Thanksgiving 2025 is shaping up to be a holiday for the history books for the Kelce family, blending high-stakes NFL drama, hilarious retirement hijinks, and the kind of celebrity wedding buzz that stops the internet in its tracks. As fans prepare for their turkey dinners, the world of Travis and Jason Kelce is spinning faster than ever—from “stupid” 48-hour fasts to million-dollar wedding security plans.

The Wedding of the Century: New Details Emerge

While the Kansas City Chiefs are fighting for playoff positioning, the biggest headline coming out of the Kelce camp surrounds the future nuptials of Travis Kelce and global superstar Taylor Swift. Following their surprise engagement announcement in late August, fresh details have reportedly leaked regarding their plans to say “I do.”

Sources indicate the couple has bypassed a destination wedding in Italy in favor of Taylor’s breathtaking oceanside mansion in Rhode Island. The decision allows for a more controlled environment, but “controlled” doesn’t mean cheap. The couple is reportedly prepared to spend upwards of $1.2 million solely on landscaping and security to ensure total privacy, protecting the ceremony from prying eyes, helicopters, and drones.

The guest list is expected to be as star-studded as an awards show, with reports confirming that pop icon Selena Gomez and supermodel Gigi Hadid are set to stand by Taylor’s side as bridesmaids. To keep the event under wraps, planners are allegedly using pseudonyms for the couple, with every worker signing strict non-disclosure agreements. It’s a military-grade operation for a fairy-tale ending.

Jason Kelce’s “Stupid” Thanksgiving Fast

While his brother plans a wedding, Jason Kelce is planning a feast—but his preparation method is raising eyebrows. On the latest episode of the New Heights podcast, the retired Eagles legend revealed he is deep into a self-imposed 48-hour fast leading up to Thanksgiving dinner.

“This is what happens when you retire, you do stupid s*** like this,” Jason joked to Travis. “I’m about 36 hours in… I’m going to eat my face off on Thanksgiving.”

Jason admitted the drastic measure was a response to his weight creeping up after indulgent trips to Disney World and Wisconsin. “I just feel bad about myself,” he laughed, detailing the egg rolls, prime rib, and ice cream drinks he’d consumed. His plan? Starve now, devour a whole turkey later.

Beyond the fasting, Jason confessed to being “completely useless” on the big day itself. While his wife Kylie and her mother handle the heavy lifting of cooking and managing their four children—Wyatt, Elliot, Bennett, and baby Finley—Jason’s contribution is limited to the outdoors. “I go next door and fry a turkey with Ed [Kelce],” he explained. “So for an hour of the day, I’m just completely useless and making an extra turkey that we don’t need.”

Travis Kelce’s “Bucket List” Game

For Travis, there will be no turkey frying and certainly no fasting. The Chiefs tight end is gearing up for a career milestone: his first-ever Thanksgiving Day game. The Chiefs are traveling to Arlington to face the Dallas Cowboys in a matchup Travis calls a “bucket list” moment.

“I’m pumped,” Travis said. “There’s nothing that goes better than football and Thanksgiving, baby.”

The game carries extra weight for quarterback Patrick Mahomes, marking his first NFL game played in his home state of Texas. “We’ve got to win for him,” Travis emphasized. “You can’t go back home with any Ls, man.”

The atmosphere at AT&T Stadium promises to be electric. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has already rolled out the red carpet—metaphorically speaking—for Taylor Swift. Jones confirmed that if the singer attends, there is an “elaborate seat” waiting for her. “Nobody is a bigger fan of Taylor Swift than I am,” Jones gushed, recognizing the massive interest she brings to the league.

Comforting Kareem: The Leader Steps Up

The excitement for the Thanksgiving game comes on the heels of a heart-stopping overtime victory against the Indianapolis Colts. The Chiefs, struggling to find their rhythm, faced disaster late in the fourth quarter when running back Kareem Hunt fumbled in the red zone while trailing by 11.

It was a moment that could have crushed the team’s spirit. Hunt, a fearless competitor, was visibly “pissed” at himself. But this is where Travis Kelce’s value transcends the box score. Despite having a quiet statistical game himself, Travis immediately found Hunt on the sidelines, wrapping him in a bear hug and delivering a fiery pep talk.

“Brothers got to hug,” Travis said, recounting the moment. “Sometimes you just need that reassurance that we need you going forward, brother. Put that s*** in the past, let’s keep this thing moving.”

The leadership paid off. The defense stood tall, forcing a stop, and the offense—reinvigorated by Hunt—marched back. Hunt eventually scored the touchdown that cut the lead, redeeming himself and helping propel the Chiefs to a 23-20 win. “He ran pissed off,” Travis noted with admiration. “That’s a big, angry dude when he’s running pissed off. I want him on my team.”

Shaq Dubs Himself “The Black Kelce”

Adding to the week’s excitement, the New Heights podcast welcomed NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal, who wasted no time bonding with the brothers. Shaq, known for his dominance in the paint, revealed that football was actually his first love.

“If I played in the NFL, they would call me the Black Kelce,” Shaq declared, sending the brothers into hysterics. He reminisced about his days playing tight end in youth football, claiming he used to “bring the pain” before his father steered him toward basketball and a $15 million contract.

Shaq also offered some seasoned business advice, urging Travis to leverage his success. “I’m jealous of you guys,” Shaq admitted, clarifying that it was a “professional jealousy” that drives motivation. He even teased a potential collaboration, offering to walk Travis into Reebok headquarters personally to get a “Kelce” shoe line started. “I got the key card,” Shaq promised.

A Holiday of High Stakes

As Thursday approaches, the contrast between the brothers couldn’t be starker. Jason is counting down the minutes until he can break his fast and hide by the turkey fryer, while Travis is preparing for a national spotlight game that could define the Chiefs’ season.

With wedding plans looming, a “must-win” game on the schedule, and the eyes of the world watching their every move, the Kelce family continues to prove they are the undisputed kings of content—and chaos. Whether it’s on the field, at the dinner table, or down the aisle, one thing is certain: it’s never a dull moment in the Heights.