Rich Eisen’s Heartfelt Sendoff to Retiring Eagles C Jason Kelce | The Rich Eisen Show

Rich Eisen examines the wide-ranging impact retiring Eagles C Jason Kelce had on players and fans throughout his Hall of Fame career.
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[@markodell4717]

After playing 13 years in the NFL on the same team, a 45 minute retirement speech was more than well earned. Great story Jason.

[@Jurrseph]

I've heard a lot of idiots be like "who cares that Travis Kelce's brother is retiring" or "who cares that a center is retiring." So to avoid that nonsense coming to this comment section as well, here's the deal. Jason has been advocating for his brother in football for a long time. The Travis Kelce we see today is not the same Travis Kelce without Jason as his brother and that's a fact. Secondly, he's not just a center, he's a HOF center and that line WILL NOT be the same without him. He's also just a good dude, so don't hate.

[@bowed305]

Preach!

[@tiddiesattic]

Are you crying about it too?

[@bowed305]

@@tiddiesatticAnd if he is? Got an issue with people showing emotions?

[@tiddiesattic]

@bowed305 There are legitimate reasons for a man to cry.. an NFL player retiring is not one of them.. I was in the service & what he did for that vet was awesome, but any man who cried listening to that is just pathetic

[@bowed305]

@@tiddiesatticAin't a thing wrong with showing some emotions. We all do it differently. This man is leaving something he's loves doing, and leaving people he loves, and his life is about to change in huge ways. Publicly displaying his emotions about that is completely understandable. Why is it an issue for you if a man cried at this? If you don't want to cry, no one is making you, but a man's metal isn't determined by his ability to hold back and deny emotions.

[@LionAndALamb]

Jason has become American's center over the past 5 years. He's a guy we'd all like to have as a friend.

[@williamd1891]

Is there any fan from any team who can hate on Jason Kelce? He is the embodiment of a true NFL player and fan, as we found out in Buffalo. (Grizzly roar)

[@ajfatca]

well said

[@nunya6874]

Ya nailed it

[@Gungho73]

A friend I can have a beer with.

[@rhino3784]

I'd say he's upgraded to America's older brother.

[@susansnyder9271]

FACTS Rich! Amazing parenting. Thank you Donna and Ed. Job well done.

[@robertbruce4308]

As a die hard dallas fan living 30 min outside philly. There is no eagle in the 25yrs ive been watching football that related to and wanted to succeed more thank jason. 1st ballad hof for sure great player and great man

[@DWHarper62]

That sleeveless shirt was Jason's oldest shirt from the Eagles and has been with him for 13 years, in constant use working out and around the facility. He said that the workout shirt was representative of his time as an Eagle...

[@pete7389]

Let’s not forget - he was arguably the best Center in the NFL this past season.

[@FalseOracle617]

He's the best center of this generation.

[@robynsegg]

Being from West Philly, I can truly say, that Jason Kelce is TRULY a Philadelphian.

[@cormag590]

I love little segments like this where we give love and appreciation to people while they are still here with us; and not too late, after they have passed on.

[@jcatikno1655]

Got directed here on KZbin after listening to Jason Kelce's retirement speech. Thanks for having his back. I was more impressed by your statements about yourself and men showing their emotions. I thank you for your humanitarian efforts. I will be following your show from now on at SiriusXM and will never listen to another Dan Patrick show again. Thanks for keeping it real and encouraging all of us to "do more".

[@Jaimeheartbeat]

Same

[@alwaysamused979]

I so appreciate you guys showing so much love to Jason and to their pod. Yesterday, Dan Patrick pooped on their pod and shamed Jason for being emotional, and I lost all respect for him in that moment. You guys just confirmed that you are 'my kind of guys'. So thanks.

[@NOHOPHOTO]

Watched DP to see his thoughts on the presser and the retirement. It was very brief on his emotions & JK memories. Then he mentioned BDFoles story and it turned into a 6th grade giggle fest for the remainder. DP style not for me.

