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Travis Kelce and Jason Kelce recently kickstarted a major debate about whether NFL and NBA players can switch sports. While Jason is adamant no NFL player can play in the NBA, Travis thinks it's possible.
Recently, Paul George also spoke on the matter and agreed with the older Kelce brother. George also stated that NBA players can have a smooth transition to the NFL.
After George's statement, the Philadelphia Eagles center explained to his younger brother how Shaquille O'Neal could have been a dominant player in the NFL. Here's what Kelce said on the New Heights podcast:
"You don't think Shaq could play in the NFL?... To pick the most obvious answer, he could play receiver, tight end, or defensive end like nobody's blocking that motherfucker. Sticking that big meat pie out there..."
There is no denying that during his playing days, Shaquille O'Neal was a force to be reckoned with. He could have certainly played in the positions that Kelce mentioned.
Both the Kelce brothers also agreed that Russell Westbrook could play in the NFL because of his mentality. It will be interesting to see if a player tries to switch leagues in the future.
Jason Kelce will be back in Philadelphia next season
After the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, there was speculation about Jason Kelce's future and whether he would retire. But that isn't the case, as the future Hall of Famer will be back in 2023 to protect Jalen Hurts.
The Eagles have one of the best offensive lines in the NFL, and Kelce is a huge part of it. With Hurts signing a massive contract extension, it was important to have Kelce around for at least one more year.
The Eagles will enter next season as one of the favorites to win it all, and it will be fascinating to see if Jalen Hurts will continue to dominate with Kelce in front of him.
If you use any of the above quotes, please credit the New Heights Podcast and H/T Sportskeeda.
