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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Top 5 richest NFL tight ends: George Kittle, Travis Kelce, and more stars raking in millions
(Image via Getty: Travis Kelce with George Kittle) What if the tight end job were the NFL's new gold mine? In the past decade, it's exactly what it has become. They transitioned from a blocking-centric position to a top source of highlight-reel plays as well as seven-figure paydays. Modern tight ends don't just catch passes; they catch dollars in the form of record-smashing contracts, endorsement deals, podcasts, and shrewd side hustles. Headed up the charge? Here is the group of five elite TEs who've turned gridiron greatness into serious financial success. 1. Travis Kelce When you think of tight ends and money, you think of Travis Kelce. The Kansas City Chiefs' superstar has transformed into one of the league's wealthiest tight ends, with an estimated net worth of $50–60 million. His on-field dominance (multiple Super Bowls, consistent 1,000-yard seasons) is just the baseline. — drinkgaragebeer (@drinkgaragebeer) In April of 2024, he solidified that status with a two-year, $34.25 million extension, the type of deal that places him at the top or second on the payday lists. Off the field, Kelce's brand has blown up with endorsements from Nike, Bud Light, State Farm, and McDonald's. His New Heights podcast with brother Jason Kelce is said to be a multi-million-dollar media powerhouse. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Livguard Lithium-X: The Future of Power Backup Livguard Shop Now Undo And even a Kellogg's-style cereal line contributes to his entrepreneurial spirit. 2. Rob Gronkowski Rob Gronkowski may have retired from the limelight, but his bank account is one of the stories of dominance. With four Super Bowl rings (two with New England, one with Tampa Bay), he's not just legendary on paper; he's legendary in paychecks. Gronkowski's savvy investments and off-the-grid corporate roles have pushed his net worth to around $45–50 million. He capitalized on his charm with media gigs and endorsement deals that extended well beyond football. 3. George Kittle The people who've seen George Kittle realize he is not only dominating on the field but dominating in negotiations as well. The incandescent San Francisco 49ers tight end negotiated a four-year, $76.4 million contract in 2024. And that ranks among the highest-paid players at his position at an average of $19.1 million annually. His net worth of $30–40 million is indicative of the contributions he makes as a blocker as well as a thunderous pass receiver. Kittle's on-field personality, cute-as-a-button tough and boundless energy, has carried over nicely to brand contracts and sponsorships that tap into his "teddy bear confronts tank" charm. 4. Jason Witten The toughness and reliability of Jason Witten served him well in establishing a career and an estimated net worth of approximately $25–35 million. A 16-year fixture with the Dallas Cowboys, Witten was frequently the emotional and professional leader of the team. Eleven Pro Bowl appearances and consistent solidity made him extremely valuable, and he leveraged that longevity for large contracts. After retirement, he transitioned smoothly to broadcasting with ESPN's Monday Night Football, then briefly un-retired to suit up with the Cowboys and Raiders. Between media earnings and savvy business deals, Witten's extended career in football circles has paid off in both literal and real ways. 5. Jimmy Graham Jimmy Graham may have retired his cleats in March 2024, but not before establishing a net worth estimated at $20–25 million. Specializing in deep-red zone aerial supremacy and Pro Bowl showings, Graham always demanded hefty paydays with several clubs, including the Saints, Seahawks, Packers, and Bears. He wisely managed his salary and has held on to his fortune through a mix of conservative investments and staying connected to the world of athletics after retirement. While more subdued than a few of the larger names on this list, Graham's bank deposits and fiscal responsibility have kept him comfortably placed among the richest tight ends. Whereas signed contracts and Pro Bowl selections were the starting points, it's the off-field grind that solidified these tight ends as NFL riches royalty. Multi-million dollar contracts, enduring media franchises, and shrewd investments, these guys now embody how the new-age tight end forges wealth far greater than their contribution on the field. The job remains a work in progress. Star players such as Mark Andrews and T.J. Hockenson are racking up elite stats and new contracts that will find them on next year's "Top Richest TE" lists. Until then, however, these five pioneers, Travis Kelce, Rob Gronkowski, George Kittle, Jason Witten, and Jimmy Graham, hold court. In the NFL's new world, tight ends are not merely catching passes; they're catching paychecks. Also Read: Top 10 Richest NFL Players in 2025: Who Leads the Pack? Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Taylor Swift Leads ‘Love Story' Sing-Along with George Kittle and Travis Kelce at Tight End University Party
