
Career Total (2011-2023):
Games Played (G): 193
Fumbles (FUM): 11
Fumbles Lost (LOST): 1
Forced Fumbles (FF): 0
Own Fumble Recoveries (OWN FR): 7
Opponent Fumble Recoveries (OPP FR): 0
Touchdowns Resulting from Fumbles (TD): 0
Now, let"s analyze Jason Kelce"s defensive performance over the years:
2020: Played 16 games with 1 solo tackle and 1 assisted tackle.
2019: Played 16 games with 2 solo tackles and 2 assisted tackles.
2018: Played 16 games with no recorded defensive actions.
2017: Played 16 games with no detailed statistics provided.
2016: Played 16 games with no detailed statistics provided.
2015: Played 16 games with 1 solo tackle.
2014: Played 12 games with 1 solo tackle.
2013: Played 16 games with no detailed statistics provided.
2012: Played 2 games with no detailed statistics provided.
2011: Played 16 games with 1 solo tackle.
Total Career Statistics:
Played 193 games in total. Recorded a total of 6 solo tackles and 6 assisted tackles. No recorded sacks, safeties, passes defended, interceptions, touchdowns, yards, or average yards per play.