Chiefs Trick Play Explained, Playoff Seeding & Introducing ‘The Newsies’ | New Heights | Ep 21

On the twenty-first episode of New Heights, Jason and Travis react to some of your incredible fan art and we answer another of your not-dumb questions, “Which animal could actually play on a football team?”
We react to both the Eagles and the Chiefs clinching the #1 seeds in the playoffs and how the playoff bye week impacts players physically and mentally.
Travis breaks down how the Chiefs “Ring Around the Rosie” play actually happened against the Raiders and shares some of his favorite stories of his decade with Coach Reid.
Jason gives us a look into what it was like having Jalen “The System” Hurts back in the huddle and how this Eagles record-setting offense took flight this season.
The guys look at some of the wildest storylines from Week 18 in the NFL from the electric opening kickoff return in the Bills game, to Lovie Smith going out winning, the Lions upsetting the Packers, and why we don’t see college coaches succeed in the NFL.
And finally, since we don’t have a Chiefs or Eagles game to preview, we thought we would take a look back on the NFL regular season and hand out the first-ever New Heights Awards, The Newsies! Categories include; the New Best Friend Awards, Stat line of the Year, The Shit We Didn’t See Coming, and more!
Lastly, we need your help deciding our New Heights Stamp of the year so hit us up on social media @NewHeightShow or email us at [e-mail] with your submissions.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
01:35 - New News & Fan Art
08:03 - No Dumb Question - Animals Playing Football (Nerd Wallet Sponsorship)
17:24 - Reacting to #1 Seeds
25:30 - Week 18 Wrap Up
26:15 - Chiefs Trick Play Explained
32:12 - Andy Reid’s 10 Years in KC
40:40 - Sum Up Chiefs Regular Season
41:58 - Jalen Hurts Returns
44:48 - Eagle Record Breaking Offense
47:35 - Sum up Eagles Regular Season
50:30 - Bills Kick Off Return
53:57 - Lovie Smith goes out winning
57:30 - Lions Upset Packers
01:00:54 - College Coaches in the NFL
01:06:05 - New Heights Awards, ‘The Newsies’
01:18:50 - MVP Discussion
01:26:50 - Stamp of the Year
#nfl #chiefs #eagles #newheights

[@r4venheart80]

This podcast was born the same year that Chiefs-Eagles have the best odds ever to meet in the SB🤯📈

[@dioniceusx640]

Would love to see a pod where they're preparing to play eachother in the superbowl

[@omarionjones6784]

Facts

[@slimeshadetree13]

@@dioniceusx640 The podcast after that Super Bowl would either be awkward or one of the guys constantly complementing the other lmao. I kinda hope they don’t meet

[@politic1148]

Well let's give it up for Mr. Moto everyone! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@phillipt1697]

@DioniceusX I'm not 100% sure Jason would be cool doing one ha ha.

[@garzeygraze9421]

That chiefs trick play was diabolical and everyone loved it

[@adjones6392]

Except the Raiders and the Donkey's for some reason. 😆

[@peartist2]

Well not a certain Broncos player.

[@baileywoodman5744]

@@adjones6392 hard to like a play when you get your ass beat by the same team twice a year 😂

[@dbboss8455]

I like it

[@blindjustice8718]

Except some Dumbver Donkey.

[@chrisglasser1777]

We really need to see the New Heights Bowl with Pat/Jalen together on the podcast. Get it done fellas, the Hooligans need it.

[@calebgarwood9367]

They said they would do it if they both make it to the Super Bowl.

[@Lizzyc0077]

The playoffs run through New Heights!

[@TwitchGuapGaming]

@@floatpool8307 probably closer to phili it’s in Ohio

[@velder22]

How much fun is this podcast going to be when these two meet in the Super Bowl

[@matthewcharboneau733]

Dan Campbell is our coach!!!!! New Heights #1 baby!!!

