Travis Kelce Declined Spot on Netflix's 'Receiver' Show
One of the NFL's biggest stars declined to join Netflix's upcoming "Receiver" show, modeled after 2023's smash-hit "Quarterback," produced by OmahaProductions. The show will chronicle top NFL receivers' preparation heading into next season. Breaking a small rule, the show will also feature George Kittle, the San Francisco 49ers tight end, recognized as one of the league's best pass catchers.
Travis Kelce, a much-talked-about name since his Super Bowl wins with Patrick Mahomes and relationship with Taylor Swift, apparently had a chance to appear on the show but declined, wanting to avoid "that reality s**t."
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JANUARY 28: Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs (L) celebrates with Taylor Swift after defeating the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship Game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
After his supernova 2023-24 season, Kelce could've given the show massive star power. Kelce is also opening up to film and television opportunities, so passing on the Netflix show was a bit of a surprise.
Appearing on the Bussin' with the Boys podcast, Kelce revealed that he was offered a spot on "Receiver."
"I’d rather just play ball, man," Kelce admitted. "I’m already doing enough with the podcast and everything. I’m way over the reality sh*t, dude. I’m out on that sh*t,"
"Quarterback," which highlighted top NFL QBs, featured Patrick Mahomes. Mahomes' production company, 2PM Productions, is also producing the new "Receiver" show.
The show will follow Las Vegas Raiders' Davante Adams, Minnesota Vikings' Justin Jefferson, Detroit Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown and San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel.
From hosting SNL to hosting a podcast with brother Jason Kelce, Travis Kelce is going full Hollywood and already has enough clout to pick and choose his projects.
Before then, he'll still have to suit up for the Chiefs. According to the 34-year-old tight end, he has no plans on retiring anytime soon.
"I know I'm 34 years old," Kelce said in June. "I love coming to work every single day."
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 01: Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs looks on prior to the game New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on October 01, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)
"Kansas City’s been home for me the past 11 years," Kelce added. "I’m reminded of that every single time I come back in the city. I take the offseason to recharge, but at the same time I’m a football player. I love playing, this will always be my main focus."
Kelce flipped the switch during the playoffs last year. In four games last postseason (en route to a Super Bowl win), Kelce recorded 355 receiving yards and three receiving touchdowns. During the regular season, Kelce tallied 93 catches for 984 yards. Kelce, Mahomes and crew won their third Super Bowl in the last five seasons.
"Receiver" will consist of eight episodes at 45 minutes each. The show premieres on July 9, 2024.
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