Exclusive: Jason Kelce’s Adventure in New Orleans
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Jason Kelce, the NFL star, found himself in the midst of a unique experience in New Orleans. As he landed in the city ahead of the Super Bowl, he became the focal point of a search event titled “Find Jason.” Organized by the Courtyard by Marriott, this entertaining stunt saw 10 football enthusiasts trying to locate the retired Philadelphia Eagles player among a crowd of individuals dressed like him.
Reflecting on the event, Kelce shared with PEOPLE, “It went fantastic! The lookalikes really looked alike, not that I’m a particularly hard person to look like.” With a touch of humour, he mentioned, “It was a really unique experience to be down here in New Orleans for these super fans. If I wasn’t Jason Kelce, I wouldn’t know who the real one is either.”
Embracing the surreal situation of being surrounded by numerous individuals resembling him, Kelce described the feeling as “weird,” yet he appreciated the company of his lookalikes. He expressed, “It feels weird, but at the same time it feels like a lot of kindred spirits,” highlighting the spiritual connection he found with them.
When asked about the physical attributes required to resemble him accurately, Kelce mentioned essential features such as a beard, hair, similar style, bushy eyebrows, and a stout physique. He emphasised how the subtle details like disappearing eyes when smiling contribute to capturing his essence.
The Marriott “Find Jason” winner was awarded with a grand prize— the Courtyard Super Bowl sleepover suite in the Caesars Superdome and tickets to the game. Following the event, the lookalikes, adorned in matching tracksuits, spread across the French Quarter, distributing prizes such as free stays and gift cards to the delight of onlookers.
As Super Bowl week kicked off in New Orleans, the festive atmosphere engulfed the city with anticipation for the big game. Jason Kelce’s brother, Travis Kelce, representing the Kansas City Chiefs, aimed to secure the NFL Championship by facing Jason’s former team, the Philadelphia Eagles. A victory for the Chiefs would mark a historic “three-peat,” a remarkable achievement in NFL history.
Reflecting on the potential milestone, Jason Kelce expressed his admiration for the team’s chemistry and determination, stating, “It speaks to the unbelievable chemistry and team that they’ve had for a long time in Kansas City. It would be something really, really cool to be able to say that you’ve done in the NFL.”
The day filled with fun activities and surprises set the tone for an exciting Super Bowl week in New Orleans. With the Kelce brothers on opposing sides in the championship game, football fans waited eagerly to witness history unfold on the field.