Jeff Stoutland is the longest-tenured member of the Eagles’ coaching staff and just completed his 12th season as the team’s offensive line coach.
Stoutland is the best offensive line coach in the NFL, and Kelce’s development into an All-Pro and Hall of Famer is a huge reason why the Staten Island, New York native has such a glowing resume.
Philadelphia’s All-Pro center retired on Monday after 13 NFL seasons, and Stoutland penned a heartfelt message to his protege on Twitter.
Jason,
Some of my fondest coaching moments have been by your side these past 11 seasons. I’m so proud of the player you’ve worked to become and legacy you’ve built. I will miss having you by my side. It’s been my honor & I congratulate you on an incredible career.
Stout out pic.twitter.com/l5fYsHCjPw
— Jeff Stoutland (@CoachStoutland) March 4, 2024
Kelce will exit stage left as one of the significant reasons the Eagles made six postseason appearances and two Super Bowl trips over the past seven seasons.
Elgible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2029, Kelce played his entire 13-year career with the Eagles. He was selected to seven Pro Bowls in 13 seasons and was named first-team All-Pro for the sixth time in 2023.
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