Travis Kelce and Jason Kelce make a big New Heights announcement ahead of Chiefs vs. Chargers

Kansas City Chiefs fans have another reason to arrive early at Arrowhead Stadium this Sunday. Travis Kelce and his brother, Jason Kelce, are bringing their popular New Heights podcast experience to the Truman Sports Complex, giving fans a chance to enjoy food, music, games and a special meet-and-greet before the Chiefs face the Los Angeles Chargers. The free tailgate will turn the hours before kickoff into a fan celebration, with podcast listeners, known as 92 Percenters, invited to join the festivities. However, one Kelce brother will have to miss the parking lot party for a very important reason.New Heights tailgate brings food, games and a Jason Kelce meet-and-greetThe New Heights tailgate is scheduled for Sunday, October 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Lot M at the Truman Sports Complex. The Chiefs and Chargers are set to kick off at 3:25 p.m., giving supporters several hours to enjoy the event before heading into game-day mode.Jason Kelce will attend the gathering and meet fans between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. His appearance offers listeners a chance to meet one of the most recognisable voices in football podcasting outside the usual studio setting.Fans can expect free food, interactive games, challenges, merchandise and a DJ. The event will also feature free Tyson Chiefs Nuggets, adding a food-focused attraction to the afternoon.Podcast regulars Jake Chatzky and Brandon Borders will join a nugget taste test, bringing familiar faces from the show into the live experience. Meanwhile, Travis Kelce has suggested the possible DJ names “DJ Yac” or “DJ Yac Man,” a playful reference to his NFL record for most yards after the catch.The mix of football, food and entertainment gives fans a reason to arrive well before the opening whistle.Why Travis Kelce will miss the Chiefs tailgateAlthough Travis Kelce is part of the event, fans should not expect him to join Jason in the parking lot. The Chiefs tight end will be preparing for the Chargers game, leaving his older brother to represent the podcast at the tailgate.Jason explained the arrangement on the podcast, saying, “I will be there. Travis will also be there, but he will be getting ready to play a football game, so he will not be at the tailgate,”His comments make clear that Travis's involvement will be limited by his responsibilities on the field. With the Chiefs preparing for a divisional matchup, the tight end must focus on his pregame routine rather than the festivities.The event is free and open to New Heights listeners, including the show's 92 Percenters community. Fans can find further details on the Kelce brothers' official website.For Chiefs supporters, the tailgate adds another layer to an already anticipated Sunday, combining the brothers' podcast appeal with the excitement of a home game at Arrowhead.Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.