“If It Wasn’t McDonald’s, I’d Have Stopped” – Jason Kelce on 5K Charity Run for Eagles Autism Foundation

The former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce talks about his charitable side with a dash of hunger fulfillment. Joined by his brother, the duo share hilarious details from Jason’s recent charity run for a cause that is dear to him and his wife Kylie Kelce. And according to the Super Bowl winner, fast-food giants McDonald’s saved him from quitting!

Jason helped in raising money for the Eagles Autism Foundation at the 16th Annual Mike’s Seafood 5K Run/Walk for Autism. This event took place a few weeks ago in New Jersey and Jason was determined to finish the run. And McDonald’s helped him achieve his goal.

Jason Kelce eats and runs to raise the money

The 7X Pro Bowler finished the run in 43 minutes and a few seconds. On the podcast ‘New Heights’, hosted by Travis and Jason Kelce, the elder sibling revealed a secret of his in finishing the run. “If it wasn’t McDonald’s, I might have stopped”, said Jason with Travis chuckling at the statement.

However, the Super Bowl winner did add more context for his stop midway through the charity run. “It was early! I hadn’t had breakfast”, said Jason. But that wasn’t the end of it as the siblings poked more fun at this run of Jason.

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One of the most talked about things during and after this run was Jason’s pace. However, Travis did emphasize the finish. “But you finished strong. Because you ran across the finish line”, said Travis barely containing his laughter. “Well yeah, you gotta finish strong. Can’t just walk across the finish line”, said the 36-year-old with a straight face. Unfortunately for Jason, he couldn’t finish his NFL career in the same defiant manner.

Retirement on a sad note for Kelce

Rarely does any retirement of a beloved player is met with joy. But Jason’s retirement has been especially tough for the fans including the Eagles supporters. One of the most decorated players in his position retired after one of the most heartbreaking seasons in recent history.

The Eagles after reaching the Super Bowl just a couple of years ago, crashed towards the end of the next season. They managed to lose 6 of their last seven games, including the wildcard playoff against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. And with this being his last game, in a disappointing season, Kelce bid farewell to the game of football.

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