Travis Kelce Unleashes Epic Diss on Tom Brady: 'Barking Up the Wrong Tree'!
Travis Kelce admits to challenging Tom Brady's pregame ritual in an NFL playoff game, confessing that he had made a mistake by underestimating the legendary quarterback
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During their podcast, "New Heights," cohosted by Jason Kelce, 34-year-old Travis Kelce shared an anecdote about the impact of locker room material on his performance on the field. He recounted an uncomfortable pregame encounter with an opposing team.
"I made a mistake once," he recalled, thinking back to a playoff game against Tom Brady in 2015.
Travis explained how Brady, who is now 46 years old, would frequently run along the sidelines to energize his teammates during warm-ups. "I decided to imitate him a little bit," he admitted. "But then I saw his demeanor completely change, as if he went from being excited with the fans to giving me a look that said, 'Who is this young guy mocking me right now?' And that's when I realized, 'Oh no, I might have just awakened a fierce competitor for our defense.' I definitely didn't anticipate the consequences of my action."
He continued: “I felt it. … That’s not the guy you wanna poke. Learned that lesson real quick. Shout-out to Tom.”
Tom Brady, photographed by Phillip Faraone/Getty Images, was previously the quarterback for the New England Patriots. In 2020, he joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and emerged victorious against Travis and the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2021 Super Bowl. Brady later confirmed his retirement earlier this year.
Travis and Jason discussed the New York Jets' win against the Denver Broncos on their podcast, reflecting on the intense rivalry between the two teams. Broncos coach Sean Payton had previously criticized current Jets' offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett, calling his coaching tenure with the Denver team one of the worst in NFL history. Payton later apologized for his remarks, acknowledging that he should have been more mindful with his words.
Travis Kelce and Tom Brady speak after Super Bowl LV at Raymond James Stadium on February 07, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
Travis and Jason, both aged 35, concurred that the disapproval undoubtedly influenced the team's energy before they stepped onto the field.
"Anything to ignite the fire. When I'm competing for something beyond mere victories and defeats ... I instinctively search for ways to generate that intensity and concentration," Travis expressed.
While recognizing that engaging in some playful banter may provide a certain benefit to a team, Jason emphasized that such behavior is not characteristic of his approach. "I make a conscious effort to refrain from it," he confessed. "And it comes from a place of authenticity. I genuinely don't harbor any ill feelings towards anyone."
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