Jason and Travis Kelce, both widely recognized for their impressive careers in the NFL, have now ventured into the podcasting world, securing a lucrative deal that has surprised many. Travis Kelce, currently with the Kansas City Chiefs, recently inked a two-year contract extension valued at over $34 million. Meanwhile, Jason Kelce, in his final season with the Philadelphia Eagles before retiring, earned more than $14 million. Despite these impressive figures, the real financial jackpot appears to be in their latest endeavor: podcasting.
The Kelce brothers have signed a substantial agreement with Amazon’s Wondery, a deal reportedly worth more than $100 million over the next three years. This collaboration will see Wondery handle the distribution of their popular “New Heights” podcast, allowing the brothers to continue their media careers without the physical toll of NFL games.
“We couldn’t be more excited to team up with Wondery for the next phase of New Heights,” the Kelce brothers shared in a joint statement. “We love this show and the fan base that has grown with us over the last two seasons. Wondery understands the shared vision and will offer a wealth of experience and resources to take us to new heights! We are going to create some groundbreaking moments together through this partnership. We are thrilled to start Season 3—see you soon, 92%ers!”
The “New Heights” podcast gained popularity by blending insider NFL knowledge with a healthy dose of humor, and featuring notable guests from the world of football. Additionally, the show’s visibility skyrocketed thanks to Travis Kelce’s relationship with music superstar Taylor Swift, which further cemented his status as one of the world’s most famous athletes. The podcast’s reach expanded even more when the Kelce brothers faced off in the Super Bowl at the end of the 2022 NFL season, where Jason’s Eagles played against Travis’ Chiefs—a story that captivated fans, particularly as their mother Donna made headlines with her interviews during that week.
The podcast will continue to be available across all podcast platforms, but Wondery+ subscribers will enjoy early access and ad-free listening, as reported by Yahoo Finance.
Much like Tom Brady’s monumental 10-year, $375 million deal with Fox to broadcast NFL games, the Kelce brothers have discovered that there is significant wealth to be made off the field in the media industry. They are certainly reaching new heights with this groundbreaking deal.
