Philadelphia Eagles’ Jason Kelce is rumored to be retiring. Will he be heading to his Florida condo?

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After the Eagles’ wild-card loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday night, many are reporting that beloved All-Pro center Jason Kelce is hanging up his jersey.

The Eagles were ousted from the playoff after a 32-9 loss to the Buccaneers, which USA TODAY noted that Philadelphia lost six of its last seven games after starting the season 10-1. Kelce was visibly emotional on the sidelines following the game, declining to talk to the media afterward.

After 13 NFL seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles, Kelce is reportedly ready to retire. And Florida Eagles fans could see him relaxing around the Sunshine State in his post-NFL era.

Why are people reporting that Jason Kelce is retiring from the Philadelphia Eagles?

According to multiple reports, Kelce told teammates in the locker room after the game that Monday night's game was his last as an NFL player.

According to USA TODAY, the 36-year-old had contemplated retirement before, but each time previously decided to come back to try to help lead the Eagles to another Super Bowl.

Jason Kelce made his first Pro Bowl in 2014 and was named All-Pro in six of the past seven seasons. He leaves the game as one of the most popular players in Eagles history and a likely first-ballot Hall of Famer.

What has Jason Kelce himself said about the retirement rumors?

With all these discussion of retirement over the past 36 hours, there was one important voice that was missing — Kelce's own statement.

When discussing the aftermath of the Eagles’ wild-card loss, Jason Kelce took to his “New Heights” podcast on Wednesday to talk about the speculation spiraling the media realm.

“I didn’t announce what I was doing on purpose, despite what’s been leaked to the media,” Jason said to brother and podcast co-host, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. “I just don’t think you’re in a position after a game like that to really make that decision, I just don’t, there’s too much emotion in the moment, there’s too much going down in the moment to really fully grasp that decision.”

The Super Bowl champion also save a hint into his future plans and what a retirement announcement would look like for him.

“When it’s time to officially announce what’s happening in the future, it’ll be done in a way that’s definitive and pays respect to a lot of people and individuals that have meant a lot to me and what has led to the career I’ve had, and I don’t think it would be respectful or even accurate to be able to do that right after a game like that,” he said.

Maybe Kelce is overdue for a vacation. Where is the Kelce family condo in Florida?

The luxury condo is in the picturesque neighborhood of Baldwin Park in Orlando. Formerly the site of a sprawling Naval Training Center, it is roughly four miles from the downtown area and is known for its tranquil way of living.

Records show that almost the entire Kelce family is on the deed, with the matriarch listed first and Travis and Jason as remaindermen.

According to the Sun, the 1,434-square-foot home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The kitchen also features an island, stainless steel appliances and wood cabinets.

The condominium was built in 2005. There is a wrap-around balcony to enjoy the Florida weather. ,

It's also only a 25-minute drive (depending on I-4 traffic) away from the Disney World theme parks, a perfect day trip for Kelce, his wife Kylie and their three adorable daughters — Wyatt, Eliotte, and Bennett.

And it's less than 3 hours away from Miami's Hard Rock Stadium, where Travis's girlfriend Taylor Swift will perform for three nights in October.

When did Donna Kelce, Travis Kelce, Jason Kelce buy the Florida condo?

According to records, Donna Kelce purchased the condo in May 2019 for $355,000.

Is Jason Kelce, Travis Kelce from Florida? Where were they raised?

Sep. 17, 2017: Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce swaps jerseys with Jason Kelce after a game at Arrowhead Stadium.
Sep. 17, 2017: Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce swaps jerseys with Jason Kelce after a game at Arrowhead Stadium.

What made the Kelce family head South to the Sunshine State? Are they originally from here?

As die-hard Kansas City Chief and Philadelphia Eagles fans might know, the brothers are originally from the Buckeye State — Ohio.

They were born and raised in Cleveland Heights, where they were athletes at Cleveland Heights High School. They remained in Ohio for college, attending the University of Cincinnati to play for the Bearcats.

It was recently revealed that Travis has spent seven of his 11 NFL offseasons renting a house for two months in Boca Raton to work with his longtime training guru, Andrew Spruill. Spruill told the Palm Beach Post that he is expecting the football star back this year.

“According to him, he’s coming back,’’ Spruill said. “I went up for two games to go see him. I trust he’ll be back, especially if he wants to keep playing at the age he is. He needs to get in the gym and make sure he’s ready.’’

Trainer Andrew Spruill (right) with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (center) and singer Taylor Swift (left)
Trainer Andrew Spruill (right) with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (center) and singer Taylor Swift (left)

Does Donna Kelce live in Florida?

Donna Kelce said on an episode of her Super Bowl sons' podcast "New Heights" that she grew up in the suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio. However, according to Sports Illustrated, the beloved NFL figure's mom now primarily lives in Orlando.

Mama Kelce has been spotted in Central Florida hot spots during the past few years. Last year, Kelce was featured in a TikTok video for Kind Bars that showed her outside University of Central Florida's football stadium.

Contributing reporting: Steve Gardner, USA TODAY

This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: Jason Kelce talks retirement rumors. Will he head to Florida condo?