[@sgr2185]

The Animals Playing Football segment was absolute gold

[@gavin2131]

For the animal playing football segment, give me a KANGAROO. Can’t believe the guys didn’t mention it. Has a pouch to hold the ball, they’re fast and strong. I bet it can move laterally pretty well too. Can definitely play both sides of the ball. So yeah, i’m going Kangaroo

[@joshbutt4924]

From Australia here. Love this pod. Go the chiefs. A wombat has a pouch. Put the ball in that and dig for the end zone baby

[@SomeOne-zw6kh]

Is that a kangaroo?? I just suggested kangaroo hah. I can't believe they didn't even think or things with a pouch!

[@lawrencemayer9802]

Boston firefighter retired and U.S. Army firefighter retired and a huge patriots fan. Just wanted to let you know that your podcast is the best sport show going congratulations to both of you good luck to both of you in the playoffs

[@J.Battles]

Trav's giggle at Mac not being happy about his newsie was killing me.

[@benrotko6411]

Travis’s first thought to “animal” being Bigfoot is HILARIOUS

[@customerrelations9393]

Big Yeti 😂

[@coryalbert7205]

Travis saying alright now 75 times is ridiculously funny

[@BBQvibesLONGBOARDrides]

Three words…ELEPHANT RUNNING BACK! 😂 Game over! Great job boys! Love listening. Good luck in the playoffs. Stay healthy. Thanks for letting us all into your world. Keep up the great work. All the best! GO CHIEFS!!! 😎👍 Stamp-of-the-season = All the medical staff who saved Damar Hamlin’s life. 👏👏👏

[@politic1148]

🐘 can't run when a lion is tearing apart it's foot!

[@ArtyMcflyy]

The gorilla can climb on top of the elephant and snatch the ball… it’s going the other way!

[@skykingimages]

I was thinking Kangaroo

[@OttoTheWeim]

Exactly. 11 guys aren’t taking one down and it can hold the ball high enough in the trunk to not get knocked out.

[@OttoTheWeim]

@@politic1148 properly trained would mean in football and it couldn’t commit any penalties by attacking the other players.

[@antonio-chaurand-sportspod]

When they started trolling Quinn Meinerz that had me dying 😂😂 love these dudes

[@blindjustice8718]

To his credit, no trees sacked Russell Wilson this season.

[@maddawg8164]

Kelce said I'm get after it today and block this tree 😂😂😂😂😂😂 that segment was gold

[@DefenderOfVirginity]

blockin trees with the boys

[@joeanderson1307]

timestamp? i skipped around a little cuz it’s really late rn for me lol

[@antonio-chaurand-sportspod]

@@joeanderson1307 they start talking about it around 29:50 👍🏼

[@ColorwaveCraftsCo]

These guys are so real and down to earth even though they are top tier elite athletes. Love listening to this podcast ❤

[@turkeysandwich421]

Eagles Chiefs super bowl is a dream game!! Would love to see that this year!!

[@losinghope5123]

As long as the dream ends with the Birds winning

[@nat3dgr34t]

@@losinghope5123 🦅🦅

[@mrgrimreaper94]

Goo niners !!!

[@andrewboyce7268]

@@losinghope5123 nah Chiefs

[@losinghope5123]

@@andrewboyce7268 you really must be dreaming

[@sharonjordan3829]

Jason really put alot of thought into the not dumb question of the day😃😃😃😃😃😃

[@jeffweaver7983]

The fans of this show are amazing. Had a great time talking crap on live chat with some other fan bases. Respect to all the great NFL fans from Bills mafia

[@heathernks8]

Agreed! The chat is always fire here-what's up to #billsmafia from #chiefskingdom ✌

[@L-Jay1147]

@@heathernks8 we should have the first seed #BillsMafia

[@heathernks8]

@@L-Jay1147 Hey, I couldn't root for the Pats while watching that game, and I think the Chiefs abstained on that vote. That's a move with which I agree to stay impartial, bc that whole situation was a freakish accident. A lot of folks think Buffalo is fated for a storybook Super Bowl-winning season tho, so seeding doesn't really matter now. Good luck Bills! Glad Damar is home!!💙❤

