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Travis Kelce Returns to Chiefs, Kenneth Walker Signs

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Travis Kelce will return for a 14th season with the Kansas City Chiefs, who have also agreed to sign Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker. Kelce, a three-time Super Bowl winner, announced his return through his podcast New Heights with brother Jason Kelce. The veteran tight end has spent his entire NFL career with Kansas City and will play on a one-year deal worth up to $15 million.

After missing the playoffs for the first time since 2014, the Chiefs have bolstered their offense by adding Walker, who led the NFL in carries, rushing yards, and touchdowns during the postseason. The 25-year-old running back will join Kansas City on a three-year deal worth up to $45 million. Walker becomes the first Super Bowl MVP to immediately switch teams since 2003.

Walker's addition comes as the Chiefs aim to bounce back from their playoff absence. The former Seattle Seahawk rushed for over 1,000 yards during the regular season and stepped up when teammate Zach Charbonnet suffered a torn ACL in the playoffs. His postseason performance, including four rushing touchdowns, earned him Super Bowl MVP honors and makes him a significant upgrade to Kansas City's backfield.