Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce made history against the Pittsburgh Steelers with his 77th career touchdown reception, surpassing the legendary Tony Gonzalez. His celebratory dunk through the goalposts, a tribute to Gonzalez's signature move, was memorable, but it also came with a hefty fine.
Kelce was penalized $14,069 for "Unsportsmanlike Conduct Use of Prop," according to reports. Interestingly, Gonzalez seemed to anticipate the fine, posting "lol! I got u" on X, along with praise for Kelce's dunk.
This season hasn't been Kelce's most statistically impressive. His 823 receiving yards is his lowest since 2014, and his three touchdowns are a career low. Despite this, his popularity remains strong, evidenced by his 10th Pro Bowl selection, driven by fan votes.
Kelce's slow start saw him go without a touchdown until late October in a game against the Las Vegas Raiders. While his numbers are down, the historic touchdown against the Steelers and his continued fan support underscore his enduring presence in the league.
The Chiefs, securing a first-round playoff bye, will conclude their regular season against the Denver Broncos.
