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USA Today via Reuters

USA Today via Reuters

Jason Kelce is a towering figure in the NFL. The Super Bowl winner revolutionized the role of the Center in the offensive line during his career. However, his status is further propelled as actress Kristen Stewart shared her thoughts on the former Philadelphia Eagles center’s retirement.

After a lackluster season towards the end, which resulted in being crashed out in the wildcard round of the playoffs for the Eagles, Kelce announced his retirement informally, though he made it formal in an emotional press conference not so long ago. But his retirement is not only a contentious issue for football fans, but for Hollywood as well.

Kristen Stewart can’t stop praising Jason Kelce

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The Twilight Saga actress was interviewed while promoting her upcoming film Love Lies Bleeding. During the interview, she made a rapid-fire pop quiz. And it is during this section that Stewart professed her fondness for the 7X Pro Bowler.

“Which famous NFL player just retired?” asked the interviewer to Stewart. She took a bit of time collecting her thoughts, but the nature of the rapid-fire questions made her blurt out “Travis Kelce’s brother”. After linking up with the pop sensation Taylor Swift, Travis has found immense recognition. Understandably it was his name that came out first from Stewart’s mouth.

But Stewart did not stop there, she expanded on her answer as she said, “Who’s the cutest”, referring to Jason. The interviewer also couldn’t stop from swooning over the retired player as she said, “So cute”. Both women agreed on the cuteness of Jason. However, they and many fans would be wondering what is next for Jason after he retires from pro football.

So many paths to choose from

Along with Travis, Jason’s stardom has also shot up a lot during the last year. Hence, his retirement sent the masses to predict his next move. And everything from WWE to a coaching job has been suggested. However, Jason has made one thing sure about his future. “Still remaining local in Philadelphia. I’ll never not be there”, said Kelce to his brother on the latest edition of their podcast ‘New Heights’.

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Jason’s podcast has been a source of inspiration for him and many. And he could take the podcast to new heights after his retirement. But as a father of three young girls, Jason has a lot of house duties as well to look forward to!

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What do you think Jason Kelce will pursue after his retirement? Let us know in the comments.

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