Travis Kelce now has the most Yards (Getty Images)
In 2024, the Chiefs noted that Kelce had already moved into fourth place all time in career yards after the catch, with 5,632 yards at that point. Marshall Faulk led the list with 6,230. Kelce also scored his first touchdown of the 2026 season against Indianapolis, giving the Chiefs star a productive night beyond the statistical milestone.
Because faulk was a running back known for his receiving work, not a tight end operating in the middle of an NFL passing game, kelce’s ability to close that gap is striking. Sports Illustrated reported that There is also something revealing about the name Kelce passed. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end reached the mark during the team’s matchup with the Indianapolis Colts, giving fresh weight to one of the most recognizable parts of his game. Kelce has never needed to rely only on speed to create extra yards. His balance, strength and feel for space have repeatedly allowed him to turn ordinary completions into bigger gains. That skill now has a record attached to it. The timing gave the record an extra bit of attention. Faulk was one of the NFL’s most versatile offensive players, so taking the top spot from him highlights how unusual Kelce’s career has been. A tight end leading the league in a category heavily shaped by running backs and receivers is not a routine achievement. For Kansas City, it is another statistical marker tied directly to what Kelce has done best. He catches the ball, stays on his feet and keeps the play alive. Now, that part of his game sits alone at the top of the NFL record book.
Travis Kelce added another unusual entry to his NFL résumé on Sunday, moving past Marshall Faulk to become the league’s all-time leader in career yards after the catch.