[@ttfu7886]

Can you give yourselves the stamp of the year? Talk about new Heights, starting a podcast from nothing and becoming #1. You deserve it boys

[@MatthewThomas88]

Such badass brothers! Both having byes in first week of playoffs in different leagues!!! Life is good

[@BoutTime73]

Gotta enter with snow globe was amazing! Love even more that people are butthutt over it! Born and raised in KC in the 70’s and been Chief fan since, you guys are giving us long term Chiefs fans dreams co e true! Looking forward to the dynasty continuation.

[@adjones6392]

I don't understand either. I know some have said unsportsmanlike conduct but it's a play and obviously one they've been waiting to do. 😊

[@frankshadley9342]

Been a Chiefs fan since the sixties when Lamar moved them from Dallas

[@rachaelstagner4648]

I love their love of Andy Reid ❤️

[@rhettkimball5710]

As a Pat's fan I have to say yall 2 guys have become my favorite players to watch/ listen to great job guys and hope yall see each other in the superbowl!

[@tylercochrane36]

Feels weird always hated Travis Kelce as a pats fan but absolutely love him now have a jersey coming in

[@donavonmorris]

@@tylercochrane36 W!!!

[@donavonmorris]

W pats fans!❤️

[@TarHeels258]

I love how much thought jason put into the animal question😭

[@deving.4318]

For real. Man said he loves animals and really showed it. Love to it.

[@loiswhitesings]

RIIIIIIIIIGHT 🤣🤣

[@ronbyers9912]

I love these guys. I am looking forward to a New Heights Superbowl.

[@TacticalHuntr]

I loved the little ring around the Rosie huddle trick play

[@pulsatingsausageboy2076]

I’d like to hear Jason talk about what he remembers regarding the players reactions when Philadelphia fired Andy.

[@shawnmalec6846]

😊Rss😊😊🎉goooo errr o CBT bvmk if my yoke

[@spaceghost4628]

I almost threw up as an eagles fan Smfh… that’s why I’m a closet chiefs fan.. that’s my second team as long as Andy is there they are the Red Eagles LOL

[@JusCJay]

The OBVIOUS answer to the animal question is the ELEPHANT!! Holds the ball in its trunk and goes crazy on anything in its path. Greatest WR/RB animal EVER!!! 🐘

[@TheRdbaron1972]

Just started watching the podcast a months ago and its one of my favorites now. Told the guys are working and we are all in now. Keep it going you guy's are killings it. Thanks

[@stevenlong501]

Favorite Jason quote “ I don’t know what just happened….. BUT THATS NOT ALLOWED!”😂😂😂😂

[@Blank-jt3nj]

From a Lions fan appreciate the love you guys show us on here 💪

[@joshroberts3719]

Oh also thank you for let us peek behind the curtains and seeing what it's like and what it takes to be two elite NFL players and showing the youth how to reach there goals and dreams through hard work perseverance respect and humility. Thank you both stay safe guys and good luck with post season cheering for you both.

[@Anita_Ricci]

“My friend Taylor” My how much your lives have changed in the last year 💚 love you guys.

[@clownkilla7003]

#1 sports podcast.....#1 seed in each conference....these boys are killing it

[@marcpompette7431]

"Are you gonna still be willing to...potentially hurt yourself largely for money you don't need?" Retirement take of the year 👏👏

[@baconboy6474]

This podcast since the start, the best one love the conversations and topics. Also thank y'all for being great players and people.

[@jawshmurdock9604]

Props to Jason for the “Sampsquanch” (Trailer Park Boys) reference! The correct animal answer is the German Shepherd at Linebacker. It can actually be trained to tackle. You can’t actually train a gorilla or an eagle to football. German Shepherds are routinely trained as police officers that tackle criminals.

