The Kansas City Chiefs’ back-to-back Super Bowl titles have helped attract many fans locally and internationally. Their increased popularity has made their games a topic of discussion in every circle, especially among celebrities.
Chiefs Wire’s Ed Easton Jr. spoke to actor and Kansas City native Don Cheadle about his reaction to the Chiefs defeating his friend and co-star in the upcoming Peacock miniseries Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist, Kevin Hart’s Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII, and his starting tight end choice between Travis Kelce and Tony Gonzalez.
“There was no trash talk, [just] necessary eye contact, bowed heads, and somber feelings,” Cheadle explained. “You don’t want to rub it in. You don’t need to rub it in. I didn’t need to rub it in. The team did all the talking.”
Cheadle is proud of the Chiefs’ success, which includes three Super Bowls over the last five seasons. He looks forward to this weekend’s American Century Championship, where he will see Kelce and many others on the course, although Patrick Mahomes isn’t scheduled to appear this year.
“Of course, watching it now [the team’s recent success] is incredibly exciting,” said Cheadle. “Travis [Kelce] is in the tournament, and Patrick (Mahomes) is also cool to see and celebrate them.”
Kelce, however, isn’t his choice yet as a starter on his all-time fantasy Chiefs team. As the legendary actor explained, the honor remains with Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez.
“Just a couple more years, it would be him, but right now, I’m going to give it to the veteran,” said Cheadle. “I’m going to give it to the old guard.”
Check out the website for more information about the American Century Championship.