[@pattimctigue9680]

So agree with you!! Dan Patrick has been a jerk about Jason for awhile. Can’t stand him!! So appreciate Rich and how much he loves Jason ❤

[@williamallen7984]

Dan’s jealous because he’s been a sports media guy for 40 years and their Pod is more popular than his…

[@rimok.2765]

Your comment made me look up what he said. What a jealous and bitter old man Dan is. He was talking about how their podcast would fail once Travis and t swift broke up like it wasn’t successful before. Just such a loser of a human. The opposite of Rich who is a gem.

[@TreyDawgWNL]

If one more damn Kelce brother makes me cry again this week. I SWEAR!!!!.....LOL Seriously as the older brother in my family the bond these two share makes me feel like I failed my brother because of how close THEY are. Love these guys.

[@61AllMine]

ask him to come on to your show for a day...I'm 100% positive that he would, as I have heard him mention his admiration for YOU!

[@Socr8tes77]

We shouldn’t be surprised when good people do good things, we should take inspiration from people like that.

[@aneesabashir8496]

Offensive linemen rarely receive the type of adulation afforded to Jason Kelce but none have transcended the game quite like a man whose talent and personality shone on both the field & the microphone. He is about to embark on the most incredible post-playing career. He deserves all the success in the world

[@gusrose62]

Thank you for giving Love to the OL! I think you’ll find some outstanding guys, caring, helpful & loyal players. When my son told me he was moving to center from guard…@14…the sharpest, smartest guys play center…they’re the “Mike LB” of the OL, it has stayed with/me, especially when he got his dream playing college FB. shoutout Dallas’ C Travis Frederick, also an all-time great). Jason is just a fantastic example of his “Big Man” Tribe!

[@richard345]

What the Kelce brothers gave us is authenticity.

[@michaelriver4038]

I'm with Rich . Listening to and hearing about Jason makes me want to be better.

[@donaldwesterhazy9333]

My favorite section of his goodby was when he talked about the difference in the men that make up the team. Class, geography, education. That was the part that got my eyes watering. Come on America, lets do better.

[@personanongrata80s]

just wait couple days until fox pick up the news with headline : "did pfizer vaccine make you soft and be cry baby like Kelce???"

[@basstib.9343]

I am not a US citizen. I don’t even live in the US, but that segment was the epitome of what the US used to be… at least from an outside perspective. Jason Kelce is the man I strive to be. We all need to do better. No matter where we live.

[@jabawockee199]

Jason Kelce has brought more tears to my eyes than true life sports movies ever have! You can’t help but love that giant Yeti of a man!

[@ScottyHonolulu]

A younger brother looking up to his older bro. My bro is a fighter pilot in the Navy and now he’s a flight instructor. We played with legos when we were kids and he built such the coolest jets and helicopters. 100% relatable. I look up to him so much🤙. Fly Eagles Fly🦅🦅

[@gordonnichols8096]

This is why Jason Kelce is a special star. One of One!

[@GoDawgs809]

Jason is a good man. He’ll be in media for years to come or some other great venture.

[@lorie9738]

Jason is the epitome of family. In his real family and his sporting daily. All the best to him.

[@jonathansantiago6234]

My god I got emotional watching this entire segment. People like Jason just makes you think you gotta better.

[@lauriemagoon-vr8ty]

I appreciate you acknowledging the importance of kindness and Jason’s many shared gifts!

[@susiehatcher1269]

There is nothing dare I say "sexier than man that is comfortable with his emotions!❤❤❤❤

[@larryhudlemeyer2617]

Thanks for recognizing Jason for the overall good dude that he appears to be. Thanks for also focusing on the positive instead bringing doom and gloom or making fun of Jason like other sports talking heads have in recent days. You have my respect and admiration for choosing a different path and for pointing out how Jason is the kind of guy we all would like to have in our neighborhood and the kind of Dad we would like our sons to be. Keep up the good work, Rich!

[@themindunset]

Love you, Rich Eisen! Jason Kelce is one of my all-time favorite Eagles. This is a great story and a positive flip for all the grief Philly takes.

[@bsmith8943]

I really didn't pay attention to centers play until Jason. Beast. Absolutely the best. Seams like even a better man and husband and brother. Mom and Pops Kelce you 2 raised unbelievable great men.

