Kansas City, MO — Under the bright lights and deafening roar of Arrowhead Stadium, Travis Kelce etched his name even more indelibly into Chiefs history. With a powerful 21-yard touchdown reception, the veteran tight end broke the franchise record for most career touchdowns, locking in his legacy as one of Kansas City’s all-time greats. ESPN.com+2SI+2
Record-Breaking Moment
The milestone came in a critical moment: early in the fourth quarter against the Denver Broncos, quarterback Patrick Mahomes looked toward his most trusted target. Kelce shook off a defender, exploded into the end zone, and when the stadium announcer confirmed — 84 total touchdowns — the crowd erupted in jubilation. CBS Sports+2ESPN.com+2
He now holds the Chiefs franchise record, surpassing Priest Holmes, who previously had 83. CBS Sports
A Career of Consistency and Excellence
Kelce’s achievement goes beyond just this one record. Over his 13-year tenure in Kansas City, he has already set multiple franchise marks — including in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns. CBS Sports+2kshb.com+2
His 84 touchdowns aren’t all from receiving plays: they also include two rushing touchdowns and a fumble recovery returned for a score. CBS Sports+1
The Reaction
After the play, teammates rushed Kelce, cameras swarmed, and fans held up signs they had waited years to wave. SI+2kshb.com+2
Asked about what the record meant, Kelce — still catching his breath — said, “Records come and go — but this one means something special.” ESPN.com+1
Even Patrick Mahomes weighed in: “He’s the true Chiefs Chief … he helped set the culture of what it means to play in Kansas City.” NFL.com
Legacy and Impact
Sports analysts are already calling this the “final stamp” on Kelce’s Hall of Fame résumé. SI By breaking this record, he now stands atop a distinguished list of franchise legends, including Tony Gonzalez, Tyreek Hill, and Jamaal Charles. SI
For Chiefs Kingdom, this is more than a record — it’s a defining moment in a storied dynasty’s history.
What Comes Next
With this chapter written, all eyes will now turn to what else Kelce can achieve. He’s already broken multiple franchise milestones, and at 36 years old, he continues to be a centerpiece of the Chiefs’ offense. kshb.com+1
Whether he continues to climb or shifts into a mentorship role, one thing is clear: he’s cemented his place among the greatest.
