Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is 35 years old and playing in his 12th NFL season, so it wouldn't be surprising if he slowed down some as the campaign progresses.
One NFL executive believes that is exactly what is happening.
"The [Isiah] Pacheco injury is the biggest factor that not many people talk about," the executive said of the Chiefs, per Jeff Howe of The Athletic. "They obviously miss the play, but also the physicality and spark he brings the offense. Kelce is getting older. It's noticeable on tape that he's losing some (yards after the catch).