Chiefs Kingdom Angered Over ‘Egregious’ Act Against Travis Kelce

The Kansas City Chiefs had a very rough beginning to their 2025-26 season in the form of a surprise loss on Friday, September 5, in Brazil. While the Chiefs were largely expected to beat the Los Angeles Chargers in their first game of the season, that didn’t happen, and instead, the team lost in a tight, 21-27 game. It was somewhat of a surprise to Chiefs Kingdom, since the Chargers seemed very much like a beatable team.

But, that’s in the past now, and looking ahead, Kansas City will continue their season on Sunday, September 14, with a high-profile matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles are coming off a close win over the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday, September 4, which marked the first game of the NFL season.

While Chiefs fans were wound up over the loss to the Chargers, they were especially angered by one play on the field. That moment took place when Tart took what appeared to be a swing at Travis Kelce in the second half of the game. It turns out that it was a slap more than a punch, but it was still in very poor taste and had to be against league policy, right? Well, apparently, because it was a slap, Tart wasn’t ejected from the game, and Chiefs Kingdom isn’t happy.

Kansas City Chiefs Kingdom Reacts to Travis Kelce Incident

People have been reacting to that moment ever since it happened. In a piece published on Friday, Matt Conner of Arrowhead Addict discusses the incident and is obviously not happy, either. He calls it “egregious.”

“Here’s what makes the whole thing so egregious,” he notes. “On Thursday night, during the season-opening game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys, Philly defensive tackle Jalen Carter was ejected for spitting on Dallas QB Dak Prescott just moments into the first quarter. The ejection was a bit of a shock, but the NFL set a precedent there.”

He adds, “Except they didn’t. The next night featured a defender taking an actual swing—not just spitting—and somehow that only warranted a 15-yard penalty. Somehow attacking another player physically is okay if the hand is open. Sure.”

Fans took to X to respond to a tweet explaining, this, too. “But spitting on someone is. Interesting,” one said. “So Jalen Carter should have just slapped Dak in the facemask and he could have stayed in the game,” another stated. “I feel like an open hand would hit with way more force than a closed fist would if you’re punching someone wearing a helmet. Who the heck wants to punch a helmet with a closed fist?” another commented.

The Chiefs probably still would have lost this game no matter what, but it was certainly a sour moment for all involved. Let’s hope it’s the last of these kinds of acts on the field and in-game, but we all know better than that.

Travis Kelce’s Next Big Event

Kelce and his soon-to-be-wife Taylor Swift could be having a quiet weekend after the Brazil game. The two will be skipping the MTV VMAs on Sunday, September 7, according to multiple reports about the event.

The main reason the two are not going to be at the event is because, as Elle points out, Swift has only been nominated for one award this year, because it’s her off year. Next year will be a bigger year for her, since her new album will be fresh and likely up for multiple awards and honors.

Lakers’ LeBron James Taking Retirement Decision “Year-by-Year,” Say Analyst

LeBron James is entering his 23rd year in the NBA. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar recently opted into his $52.6 million player option. 

James, 40, showed no signs of slowing down last season. In 70 regular-season games, he averaged 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds and 8.2 assists per game. He shot 51.3% from the field and 37.6% from deep.

However, despite such high-level offensive production, James’ eventual retirement remains a discussion point amongst both fans and media alike. In a recent episode of “The Hoop Collective” podcast, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst noted how it would appear James is taking the retirement decision a year at a time.

“Based on my conversations, I honestly think they don’t know,” Windhorst said. “As far as I know, he’s honestly going year to year.”

James is still an elite player in the NBA. He is entering his first full season as the Lakers’ second option behind Luka Doncic. If he has another strong year, it’s hard to envision him walking away from the league. Nevertheless, James’ career is certainly in the final stages, and sooner or later, a decision to step away must be made.

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Carmelo Anthony Jokingly Tells James to Retire

In a recent appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” Anthony jokingly suggested that James should consider retirement after the upcoming season.

“He’s still going, it’s unbelievable, man,” Anthony said. “That’s my brother. We talk about being around, being together, being tied, being connected, being talked about since we were 17, 18 years old. And for me to be entering the Hall of Fame, and for him, hopefully, to get his ass up out of there and come on over this side (smiles). Enough is enough. Give it a break.”

James and Anthony both entered the NBA in 2003. They both played for the Lakers together during the 2021-22 season. Unfortunately for Anthony, he and James were unable to win a championship that season, meaning the former Denver Nuggets and New York Knicks superstar ended his career without a championship.

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Paul Pierce Expects Lakers’ LeBron James to Retire

Former Boston Celtics champion Paul Pierce believes this could be James’s last year in the NBA.

“If I’m a betting man, I think this will be his last season,” Pierce said. “You know, I think he’s played 21, 22 years. He’s been the GOAT for so long. He’s maintained the stats. We appreciate what he brought to the game and how he’s held the mantle since (Michael) Jordan left. Bron is one of them ones. We appreciate him. But I think his time is up. But we appreciate what he’s done for the league.”

Paul Pierce thinks this will be LeBron James last season in the NBA 👀

“He’s been the GOAT for so long, he’s maintained the stats… I think his time is up but we appreciate what he’s done for the league.” pic.twitter.com/Lo15gqbSDE

— Fullcourtpass (@Fullcourtpass) September 2, 2025

James has achieved everything there is to achieve in the NBA. He also reached his personal goal of sharing the court with his son, Bronny James, last season. However, the draw of contending for a fifth NBA championship is likely keeping James in the league. After all, another championship, especially this late in his career, would further enrich his legacy as an all-time great.

With Doncic on the Lakers, James has a strong chance of reaching that final goal. Whether that happens this season will remain to be seen.

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