Tony González is a man of his word.
Travis Kelce outworked the Hall of Fame tight end to break the Kansas City Chiefs franchise record for touchdown receptions in the team’s Christmas Day victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce celebrates his touchdown against the Steelers during the second half, Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Matt Freed)
Kelce scored his 77th career touchdown in the fourth quarter to put his name in the record books alongside Gonzalez. Paying tribute to the great Chiefs player, Kelce then dunked the ball. over the goal post.
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The celebration drew a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty, but it made no difference to the veteran kicker. harrison butcher, who nailed the extra point attempt.
During Prime Video’s pregame broadcast, Gonzalez promised to pay Kelce’s fine in case he emulated his famous touchdown celebration.
“I’m very happy for him. He’s one of the best tight ends to ever do it.” [and] off the field,” he said. “I’ve followed him since he was a rookie and it doesn’t surprise me. He is one of the best tight ends of all time.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce celebrates a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half on December 25, 2024. (Barry Reeger-Image Images)
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“If you mess up, I’ll pay that fine.”
Kelce responded to Gonzalez’s post about X celebrating the achievement and reminded him of the offer he made to him before the game.
“You know I had to show love to the greatest of all time,” Kelce wrote. “Although you mentioned that you would help me with the fine.”
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce celebrates a touchdown during the second half at Acrisure Stadium on Dec. 25, 2024. (Barry Reeger-Image Images)
González obeyed, happily.
“I got you!”
