Eagles Legend Jason Kelce Shuts Down Chiefs Fan’s Tush Push Criticism with Viral Tweet

September 17, 2025

Jason Kelce, the former Philadelphia Eagles center, has never shied away from speaking his mind, no matter how sharp or polarizing his words might be. When the debate over the Eagles’ infamous “Tush Push” reignited following Philly’s dominant win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 2, Kelce didn’t hesitate to step into the fray, defending the signature play with unrelenting intensity while maintaining a fair perspective on his love for the Eagles.

On his New Heights podcast, Kelce broke down the Tush Push, explaining that the quarterback sneak is a true test of technique and raw power, which accounts for Philly’s occasional pre-snap penalties. He firmly argued that banning the play is absurd and that referees should instead focus on better policing the offensive line before the snap.

A Chiefs fan on X, going by the handle @killamaya13, reposted a video of Kelce defending the Tush Push and demanded the NFL outlaw the tactic. “Ban the Tush Push and spare us all the excuses for a play that cheapens football instead of adding to it. Done!” the user wrote, dripping with disdain.

Kelce didn’t hold back. He fired back with a razor-sharp tweet:
“I think this play adds a ton to football,” Kelce wrote. “I’d rather watch the Tush Push all day than sit through boring field goal kicks. Kicking or softly handing off to the other team is way easier than battling for a yard with pure grit and power. Guess you prefer soft football, huh?”

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Yet, even in his fiery retort, Kelce showed his fierce but fair love for the Eagles. He acknowledged that every team, including the Chiefs, has its own unique strategies, and the Tush Push is just one of many ways to make the sport thrilling. “I love the Eagles, love how we play with all-out strength and heart,” Kelce added on New Heights. “But I respect other teams and how they find their edge. Just don’t tell me our play cheapens the game when it takes real coordination and effort.”

No mercy, but fair. No notes, just unfiltered pride.

The Eagles (2-0) will bring their relentless offensive style back to Lincoln Financial Field this Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams.