Travis Kelce focused on winning instead of targets amid criticism of lack of offensive production

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It is no secret Travis Kelce has had a slow start to the season in his 12th season with the Kansas City Chiefs, but the team has started the season undefeated.

Kelce has heard criticism from almost every NFL analyst and sports pundit. He has eight catches for 69 yards but has yet to find the end zone. Some have used his off-field exploits, his relationship with Taylor Swift and just his age.

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Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, #87, warms up against the Cincinnati Bengals prior to a game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, on Sept. 15, 2024. (Denny Medley-Imagn Images)

However, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes have both said that defenses have been playing Kelce tighter, knowing just how much he could affect a game. He is a nine-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro selection for a reason.

In Wednesday’s episode of "New Heights," Kelce addressed the concerns over his play through the first three games of the season.

"Pat said it, coach Reid said, you know we’re finding ways to win games, and we’re not playing our best football," he said. "Everybody can clean it up, I think. I think everyone saw my drop in the fourth quarter, that crucial third down just trying to do much before putting the ball away and that’s probably the biggest thing for me is making the play in big time moments like that. 

"I think with how defenses are playing us right now, I’m not really