[@IGI_Media]

Jason (and uncle Travvy) represent the part of society we've been missing for a long time. We're in an are of toxic sh%^t-posts and keyboard heroes (people who feel brave hiding behind their accounts) trying to make everyone's lives miserable. We're in an era where people are extremely petty about which word we should call them, and whether our comments had a typo or not. We're in an era where people want to be seen as unique and special, and yet lash out at others for being unique and special. We're in an era where many folks reading this don't understand what it's like to have a bond with family and a support group like the Kelce's do. The reason we fans, go full Vermeil, is because being able to just witness what the Kelce's have going (yes even w/ Taylor Swift) is what we all strive for: Friendship, Love, Support, success.

[@peppertoni]

Loved this segment. Sports can really be so beautiful. Thanks Rich and crew!!

[@tomcroston2636]

Love you, Rich! I am turning 60 this year, and have seen my fair share of loss over the past months. I know how you feel...life is short, even if life is long. The impact Jason has had on me over the last 16 months is incredible! Don't underestimate your impact on the world, it is substantive and valuable and valued by so many, including me. Thank you for this kind of sharing on the regular, it means everything to men struggling to do the same. Toda! Mazel tov!

[@TheMrEpiphany]

I still remember Rich barely managing to get through announcing Stuart Scott's death and breaking down as he went to commercial. Happy to see him appreciating the openness of emotion by these two other guys. Happy retirement to Jason and may Stuart always rest well on the cool side of the pillow

[@tjk5598]

It’s good to get deep. It’s real life. We often forget how short and fleeting it is.

[@susansnyder9271]

Would LOVE seeing them together in a "Buddy" movie!!! OMG!

[@ryanedwardson6541]

Watch the podcast, you get an episode every week ;-)

[@sirdoobiehowzer3888]

Seeing how many people are upset about Jason being talked about on other posts and videos is depressing. Thanks Rich for “getting it”, so many others don’t 👏🏻🦅

[@BlueLeprechaun15]

It's the usual internet nonlifers and trolls. Ones who don't fear consequences and wanna be the negative one when seeing alot of positivity

[@nunya6874]

@richeisen. Wish I had known more of you years ago but you sir are a class act. The world needs a few more Jason Kelce’s …..but we could use a few more Rich Eisen’s as well. Bravo sir

[@alexandriaocasio-smollett5078]

As a Cowboys fan I am so grateful he’s gone. But not because of any competitive advantage it gives us on the field. The reason I’m grateful he’s gone is because it pissed me off to have so much respect for, and be such a fan of, a guy wearing Eagles green. All kidding aside, dude is a legend on and off the field. He demonstrates not only what it means to be a football player, but more importantly, what it means to be a man, an American, and a father. In an era which is so divisive and filled with hate coming from all directions, it’s astoundingly rare for a guy to have been in the spotlight for 13 years and becomes universally respected and revered by everyone across the football, political, and social world in which we live. They need to start carving his bust in Canton.

[@cruzinthruspace]

Imagine playing with and against your brother in the nfl. Dam 😢 so cool

[@cameronjohnston2775]

The greatest strength of them all: the strength to be open and vulnerable.

[@johncallinaniii4907]

Love the fact he knew the janitors name in the podcast

[@IWishUWereTacos]

This is why I love this show

[@dreebenny]

We all need to be able to share our emotions and show them. You are so very right that it is a sign of strength Rich.

[@MarkHerrmann-wf2yq]

Love you and your show Rich! You always keep it real and honest! I was watching Kelce's retirement briefly on my lunch break and got choked up too, especially when he was talking about his team and their history.

[@derekbowen5820]

The story about the trainer says a lot, because you can tell a lot about someone's character by how they treat "the help": are they mindful of not making a mess that a janitor will have to clean up, are they polite to their waiter/waitress/bartender, do they treat the person at the toll booth or cash register like a person as opposed to something they have to get through. Jason Kelce isn't just the older brother we all wish we had, he's the kind of guy all dads hope their sons grow up to become, and not because he's an all-time great NFL player.

