Travis Kelce now second all-time in receiving yards for a TE
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Key Points:
- Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce recorded a 59-yard reception in the second catch of the 2026 season, marking his longest since a 69-yard catch in 2021.
- With this reception, Kelce surpassed Jason Witten to become second all-time in receiving yards by a tight end, totaling 13,067 yards.
- Tony Gonzalez remains the all-time leader for receiving yards by a tight end with 15,127 yards.
- Kelce's catch advanced the Chiefs to the 4-yard line, but a touchdown was prevented by Jahdae Barron, leading to a 28-yard field goal by Harrison Butker.
- The Chiefs currently lead the game 24-10.
