Jason Kelce‘s X post on September 14, 2024, wasn’t just a cheeky flex – it was a gravity-defying homage to sports legends past and present. The former Philadelphia Eagles center’s airborne lacrosse photo might have fans doing a double-take, wondering if they’d stumbled into a time warp featuring a young Michael Jordan.

Jason’s mid-air stretch, lacrosse stick extended like a modern-day Excalibur, channeled the spirit of Jordan‘s iconic moments. His tweet, accompanied by a photo of him leaping to catch a lacrosse ball, instantly went viral. “Air Kelce!! Haha still got it!” he quipped, a playful nod to the “Air Jordan” moniker that defined a generation of basketball fans.

From Jordan’s 1988 Slam Dunk Contest free-throw line leap to the “Last Shot” of the 1998 NBA Finals, Kelce’s snapshot captured that same mix of athleticism and showmanship that made Air Jordan soar into legend. But this wasn’t just about one Eagle spreading his wings. Jason’s high-flying antics tapped into a broader sports culture where athletes push the boundaries of what’s possible.

It’s a reminder that whether you’re catching passes, sinking baskets, or scooping up lacrosse balls, there’s magic in those split seconds when humans seem to defy gravity. For NFL fans who used to see Jason Kelce as an immovable object on the offensive line, this glimpse of graceful agility was a revelation. It showcased the versatility that makes the Kelce brothers such fan favorites.

As impressive as Jason’s leap was, it might just be the opening salvo in a new chapter of the Kelce brothers’ friendly rivalry. With Travis eyeing Olympic gold in lacrosse, Jason’s casual display of stick skills could be seen as a playful jab at his younger sibling’s ambitions. It’s as if he’s saying, “Hey little bro, don’t forget who taught you how to play.”

Jason Kelce’s leap challenges Travis’s Olympic dreams?

While Jason was busy defying gravity, Travis Kelce has been dreaming of Olympic glory. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end dropped a bombshell on their “New Heights” podcast back in October last year, declaring his intention to gun for a spot on Team USA’s 2028 Olympic lacrosse squad. “I need a gold medal,” Travis proclaimed.

Travis’s lacrosse ambitions aren’t just pie-in-the-sky dreams. The sport is set to make its triumphant return to the Olympics after a 120-year hiatus. It’s part of a fresh lineup that includes flag football, giving the Kelce brothers multiple shots at Olympic stardom. Travis, ever the optimist, even invented a new position for himself: “I could play center middy. Or center D, I mean,” he mused, while Jason’s laughter echoed in the background.

But Jason’s recent acrobatic display suggests he might not be ready to cede the lacrosse spotlight to his little brother just yet. After all, Jason’s high school lacrosse career lasted longer than Travis’s middle school dalliance with the sport. It’s the perfect setup for a Kelce vs. Kelce showdown that could rival any Olympic drama.

As the brothers continue to push each other to new heights – both literally and figuratively – fans are left wondering: Will Travis’s Olympic dreams come true? Will Jason make a surprise bid for Team USA? Or will this just be another chapter in the ongoing Kelce comedy special?