NFL star George Kittle posted a video on Instagram of him and Taylor Swift singing along to her 2008 song "Love Story" Travis Kelce also appeared in the clip shared on Friday, June 27 The video came after Swift performed at Kelce and Kittle's Tight End University in Nashville on June 24Taylor Swift and NFL star George Kittle are having a sing-off! On Friday, June 27, Kittle, 31, posted a video on Instagram of him and Swift, 35, singing along to the pop star's 2008 classic 'Love Story,' following Swift's surprise performance at Tight End University earlier in the week. 'Tight ends & lots of new friends!!! Shout-out to everyone who made it possible and to the TEs for showing up. @te_university,' Kittle wrote in the caption to the carousel post. is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! In the clip, Kittle and Swift sing the song lyrics, 'Beggin' you, 'Please don't go…' ' while standing together in a busy bar. Swift then jumps up and down with her arms in the air as the song leads into the chorus and the pair continue to sing along. Kittle then pans the camera toward Swift's boyfriend Travis Kelce, who is seen smiling while singing along with them. When Kittle brings the camera back to him and Swift, they sing the lyirics, 'You'll be the prince and I'll be the princess, it's a love story, baby, just say, 'Yes,' ' as Swift continues to jump up and down with her arm in the air and rocks her head to the side. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The video comes after Swift performed her 2014 hit 'Shake It Off' at Kelce's Tight Ends & Friends concert at the Brooklyn Bowl in Nashville on June 24. The concert is a part of Tight End University — an annual three-day summer training camp founded by Kelce, 35, Kittle and sportscaster Greg Olsen in 2021. A source told PEOPLE of the singer's surprise moment onstage, 'Taylor surprised the crowd by joining Kane Brown onstage for 'Shake It Off.' The crowd lost their minds! At the end of her performance she made sure to thank the band and gave each one of them a hug.' 'She sang along with George Kittle, having the best time,' the source added. 'Taylor was having the best time watching all the country music artists and showing her support for them.' Swift's Nashville performance followed her and Kelce's "red carpet" debut, according to fans, at the Tight End University's opening night ceremony on June 23. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New Video of Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce is Going Viral on Friday
New Video of Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce is Going Viral on Friday originally appeared on Parade. Taylor Swift seemed to have a great time this past week in Nashville. The 35-year-old singer-songwriter attended some of the events that took place at Tight End University with her longtime boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. TEU is an annual three-day-long camp hosted by Kelce, San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle and sports analyst Greg Olsen for NFL tight ends to bond and practice before the start of the official NFL season in September. TEU kicked off last Monday with a welcome gala, which was attended by many of the tight ends and their partners. Swift came along with Kelce, wearing a two-piece Hunter Bell green and white gingham set. The Grammy-winning singer also went to the "Tight End & Friends" benefit concert on Tuesday evening at Nashville's Brooklyn Bowl, where she even held a last-minute performance of her hit song "Shake It Off." To celebrate the end of a successful week, Kittle posted a photo dump on his Instagram on Friday afternoon, featuring multiple pictures and videos taken throughout the week with his fellow tight ends and friends. "Tight ends & lots of new friends!!!" Kittle wrote in his caption. Shoutout to everyone who made it possible and to the TEs for showing up. @te_university" One of the clips featured a video of Swift, Kittle and Kelce dancing along to Swift's hit song "Love Story" on Monday evening. The trio is seen jumping around and screaming the lyrics of the song's chorus. The video made its way through social media and was reposted by @TSUpdating, a well-known Swiftie fan account on X. 