Travis shares his memorable Australian adventures, highlighting encounters with unique wildlife and a Taylor Swift concert in Sydney.
Reflecting on his emotional retirement speech, Travis expresses a mix of relief and sadness as he bids farewell to football.
Travis reveals the decision-making process leading to retirement, emphasizing the emotional challenge of officially calling time on his football career.
The physical limitations due to elbow and knee issues influenced Travis's retirement decision, impacting his performance on game day.
Travis chose an unconventional outfit for his retirement press conference, symbolizing his journey and the people who supported him throughout his career.
Expressing excitement and nervousness about transitioning to post-football life, Travis embraces new opportunities with enthusiasm and apprehension.
Deep dives
Memorable Australian Adventures
Travis shares his Australian adventures, including visiting the zoo, feeding animals, and enjoying the Taylor Swift concert in Sydney. He recounts seeing kangaroos, red pandas, and more unique wildlife, along with the energetic crowd at the concert.
Cherished Super Bowl Celebrations
Returning to Vegas to celebrate the Super Bowl win with the team, Travis describes the memorable moments shared with his teammates and the unique championship belts. He emphasizes the special bond and fun experiences he had post-Super Bowl victory.
Retirement Speech Impact
Reflecting on the emotional retirement speech, Travis shares the mix of relief and sadness post-announcement. He reveals that the speech encapsulated notes compiled throughout his career, showcasing his gratitude and vulnerability as he bids farewell to football.
Deciding on Retirement
Travis opens up about the decision-making process leading to retirement, expressing a mix of ease and difficulty in reaching this finality. He highlights the emotional challenge of officially calling time on his football career, despite having considered retirement in previous seasons.
Deciding to Retire Due to Physical Limitations
Realizing that he couldn't compete physically the way he wanted to anymore due to elbow and knee issues, the decision to retire was made with confidence. Concerns about deteriorating physical abilities impacting his performance on game day were factors in his retirement choice.
Reflecting on Retirement Outfits
Choosing an unconventional outfit for the retirement press conference, opting for a shirt with sentimental value over a suit and tie. The attire included ankle tape put on one last time by a trainer, symbolizing the journey and the people who supported him throughout his career.
Revealing Personal Thoughts on Retirement Speeches
Expressing ease in delivering speeches rooted in personal experiences and memories, highlighting that reciting genuine life events and impactful stories makes speech delivery more natural and straightforward. The unscripted, authentic approach enhances the connection with the audience.
Looking Ahead to Life After Retirement
Expressing excitement and nervousness about transitioning to life after retirement from football, acknowledging the uncertainty and anticipation of exploring new opportunities and challenges. Embracing the new chapter with a mix of enthusiasm and apprehension.
Reflecting on Teammates and Career Achievements
Grateful for the support and camaraderie of teammates throughout the career, acknowledging the impact and admiration for fellow players in the league. Reflecting on cherished moments, the support received, and the lasting legacy built during the career.
Sharing Future Health and Fitness Plans
Revealing plans to focus on health and fitness post-retirement, aiming to shed pounds and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Committing to tracking caloric intake, monitoring protein consumption, and incorporating physical activity to achieve fitness goals.
Messages of Congratulation and Appreciation
Receiving heartfelt messages of congratulations, support, and admiration from current and former teammates, coaches, friends, and family. Acknowledging the impact and contributions made throughout the illustrious football career, expressing well wishes for the future and recognizing the milestones achieved.
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We know you missed us last week but we are back with another incredible episode breaking down everything about Jason's retirement announcement, Travis' trip down under, and so much more!
But first, Jason and Travis react to officially being Cleveland Cavaliers bobbles heads, Jason's 5k charity "run," finally repaying our promise to Bills Mafia and going full send through a flaming table, and reveal who was really in charge in the Kelce house when Kylie is out of town.
Later, we head down under and "Outta the House" with Travis recapping his highly publicized trip to Australia, the Chiefs return to Vegas, and the Christian McCaffrey "dinner" that wasn't.
Finally, we discuss the biggest football news of the week, Jason officially wrapped up his legendary career with the Philadelphia Eagles. We discuss everything that went into writing his incredible speech, the backstory to his press conference outfit, how Travis is feeling about life in the NFL without his brother, what Jason's post-playing career could look like, and so much more.
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