“Sorry, if you’re not a true fan, please leave.” Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid broke the silence and directly sent a strong message to fans on Twitter: “If you’re a Kansas fan, you’ll know that we’ve given our all to compete. A true fan wouldn’t turn their back on the team even if we lose, but would continue to support and encourage us to try harder.” He then made a SHOCKING statement in the NFL community by publicly defending Travis Kelce. Read more:

Andy Reid Breaks His Silence, Sends Strong Message to Fans — and Publicly Defends Travis Kelce

The Kansas City Chiefs community was thrown into intense debate after head coach Andy Reid broke his silence with a blunt, emotionally charged message directed at fans following recent criticism of the team. In a post that quickly spread across social media, Reid appeared to draw a clear line between frustration and loyalty—delivering words that resonated far beyond Kansas City.

Sorry, if you’re not a true fan, please leave.”

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The statement, shared via his official account on Twitter (now X), immediately ignited discussion across the NFL world. While some praised Reid’s honesty, others questioned whether the message was too confrontational. But one thing was undeniable: the longtime head coach was done staying quiet.

“A True Fan Doesn’t Turn Their Back”

In the full message, Reid expanded on his stance, emphasizing effort, accountability, and unwavering support—especially during difficult stretches.

“If you’re a Kansas fan, you’ll know that we’ve given our all to compete. A true fan wouldn’t turn their back on the team even if we lose, but would continue to support and encourage us to try harder.”

For a coach known for his calm demeanor and measured press conferences, the tone marked a rare moment of public frustration. League insiders noted that Reid’s comments came after days of growing backlash from sections of the fanbase following recent performances and renewed criticism aimed at individual players.

What truly stunned the NFL community came next.

In the same thread, Reid publicly and unequivocally defended Travis Kelce, who has recently found himself at the center of online criticism regarding performance, focus, and outside commitments.

“Travis has earned everything he has in this league,” Reid wrote. “He shows up, he works, he leads. Anyone questioning his commitment doesn’t understand what he’s given to this organization.”

The Shocking Part: Defending Travis Kelce