[@Liamharrison11]

Why do they keep tryna make me cry dude

[@bolovirus]

I love your show guys. Keep focusing on the good. Let it be a light for us in the night. Thanks

[@stingrey1571]

thank you rich. big contrast from dan patrick who clowned jason for crying and said he was only famous because of travis.

[@timscharf3289]

That’s because Dan Patrick is trash.

[@RiceDavies1]

The veteran story has me in tears 😭. Truly one of the greatest things I've ever heard

[@jayb408]

The best segment I’ve seen from you guys!!!

[@bowed305]

Thanks for sharing more positive information about him with us. This was a great positive video. It is truly appreciated. Thank you!

[@thegouda123]

Well said Rich. You da man

[@Dani-rz8dj]

As a woman this is my favorite sports pod to listen to. Rich you are so lovely and emotionally intelligent and I appreciate you so much. That vet phone call broke me, too. Go birds and go humanity and emotionally mature men🥲♥️

[@nathanstickyickyhill7046]

we need more of it

[@dbyd777]

Great segment Mr Eisen.

[@michaelcaffrey1897]

The Kelce Bro. aren't just football HOF'ERS they are both LIFE HOF'ERS. Both care about their communities and people in general. I live in MO and have heard plenty of stories of Travis's great deals outside football and sounds like Jason might even be better.

[@brettpenrod]

Rich, I am 54 and I am more emotional now as I get older. It makes me appreciate life more. I care more. Jason seems like a great dude.

[@nytehaunter7297]

if we all could be more like Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce what a better world we would live in.... and Rich you belong in there with the Kelce Brothers...

[@foxynorcalchic]

You, the Swami, Stuart Scott, Keith Olberman were a big part of my everyday as young adult. If you’re lucky enough your childhood memories with siblings are memorable.

[@carolynclaire5241]

That’s beautiful.

[@asishkurianrealtor]

What a man. Thank you 😢

[@nancysandoval8670]

This is an awesome reflection. Glad you could highlight Jason and also your feelings about this moment.

[@patticriss2238]

That was beautiful, Mr. Eisenhower. I was in tears during the whole press conference. Special guy, is JK.

[@DANIGAL101]

This is so great and touching! Thank you Rich Eisen. This is why you’re my favorite!!

[@oldarn590]

Anyone that's loved playing sports for most of their lives, either at a competitive level or just because they love to play, and then when the day comes when you can't play it anymore, will understand and totally relate,

[@ShelbyBaby27]

Thank you Rich for mentioning both of their parents. No matter how much Jason and Travis gush about Papa Ed, The NFL acts like Donna had two immaculate conceptions.

[@rackjack8450]

Thanks for sharing

[@robynsegg]

11:30 - 12:00... It's good to know that I am not the only one who'd thought that The Kelce Boys would make a GREAT Tag Team Wrestlers! 🤣

[@kyledachik9271]

Thanks for this. I've shared this a few times today, and will continue to when you hit on the themes of sports and life converging. My favorite moments, and why I'll always love sports.

[@HonoluluBlue81]

Jason Kelce is as real as it gets.

[@NOHOPHOTO]

WHY IS THERE SO MUCH LOVE & CONGRATS TO THE KELCE BROS FOR THEIR ABILTY TO SHOW AND SHARE EMOS FREELY. AND ALL THEN HATERS GET ON A 21 YEAR OLD BALLER, REALIZING HIS NATTY DREAMS AND HIS COLLEGE CAREER ARE DONE, & GOES TO SHED A TEAR WITH HIS FAMILY. I FEEL EMPATHY & PRIDE FOR BOTH. why two standards. KELCE FAN & A CALEB FAN. ❤

[@KenJohnsonFlyfishing]

It takes class to appreciate class. Thanks for sharing the stories!

[@Noland55]

I don't stay with any other sports show on a consistent basis. Why, because you appreciate sports the way it should be appreciated.

[@gordianturkey6679]

I agree with Rich Eisen. Ed and Donna did such a great job raising those boys into such marvelous men.

[@alysonsneyd3401]

I’m already impressed by the Kelce bros podcast. You’re right if the could bottle how they were thought to be men, it would impact our world!