[@Mary_Jacobs]

Seconded. Would also accept Malinois as an answer.

[@cottonman5757]

man you gotta have a gorilla at center nobody gettin by that

[@paulawilder8368]

​@@Mary_Jacobsscary thought, Are we sharing a brain? My thoughts exactly.

[@pieDesert]

An Eagle would be a SICK safety!! Could blitz well and spread their wings out as a vision obstruction for the QB, cover over top and swoop any pass out of the air, plus they could potentially lift certain animals off the ground and assist in tackles. You would absolutely need another aerial counter for it on both sides of the ball.

[@zackdevlin777]

I loved the Artic circle play everyone loved that and was so fun times. It's went Viral like Boom 💥. The fans of the NFL loved it. And fans matter. Go New Heights Hooligans. I love when Andy calls those special plays we have never seen so cool.

[@ikhlaasbhat6369]

“How you gonna defend a stiff trunk” gotta be an all time new heights quote

[@Supersmashmike101]

This podcast is the best thing to happen this season

[@LoFoSho]

Both future HoF right here. Congrats on all your guys success. It inspires me to keep grinding! ☺️ I’m gon’ get mine! hehe

[@nytehaunter7297]

Two brothers playing the same game at the same level and despite their different personalities love each other and still have fun together.... Mama Kelce and Papa Kelce should be proud of you both!!! well done gentle and here's to Kelce SB matchup!!! and learned something I never knew before..no waxing nature's thermostat... good stuff!! and a quadraped that could hold the football an Elephant....

[@LoganTravisDark]

Okay, you boys are the shit. I'm a Jason fan, he's the man, but as a die hard Chiefs fan, I gotta admit, Travis has the crown here. Nothing personal, Jason, but lil bro has the inside track. Y'all's dad, however, really wins the day. Watched him when Travis got his win, and the man spilled his heart. It was pretty fucking awesome. Carry on, gentlemen. Eagles-Chiefs SB, and whoever wins, we all win.

[@tracycaniford3385]

Love both of you guys!! Let’s go!! Eagles/Chiefs Superbowl!!!

[@sirforbiddenstatic3904]

seeing this man who plays in the nfl every week he just as interested in animals as i am is so cool to see

[@queensleyflames]

Love the brother dynamic, especially when Jason (lovingly) picks on/roasts Trav. Reminds me of me and my younger bro.

[@raisedonfootball]

I listened to most of this earlier today in the car. I have to say the best part is the discussion of the animals….Jason gets so excited and caught up in this…at one point Travis is just listening to Jason ramble on about all the animals and all the categories. This is classic. Came back to see the video for pure entertainment.

[@Wyomingchief]

I discovered you guys via podcast, but when I found out you were on KZbin this is where I watch you every week. Mainly because of the fan art and such but also because Travis and Jason are both so expressive you have to see them. Go Chiefs, hopefully we can meet the Eagles in the Super Bowl. The only bad thing about a Chiefs Eagles Super Bowl is Mama Kelce is not going to know who to root for

[@MonkeyDeez7]

I love this comment

[@pamcarlson5633]

Bear¡ my first answer

[@pamcarlson5633]

Are you 2 thinking about playing each other for super bowl? It would be so fantastic

[@adjones6392]

Mama Kelce had a special shirt and special shoes that she wears when they play each other. I also think she wore them both last year when she was running between playoff games on the same day in different cities 😊

[@Wyomingchief]

@@adjones6392 yeah I seem to remain the jersey that was a combination of both of theirs

[@veedani3671]

I enjoyed this no dumb question! My answer was also Gorilla(LB) or Cheetah(WR) I think this is becoming my new favorite segment!! Great show as always guys! ❤️

[@rappedoutreviews1264]

Incredible year for the podcast gentlemen ! Both of you have MVP type leaders at the helm with 1st seed in your respective conference! All the while being the number one sports podcast in the world and the best at the position in league ! Congratulations gang !

