"It was a little bit different": Jason Kelce reveals the truth about his changing relationship with Travis Kelce

Last year, Jason Kelce offered a rare look at how fame, family and the success of the “New Heights” podcast have reshaped his bond with younger brother Travis Kelce. The former Philadelphia Eagles centre explained that while the brothers have always been close, their relationship has matured as both built lives beyond football. Now, they speak more often, work together and remain closely connected with their families. Jason’s comments also showed how their roles have changed over time, with the brothers no longer simply sharing an older-younger sibling dynamic. Instead, he described Travis as his closest friend, highlighting a bond that has grown alongside their rise as two of football’s most recognisable brothers.Jason Kelce opens up about his relationship with Travis KelceJason Kelce and Travis Kelce spent years building their own NFL careers before becoming an even more prominent duo through their podcast. Jason spent his entire career with the Philadelphia Eagles, while Travis established himself as a key figure for the Kansas City Chiefs.Their shared work on “New Heights” has given the brothers another reason to stay in regular contact. Jason explained that the podcast has changed the way they interact, turning their sibling relationship into something that feels more like a friendship between equals.“Travis and I have been close for a long time,” he said as both brothers participated in the American Century Golf Championship.The former Eagles star then explained how their relationship has evolved since childhood.“Now with the [New Heights] podcast, we talk to each other more than we ever have. We loved each other growing up. We still love each other. Now it’s more like peer-to-peer, whereas growing up, being the older brother, it was a little bit different. Now it’s just, he’s my best friend on the planet. We get to talk once a week, and our families are close. He’s a great uncle.”Travis Kelce and Jason Kelce's bond beyond footballThe brothers' connection has continued to grow even as their careers have moved in different directions. Jason retired after a decorated Eagles career, while Travis remained with the Chiefs and continued chasing another Super Bowl.Their growing media presence has also brought them closer to a much wider audience. “New Heights” has become an important part of their public identity, but Jason’s comments suggest that the relationship behind the microphone remains deeply personal.Despite the attention surrounding Travis, including his high-profile relationship with Taylor Swift, Jason made it clear that their family connection remains at the heart of their bond. Their football careers helped make them famous, but their friendship as brothers has continued to shape their lives away from the field.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.