UPDATE: Travis Kelce’s post-game meeting with Indianapolis Colts players is making waves after the Kansas City Chiefs’ thrilling 23-20 overtime victory on November 28, 2025. The Chiefs’ tight end met with fellow Cincinnati alumni on the field, igniting chatter among fans about their connection.
In a heartwarming moment following the game, Kelce connected with Colts’ cornerback Sauce Gardner and wide receiver Alec Pierce, both of whom are also Cincinnati Bearcats alumni. Their encounter came after Kansas City overcame an 11-point deficit entering the fourth quarter, showcasing the resilience of the team. Kelce contributed to the win with four receptions for 43 yards.
The game reached its climax when Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker forced overtime with a last-second field goal and later clinched the victory with a game-winning kick during the first drive of the extra period. Kelce, who played for Cincinnati from 2008 to 2012, has a storied history with the Bearcats, including a suspension during his college career.
Fans were quick to share and discuss the photo of Kelce, Gardner, and Pierce, which Kansas City posted on social media with the caption, “Cincinnati boys linking up @GoBearcatsFB.” This gathering marked a rare moment of camaraderie between the players after facing off in a regular-season matchup.
As the Chiefs improve to 6-5, they are set to face the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving at 4:30 p.m. ET on CBS, followed by a critical home game against the Houston Texans in Week 14 on “Sunday Night Football.” The Colts, still reeling from the overtime loss, will continue their pursuit in the AFC.
This interaction highlights the lasting bonds formed during college football, as Gardner and Pierce were key players in leading Cincinnati to its first College Football Playoff appearance in 2021. The Bearcats faced Alabama in the Cotton Bowl that season, adding to the emotional weight of this reunion.
Stay tuned for more updates as the NFL season continues to unfold and the impact of this heartfelt meeting resonates with fans across the league.