[@canvasman2307]

Elephant is the ultimate fullback, lead blocker, receiver in traffic; Nose guard and pass deflector; never forget the plays and have Brady-like long career😂

[@joshmh97]

First team all pro for you both! Dominating on and off the field boys!

[@jaimeshell1994]

The love shown on this episode for MCDC and the Detroit Lions! 😍 Any week Green Bay loses is a good week, but when it's the Lions doing the kneecap-biting, it's truly special. 💪🦁

[@TheJudeJane]

Disagree, but respect your opinion.

[@joshroberts3719]

Thank you both for what you are doing and look forward to your show every week and it keeps getting better. I would have to say hand done best content out there.

[@estefisa4360]

That play form the chiefs was absolutely 🤌🏼🤌🏼 I just love seeing how much they have fun out there!! And I think that’s what makes them great! Just love for the game🤘🏼

[@heathernks8]

The spin play by the Chiefs O-Line was surprising! :) Our team is so entertaining!🔥 ❤💛

[@danieltrotter4818]

You guys are the best now I’m a saints fan but we didn’t make the playoffs so I’m rooting for you two to play each other in the Super Bowl boy that would be special 💪🏾

[@eltomo420]

That intro did me right g Love the pod. Love you guys. I didn’t know I’d love trav this much. Go birds.

[@golgason]

I LOVED the ring around whatever haha and want to see more of it!!

[@matmalon733]

I’m hoping this off season they keep it going and bring on some more guest love those episodes

[@TorukMaktoSST]

Much love to the kelce brothers😎🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@denverblair3977]

Thanks for giving MCDC his roses, we've came along way and Brad Holmes and Shelia are a good part. We love Ben Johnson, and Jason if you guys come back to Detroit it's not going down like it did last time. We will win the next one. I hope your there

[@treyspaulding46]

Jason your both Absolutely AWESOME. Trav love ya both but your Equally awesome DONT GET IT TWISTED! WE love BOTH OF YOUS

[@gcbaba]

You gotta keep these podcasts going during the off season too! Or we will go into withdrawal…❤

[@wendellgee11]

When I watch Mahomes spotting a receiver, I hear the Benny Hill theme song. He's frigging awesome! When he does plays like the arctic circle, I call them Globe Trotter's moves! Wow! Stats Mahomes!

[@jennalaine8925]

I love these boys. They’re hilarious 😂 Jason needs to say Sasquatch more often.

[@christyrichardson9284]

This should be our superbowl. I love both of you. Never miss an episode. I ove being houligan.

[@joannlewis8101]

You guys are the BEST!!!🏈 🦾♥🙏🏽♥😇 FLY🦅🦅🦅🦅FLY!

[@mcavoyfamily8387]

Damar Hamlin deserves the stamp of the season. Not only for pulling through a gruesome injury, but the way he changed the league, it was all anyone could talk about, bringing together opposing teams with so much on the line, potentially determining how the AFC conference game will play out, and likely will be a major part in implementing additional safety changes and equipment to help keep this from happening in the futur

[@cspann7123]

Getting ready to head on over to the Pivot podcast to check out your interview. Can't believe you just figured out the pivot😂 Until now, that was my favorite podcast, now you're sort of like 1a and 1b. Love both shows😍

[@jr_nerdlife]

I don't know that's good foe your brain, but I like the way it gets you going- my new favorite Jason quote of all time

[@velder22]

How much fun is this podcast going to be when these two meet in the Super Bowl

[@brookejohnson5222]

New Heights Hooligans in the hizzy! The most ELECTRIC podcast in history! #smexybatman #statmahomes #flankingyeti ❤️#87💛 Ring around the rosey 🤣 and elephant all the way

[@kimdavis3259]

I love the way Jason’s daughter said, New Neewwsss!! 😃 Then when Jason asked her who’s that 👉🏾👉🏾 (pointing at Travis) and she said with the cutest smile, “Uncle Travy” 😁😍

[@letsgoreds3363]

I look forward to this every week! Keep up the good work boys! Go Bearcats!

