Travis Kelce is defying Father Time, and the folks at EA Sports are taking notice. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end, who will turn 37 during the 2026 season, has received a 91 overall rating in Madden NFL 27, the latest installment of the iconic video game franchise. The news broke on the "New Heights" podcast, where Kelce's brother, Jason, revealed the rating to an ecstatic Travis.
"Still got it!" Travis exclaimed, clearly thrilled to remain in the 90s club. For context, that's one point higher than Caleb Williams, the Chicago Bears quarterback who graces the cover of Madden 27. Kelce's rating places him among the top tight ends in the game, a testament to his enduring skill at a position where most players have long retired.
The 36-year-old is coming off a frustrating 2025 season that saw the Chiefs miss the playoffs after star quarterback Patrick Mahomes went down with an injury. Kelce, however, is determined to bounce back in 2026 and has confirmed he'll return for at least one more year. His Madden rating suggests the league—and the game—still views him as a premier pass-catcher.
NFL fans were quick to weigh in on social media, with many expressing surprise and admiration. "91 is a high score for a 36-year-old tight end. He is still most likely in the top 5-6 in the league. Let's go!" one fan wrote. Another joked, "Ok but after he's married he starts at a 92 on Guitar Hero simply through osmosis of who the Mrs is so he's got that going for him." A third added, "Higher than I expected but nice."
Kelce's personal life has also been in the spotlight, with rumors of a summer wedding to global superstar Taylor Swift swirling. But on the field, his focus remains on football. The 91 rating is a nod to his consistency, even as younger tight ends like George Kittle and Mark Andrews continue to dominate. Kelce's ability to find open space and make clutch catches has made him a staple in Kansas City's offense for over a decade.
Originally a third-round pick out of Cincinnati in 2013, Kelce has built a Hall of Fame résumé with three Super Bowl rings and countless records. His Madden rating reflects that legacy, but also raises questions about how long he can sustain this level. For now, fans are just happy to see him still rated among the elite.
Madden NFL 27 is set to release later this summer, and Kelce's rating is sure to spark debate among gamers. Is a 91 too high for a tight end pushing 40? Or is it just right for a player who continues to defy expectations? Either way, the conversation is a win for a player who has given Chiefs fans—and NFL fans everywhere—plenty of reasons to cheer.