🚨| Taylor Swift screaming the lyrics to 'Love Story' with Travis Kelce and George Kittle! — Taylor Swift Updates (@TSUpdating) June 27, 2025 In a recent street interview, Kittle admitted to Bussin' With The Boys, a sports podcast hosted by former NFL players Will Compton and Taylor Lewan, that his favorite Swift song was "Love Story." As Swift and Kelce continue to dominate headlines and be the perfect duo of the NFL offseason, fans cannot get enough of these behind-the-scenes Video of Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce is Going Viral on Friday first appeared on Parade on Jun 27, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Taylor Swift Fans Sends Bold Message While Supporting Travis Kelce
Taylor Swift Fans Sends Bold Message While Supporting Travis Kelce originally appeared on Parade. fans are convinced she sent a bold message while supporting her NFL boyfriend, , during his Tight End University camp in Nashville, Tenn. On Tuesday, June 24, photos and videos emerged of Swift and Kelce at abar after the Kansas City Chief star's summer training camp, created with NFL players George Kittle and Greg Olsen. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 On X, one snapshot showed Swift, 35, posing with Kittle's wife, Claire Kittle, and another woman (seemingly Olsen's wife, Kara Dooley.) The "So High School" singer stunned in a green-and-white plaid outfit with her signature red lip—and many fans took note of the return of her plaid trend, sparking renewed speculation about what it could the comments, one Swiftie shared, "We're plaid speed again yall." Someone else jokingly speculated, " edm album is coming." A different X user quoted Swift's lyrics to "All Too Well" writing, "PLAID SKIRT DAYS AND NIGHTS WHEN YOU MADE ME YOUR OWN." Another fan pointed out, "Good for Taylor! Love when she wears plaid ! She's probably having so much fun!" Since Swift started re-recording her first six albums, fans have theorized that the pop superstar wearing plaid signaled a major announcement on the horizon. She memorably rocked the pattern at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards and a Chiefs game in October 2024. The "Alchemy" singer has since purchased the masters to those albums and hinted she will not be re-recording her long-awaited Reputation album. So if fans are correct in thinking plaid means something big is coming, it could mean new music. Meanwhile, others connected Swift's outfit to her Eras Tour segment featuring her 1989 album, during which she wore different skirt/top combinations each night. "Omg we finally got the double green set guys!! 😍😍," one X user joked. Another Swiftie quipped, "Not Taylor casually pulling out the green 1989 outfit😭😭😭." Whether or not Swift's plaid outfits hold a hidden meaning, fans love searching for Easter eggs and trying to predict her next move. Next: Taylor Swift Fans Sends Bold Message While Supporting Travis Kelce first appeared on Parade on Jun 24, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 24, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Why Tight End Is the Glamour Position of Sports
Why Tight End Is the Glamour Position of Sports originally appeared on Athlon Sports. No position in the NFL and maybe all of pro sports has changed more than tight end over the years. For it to turn into a glamour position would have been nearly unthinkable 40 years ago, when they were mainly blockers. But here we are. Tight ends are dating pop stars, getting drafted high and making more noise than ever before. Advertisement This week, 'Tight End University' met for the fourth time since its inception in 2021. What started as a clever but small-scale idea from Travis Kelce, George Kittle and Greg Olsen is now a signature offseason event. The amazing thing for tight ends ... this is just the beginning. They're evolving rapidly and will just get better in coming years. Here are seven reasons why tight end is the hottest position in football... 