Months after hanging up his cleats following a distinguished 13-season career in the NFL, Jason Kelce is embracing a markedly quieter lifestyle, quite different from the glamorous one often associated with his younger brother, Travis Kelce.
At 36, the former Philadelphia Eagles center is transitioning into a new chapter as an ESPN analyst for Monday Night Football, but off-screen, his life revolves around family, personal projects, and the comforts of his home in Philadelphia.
A source close to the Kelce family shared with the US Sun some insights into Jason’s day-to-day activities, painting a picture of a man who cherishes the simpler joys of life.
Much of Jason’s time recently has been devoted to enhancing his personal space, specifically focusing on constructing his man cave and a home library. “He loves the simple life,” the source noted, describing Jason as the “perfect anti-star.”
Financially, Jason has invested significantly in these passions. Around $15,000 was reportedly spent on outfitting his man cave, a sanctuary filled with sports memorabilia that captures significant moments of his career and the broader sports world, including iconic gloves and jerseys. His interest in history and literature, a passion that began during his academic years at the University of Cincinnati, has continued into his retirement. He allocates approximately $2,000 monthly to acquire vintage books, enriching his growing personal library.
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Beyond the confines of his home library and man cave, Jason finds pleasure in tending to his lawn with a $4,000 mower, an activity that underscores his preference for a hands-on, grounded lifestyle.
When it comes to hosting, he is known to spend over $1,000 on quality meats, complementing these gatherings with an impressive selection of craft beers—a sector he’s increasingly passionate about, especially after he and Travis became investors in Garage Beer.
Despite the wealth and fame accrued from his successful NFL career and Super Bowl 2018 victory, Jason’s spending habits on personal attire remain modest. An insider highlighted his indifference to high fashion, pointing out that Jason is often seen in a simple pair of $70 Nike Air Monarchs, Birkenstocks, or flip-flops. “He doesn’t care about fashion,” the source said, adding that for Jason, “A basic pair of Levi’s and a shirt will do. He lives a simple life and enjoys the simple pleasures.”
As Jason Kelce steps into the limelight as a sports analyst, it’s clear that his heart remains tethered to a life of simplicity and substance, spending his days surrounded by family, including his wife Kylie and daughters Wyatt, Elliotte, and Bennett.
This contrast in lifestyles between him and his brother Travis showcases a different facet of how two high-profile athletes navigate their successes and personal lives post-retirement.
