Jason Kelce surprising absence from Brandon Graham tribute
Brandon Graham, a cornerstone of the Eagles’ defense and a key player in their Super Bowl LII victory, announced his retirement after 15 seasons in the NFL. The franchise organized a special event to honor his impact on the team and the city of Philadelphia.

Brandon Graham tribute without Jason Kelce, a surprising absence
However, what should have been a pure celebration was overshadowed by the unexpected absence of Jason Kelce.
Kelce, who also recently retired, is considered a symbol of the Eagles and one of the team’s greatest locker room leaders. His friendship with Graham has been well-documented over the years, making his absence on such an important day all the more noticeable.
Fan reactions, speculation runs wild
Social media exploded with reactions to Kelce absence. Some fans expressed their disappointment and confusion.
“I can’t believe it! Jason Kelce and Graham are like brothers. It’s strange that he wasn’t there,” one user wrote on X.
Others defended Kelce, suggesting that personal reasons or scheduling conflicts might have prevented him from attending.
“Jason Kelce has been a leader on this team forever. He wouldn’t miss this without a good reason,” another fan pointed out.
Despite the controversy, one thing is certain, both Jason Kelce and Brandon Graham have left an indelible mark on Eagles history. Whether there was an underlying reason behind Kelce absence remains a mystery only time will unravel.