[@gabrielbz.]

shout out to rich for covering this. god bless you and the guys

[@dinosp8th]

Great stuff Rich, love both Kelce bros and your show!

[@cherylrielly5175]

This is what a man is!❤

[@user-jc7fo5gf3s]

Beautiful segment ❤

[@roguen7dragon243]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!! JASON KELCE WE WANTED ONE MORE YEAR. 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢 WE WISH YOU WELL BUT WANTED 14 YEARS FOR YOU. 😢 😞 FLY EAGLES FLY 🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅 MUCH RESPECT FOR THE PERSON AND PLAYER YOU ARE. 👏 I KNOW WE HAVE YOUR REPLACEMENT BUT I STILL WOULD OF LOVED ONE MORE YEAR FROM YOU. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES FANS WILL ALWAYS BE GRATEFUL FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO AND EVERYTHING YOU STILL WILL DO HAPPY RETIREMENT 😊 TIME TO RETIRE JERSEY #62 FOR THE EAGLES. FLY EAGLES FLY 🦅

[@AnneRheault]

I think Donna and Ed Kelse raised two of the finest men . They are there for the towns that play for and also their home town . I've been a Patriots fan most of my life and a die hard Red Sox fan. But , these 2 along with their family are awesome . God Bless them and their family 💚💚💚💚

[@crawl4201]

Jason is the man! Thanks Rich

[@shajardror]

1. Amazing segment. Rich, you are a gem. And my fav "NFL talking head". 2. KC fan here. I hate the Eagles. Jason is the best 😢. I cried when he walked out after the L in Tampa. 3. Need a good guy weekly segment. Obviously not everyone or anyone is like Jason but highlight the under the radar good things these modern gladiators do

[@1988theboomer]

Thank you, Rich for sharing your thoughts on Jason's retirement.

[@comsecone]

Classy assessment

[@SUPERHEAVYBOOSTER]

It’s been a few days and I am still crying hysterically! Have not been able to eat or sleep. Heading to hospital soon

[@SafiaGray]

Right on, Rich

[@jeffwhitehead7990]

Jason is a Mensch, plain and simple….. and the Lawrence Taylor of NFL centers, redefined the position.

[@Palefox11]

Jason Kelce is one of the best humans on the planet.

[@jayrod1980]

I don’t care what anyone says… two dudes lowly drafted from Cincinnati ending up in the NFL Hall of Fame is amazing. Plus Jason is directly responsible for Travis’s success. He got him back on the team when he was kicked off, he put in a world with Reid to draft Travis, etc. Jason is an amazing big brother. I love this family because of that bond. I can’t stand Taylor Swift and all that, but the dynamic these two share and what they accomplished in the end is amazing. Both first ballot hall of famers. Remember too that this is a Center… an incredibly important but hardly heralded position. I don’t know anyone after this year who doesn’t know who Jason Kelce is.

[@michaelwilley65]

Great stuff 👍🏼

[@PlyrMava.]

The tape story was awesome. Jason was a legend

[@welshrabbit5]

anyone who wonders why this team works- all 4 are natural, self deprecating when needed and are simply the best; keep it real lads always.

[@terrynicewonger5434]

Good People Are Hard to Come By Especially Today…..Unfortunately…..Appreciate people like Kelce ….

[@scotttaylor9339]

The last few minutes reminded me of a meme I see once in a while that always hits deep... "One day you and all your friends went out to play for the last time and nobody knew it" And it's just a picture of a bunch of kids bikes laying in a yard.

[@royalredus]

Best RE segment ever.

[@melissaford717]

Yep, Jason Kelce is up there with the Philadelphia greats who played in the city! He is ours and is beloved! GO BIRDS 💚🦅🏈

[@nomad122]

Thats a great point. This kind of sibling bonding must be recognized as Cool starting now.

[@brandiscranton2893]

I’m a die hard Cowboys fan, but I absolutely love Jason Kelce!

[@kevinmurphy3464]

Great job Rich! A true loss to the NFL with Jason’s retirement. Can’t wait to see him in his next chapter that he chooses and what will obviously be the greatest HOF speeches ever!