PHILADELPHIA — Former Philadelphia Eagles star Jason Kelce has a new job, according to a report.
Kelce, who announced his retirement with an emotional 41-minute speech last month, will join ESPN as part of the "Monday Night Football" pregame show, according to The Athletic's Andrew Marchand.
The 36-year-old beloved Philly icon was courted by several networks for a potential announcing gig after last season when it was widely reported he was going to hang up his cleats. He reportedly had conversations with ESPN and FOX before the Super Bowl, even though he had not yet officially announced his retirement.
It was also speculated that Kelce might join Amazon Prime's football coverage since he was the subject of a popular documentary on Prime.
Kelce also had talks with CBS and NBC for a spot in their studios as well.
But in the end, Kelce chose ESPN, where he will join the Monday Night Countdown crew.
Kelce spent his entire 13-year playing career with the Eagles, who drafted him in the sixth round in 2011. His speech at the Super Bowl Victory Parade quickly made him a Philadelphia legend.
Kelce and his brother, Kansas City Chiefs tight end and Taylor Swift paramour Travis Kelce, host "The New Heights," which has quickly become one of America's most popular podcasts.