[@kellysmith95]

Shit we didn't see coming.....the Jags playing the Chiefs in KC in a Divisional round. Go get it Trav!!!!

[@jackiedorsey23]

GIRAFFE WIDE RECEIVER! Speed, ball security and strong legs to kick them corners out the way and keep it movin' 🦒🏈

[@squidwarddeep5064]

giraffe would have a crazy stiff arm😂

[@Old_World_Phoenix]

I don't generally do podcasts, but I could, and do, listen to these dudes talk for hours. Football, brotherhood, random BS, it's like listening to a conversation between me and my own brother.

[@Play_Misty]

That Bills touchdown was chillingly perfect!😮❤😊

[@phillyking2154]

Go Birds and congrats chiefs fans on the number 1 seed 🎉

[@kuekazoo]

what do you think of a kangaroo playing running back? they can hold the ball in the pouch and can hurdle everyone! (also they can push the pile and break tackles with sheer strength)

[@HOWBAZARY]

Shake Awake! New Heights is in Da House! Respect to the Eagles but this guy is a Born and Raised Chiefs Fanatic. Great episode, Let's Roll!

[@canoeinginthewild]

high inside channel, loved you both. Goldjacket dudes. Keep comming🙌

[@Ejack4814]

“You can’t take down an elephant … FUCK!” -Travis Kelce 😂

[@christinarowe5051]

Andy Ried ❤️💛🙏🙏 It's an honor to be a Chiefs lifer fan. I salute to you both and Congrats on both of your success #1 seeds !! For both of you! I appreciate your hard work Travis, I can relate us old school athletes lol ❤️💛

[@stacyauguste6507]

waayyyy down the rabbit hole with dumb questions 🤣hilarious

[@jjam1633]

Thanks fellas for the laughs. Ya'll are great.

[@ki_tb12]

I was never a fan of Travis. I never doubted his talent, he is a great TE! I thought he was arrogant, I love listening to him now.

[@mattp.8136]

Eagles getting 1 seed was more of a surprise than the Chiefs, no?

[@joeycoates676]

Yes

[@deving.4318]

I love how knowledgeable Jason is when it comes to animals. Man was truly thinking about ALL the possibilities too, small and large.

[@armourtrimmer]

The Herm Edwards “you play to win the game” was wonderful 😂

[@bradherdt]

I was thinking elephant from the jump! Glad Jason finally got there

[@ryanmcdonald8771]

Suggestion for No Dumb Questions: If you could each rebrand your respective teams in tribute of your favorite childhood cartoon what would your team name be, and what would tour uniforms look like?

[@dontjudge2618]

Because of the play being done to the Raiders. It should have been called "wheels on the bus".

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

🤣💀

[@GatBlackistan]

That's the perfect name because Reindeer don't run in circles and neither does a snow globe. 😅

[@peytongross9970]

I’m with Trav on this the gorilla is super smart, has characteristics similar to a human, and freakishly strong. Put that dude on the OL/DL…unstoppable

[@richmariano676]

I don’t even watch podcasts,…lol. But THIS is a staple in my week/day! Love y’all!! Go get it!! Kelce bowl22!!

[@noahtamerius8534]

All I'm saying is that a bear at middle linebacker might be the scariest thing possible. The average bear is 6'3 and 660 pounds, and they can run faster than humans. That means they can play coverage while absolutely obliterating the run.

[@K.C.C.L]

Gorillas are more agile and have better reach.

[@terigiese1322]

It is actually crazy that the Lions are not in the playoffs!A lifetime fan of The Pack and my hometown?Just a painful game to watch😣

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

You’ll get em next year. If y’all can find a QB, the Lions are gonna shake up some things!

[@davidringle7]

I really hope this is the super bowl match up.. I love this show these guys are awesome human beings and great pod casters

[@glendrummer01]

Dudes! Newbie here. Love you two Brothers!