1. They win Kelce and Kittle demanded the respect to form Tight End University because they've appeared in a combined seven Super Bowls. Add five more for fellow Tight End U participant Rob Gronkowski. Advertisement 'If you look at the past 10 Super Bowl winners,' Kittle said to ESPN, 'every team has either a Gronk, a Kelce... Dallas Goedert.... you have an elite tight end." The teams that haven't quite made the Super Bowl also rely heavily on the position. Look at the top offenses from last season: The Ravens, who had the No. 1 offense last season, have Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely. Sam LaPorta is a key part of Detroit's No. 2-ranked offense and Cade Otten emerged as a weapon in the No. 3 offense, Tampa Bay. 2. They're matchup nightmares Tight ends are the perfect weapon for the modern game. Defensive players have gotten smaller to counter passing attacks. The elite tight ends overwhelm defensive backs. If the defense tries a bigger linebacker, they can't match the speed. Having smaller defensive linemen also means faster, lighter tight ends can compete when blocking at the point of attack. Advertisement Offensive coaches, both in the NFL and college, are taking advantage. The rate of 12 personnel — one back and two tight ends on the field — has been steadily rising. The new breed of elite coordinators like Ben Johnson and Kellen Moore are adept at using tight ends, and many college coaches are following suit. It's a copycat league. When the good offenses have success, everyone will follow. 3. They've evolved into elite athletes Decades ago, 6-foot-5, 245-pound athletes who could run a 4.5-4.6 40 were rare. Now they're everywhere. And they have moves. And they can catch. They came up playing 7-on-7 just like receivers. In this year's NFL Draft, No. 10 pick Colston Loveland came in at 6-6, 248 pounds and No. 14 pick Tyler Warren is 6-5, 256 pounds. They both can move and cut at an elite level already. Every year, more incredible athletes come into the league at the position. Advertisement Credit former college basketball players like Antonio Gates and Jimmy Graham, whose combination of height and agility helped usher in a new era. Or teams turn receivers into tight ends, like Darren Waller. The most physically unique tight end might be Kyle Pitts (6-6, 246), who went No. 4 overall to the Falcons in 2021. Unfortunately for the Falcons, Pitts hasn't lived up to expectations. 4. They still have linemen mentality We know the clichés. Wide receivers are divas. Tight ends are more salt of the earth. While those stereotypes aren't always true, tight ends seem to have more humility. No matter how many catches they have, tight ends still have to block. Even Kelce, arguably the greatest pass-catching tight end of all time, is 35 and was getting after guys last year when the Chiefs transitioned to a more conservative offense. Advertisement Gronkowski was as talented a blocker as most offensive linemen and personified that mentality. He would do whatever was needed for the Patriots, even as he became one of the biggest stars in the league. 5. They're entertainers Call it the Taylor Effect. Back in the day, tight ends didn't have enough swag to pull a music star. As fantastic as Mark Bavaro was in the '80s, he never dated Madonna. Now, Kelce not only dates Taylor Swift, he's roped her into the tight end community by convincing her to perform at this year's TEU. It's no accident that Gronkowski, Kelce and Kittle have gotten involved with WWE events. They feel like naturals. Kittle recently said that after he retires, he wants to transition straight into pro wrestling. Advertisement When Athlon Sports caught up with WWE superstar Seth 'Freakin'' Rollins at the Super Bowl earlier this year, he backed up this idea — two of his three picks for NFL players who would be great wrestlers were tight ends: 6. The new TE superstar Even as stars such as Kelce and Kittle are on the back nine of their careers, the position has a clear new star: Brock Bowers of the Raiders. The 2024 crop of rookies featured several outstanding wide receivers — Malik Nabers, Brian Thomas Jr., Marvin Harrison Jr., Ladd McConkey, Rome Odunze — yet it was Bowers who led all rookies with 112 receptions. 7. They have their own day Tight ends even have a holiday – the fourth Sunday in October has been 'National Tight End Day' since 2019. No other position is honored in the same way. Last season, tight ends celebrated by catching 16 touchdowns and a single-day record 177 passes. The day keeps growing. If you're a defensive coordinator, you might want to bracket the other team's tight end this year. Advertisement Related: LeBron James, 'Ring Culture' and 10 Quarterbacks That Need to Win a Super Bowl Related: Former NFL Great Jimmy Graham's Next Challenge: the Arctic Ocean This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
