Travis Kelce has earned his place as one of the most dominant players in NFL history, but there’s one moment from his past that will always haunt him — and this week, the NFL decided to remind us all. 😬
In a playful post to celebrate “3:16 Day,” the unofficial holiday honoring WWE legend “Stone Cold Steve Austin,” the NFL’s Instagram account dug through the archives to find a clip of Kelce attempting a Stone Cold Stunner on his teammate, Anthony Sherman, during a 2018 game against the Las Vegas Raiders. The result? An epic fail that fans can’t stop laughing at! 😆
“TRAVIS KELCE HIT THE WORST STONE COLD STUNNER OF ALL TIME,” the NFL’s official social media account wrote to its millions of followers. “Gotta do better Trav (happy 3:16 btw).” The move came after Kelce caught a first-quarter touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes, but his attempt at the iconic wrestling maneuver was far from Stone Cold level — lacking the sharpness and precision Austin is known for. The internet was soon flooded with memes and jokes about the legendary fail. 🤦♂️
But despite being the subject of playful teasing, Kelce is more focused on the present than the past. The 36-year-old tight end has officially silenced any retirement rumors by signing a one-year, $12 million contract extension, ensuring that he’ll return for his 14th season with the Kansas City Chiefs. 🏈
This extension is a crucial move for the Chiefs as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 season, which saw them miss the playoffs with a 6-11 record. Kelce remains a key piece of the offense, finishing 2025 with 851 receiving yards and his 11th Pro Bowl nod. As the safety net for a recovering Patrick Mahomes, Kelce’s leadership and stability will be crucial in a season that the Chiefs hope will bring them back to championship contention.
To further bolster their offense, the Chiefs made a major free-agency splash by securing former Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III. After an MVP performance in the Super Bowl, Walker is expected to step into a lead role, replacing Isiah Pacheco as the primary ball-carrier for the Chiefs. With the Chiefs also holding the No. 9 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, they have one of the most revamped and intriguing rosters in the AFC West.
While the internet continues to roast him for his wrestling fail, Kelce’s focus remains on helping the Chiefs bounce back in 2026. Can Andy Reid and his revamped roster get the team back on track? Time will tell. ⏳
