Travis Kelce Ignores Child Falling from Stands

Travis Kelce Reacts to Young Fan’s Fall from Stands at Chiefs Game

Travis Kelce recently addressed a shocking incident during the Kansas City Chiefs’ game against the Carolina Panthers on November 24. The event garnered attention when teammate Tershawn Wharton made headlines for saving a young fan who had fallen from the bleachers. The game, held at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, ended with a close score of 30-27 in favor of the Chiefs.

On the November 27 episode of the “New Heights” podcast, hosted by Travis and his brother Jason Kelce, they couldn’t help but applaud Wharton’s quick action. Jason described Wharton’s intervention as the “Play of the game,” highlighting the heroism of the moment as the young fan slipped while trying to greet the victorious players.

Travis, 35, admitted that he witnessed the incident but kept moving. “I actually saw this and I kept on moving … I felt bad after,” he recounted to Jason. He humorously added, “I was to the left and I was like, ‘Oh s—. You got him, Turk? Hell yeah, Turk’s got him!’”

In a comedic twist, Travis joked about the fall, suggesting the young boy might want to “sue the Panthers,” questioning the decision to have a gap in the railings. He said, “What the f— is the gap for? He should f—ing go to school with a neck brace on and sue the Panthers. Get rich quick, kid.” However, he concluded with genuine concern, expressing appreciation for Wharton’s timely action in ensuring the child’s safety.

Wharton, 26, later discussed his remarkable save on the November 26 episode of ESPN’s “The Pat McAfee Show.” He described the moment as instinctive, saying, “When I heard my name, I saw him coming down. I just had to kind of like push him into the stands a little bit to make sure he didn’t hit too hard.” Though he has yet to meet the young fan, Wharton has expressed a desire to connect with him, offering an invitation to attend a future game.

This incident showcases not just the excitement of NFL games but also the unexpected moments that can occur, reminding everyone of the importance of quick thinking in critical situations.