Jason Kelce The media career has moved away from the NFL in its first year, and his next adventure will be in late-night television.
“The Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce” premieres Jan. 3 on ESPN, running five Friday nights through Feb. 1, beginning at 1 a.m.
Late night TV is a competitive space, and Kelis got some advice From a longtime host as he prepares for his new show.
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Kelce performed “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” revealed the news and the future Pro Football Hall of Fame center said Kimmel had given him “a lot of advice” on how to make his show a success.
“To be able to go on his show and promote my show that’s coming out, but also just going there and talking to him, getting all the information about how to run a late-night show — you cameras. How I talk, how you choose topics, how you prepare, it’s honestly been a very rewarding journey,” Kelis said on his “New Heights” podcast.
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Travis KelceJason’s younger brother who works for the Kansas City Chiefs, called Kimmel “the best in the business for a reason,” noting that he got to meet the host over the summer.
Former NFL player and ESPN commentator Jason Kelce stands on the sidelines during the first half of the game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at GHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. (Danny Medley/Images)
Jason said he’s also a big fan of Conan O’Brien, though he likes all the current late-night greats.
Despite retiring after joining ESPN’s “Monday Night Countdown” panel, Jason has been to football stadiums year-round while appearing on “College Game Day” and his podcast with Travis throughout the year. Casts.
Jason’s wife, Kylie Kelce, is also launching her own podcast, “Not Gonna Lie.”
Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles reacts after announcing his retirement from the NFL at NovaCare Complex on March 4, 2024 in Philadelphia. (Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
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Jason will be making his solo debut with this late-night show, and he’s making sure he uses all his resources to keep it going.
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