Jason Kelce's Unusual Misplacement: Super Bowl LII Ring Found in Chili Pool
In a surprising turn of events, Jason Kelce shares the bizarre story of misplacing his Super Bowl LII ring in a pool of chili. The Philadelphia Eagles player's unexpected discovery has left fans in awe of this unconventional mishap.
Jason Kelce, even after retiring from the NFL, is still up to his usual antics. In a recent episode of the ‘New Heights’ podcast, which he co-hosts with his brother Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs, the former legendary center shared a surprising story. He disclosed that he had recently misplaced his Super Bowl LII ring in a very unexpected place - a pool of chili.
It happened during the latest "Lombaby Games," a fun live event organized by the brothers where teams take part in silly games. One of the challenges involved wading through pools of Skyline chili to find fake Super Bowl rings attached to socks.
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One of those ‘replicas’ was actually Kelce’s genuine ring, which he won with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2018. Crucially, though.
“I legitimately lost my Super Bowl ring in this event, they could not find it,” Jason said, with his brother Travis less than impressed.
"We still haven't found it. All the items have been discarded, so I believe my Super Bowl ring is probably in a landfill somewhere in the Cincinnati tri-state area. I never imagined this would happen."
Jason mentioned that despite people searching through the pools after the event, no one was able to retrieve it from the chaotic mix of chili, spaghetti, and cheese.
A metal detector was used, but unfortunately, it did not help in finding the lost sock.
“The only explanation I can come up with is that the sock might have accidentally fallen out of the laundry basket and somehow ended up outside of the pool area, leading to it being discarded,” he added.
The Super Bowl ring has been lost, and we have already filed an insurance claim for it. I believe the insurance company will need to decide if they will cover the loss.
Travis did not feel sorry for his older brother at all. He called him an "imbecile" for putting such a valuable item into a big pot of chili.
The cost of each ring is usually kept a secret and can vary greatly based on specifications and size.
For example, in 2020, the Super Bowl LI championship ring belonging to New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft was auctioned off for just over $1 million. The highest auction price for a ring previously owned by a player is $230,401.
A Super Bowl LI ring belonging to a family member of New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady was sold for $344,927. It had the name "Brady" engraved on it.
Travis laughed as he watched his brother Jason try to defend himself, saying, "So ridiculous. Kids, if you’re watching at home, don’t do what Jason is doing."
Jason Kelce lost his Super Bowl LII ring in a bowl of chili.
Jason Kelce lost his Super Bowl LII ring in a bowl of chili.
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Earlier this year, Jason announced he was retiring from the NFL in an emotional press conference.
He had been with the Eagles for all 13 seasons of his NFL career, even during their Super Bowl win in 2018.
Despite losing the ring, the seven-time Pro Bowler didn't seem too upset, with those memories forever stored in his mind.
“It’s just a hunk of metal. I’ll just have another one made, I think,” he added. “They can do that, right? Guess we’re gonna find out.”
Editor's P/S:
Jason Kelce's hilarious tale of losing his Super Bowl ring in a pool of chili is a testament to the enduring spirit of camaraderie and the absurdity that can arise from even the most serious of events. Despite the unfortunate loss of a valuable keepsake, the bond between the Kelce brothers and their shared love for the game shine through.
The story also highlights the often-overlooked financial implications of losing such a valuable item. Super Bowl rings are highly coveted and can fetch significant sums at auction. Kelce's insurance claim will likely be closely scrutinized, and the outcome could set a precedent for future cases involving the loss of championship rings. This raises questions about the value we place on physical possessions and the extent to which insurance companies should cover such losses.
