AceShowbiz - Retirement hasn't slowed down former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce - if anything, it has ramped up his career trajectory. After 13 years in the NFL and an illustrious tenure as a linchpin of the Eagles' offensive line, Kelce retired, only to jump into the media landscape with both feet. Now, the charismatic athlete is eyeing yet another milestone: a late-night talk show on ESPN.

According to a recent report on Puck, Kelce is in discussions with ESPN to host a late-night program that would air in January on five consecutive Friday nights at 1 a.m. ET. This show won't be your standard highlight or recap show. Instead, it will be a platform where Kelce interacts with other athletes and celebrities, aiming to create viral content over the weekend.

The idea appears to be gaining traction, given Kelce's previous track record of generating buzz and viral moments on ESPN's "Monday Night Countdown". From forgetting to pack a shirt ahead of his debut to saying "tits" live on-air, Kelce's antics have already made him a fan favorite.

However, Kelce has expressed some concerns about balancing his time efficiently, saying in a recent interview with former Buffalo Bills star Eric Wood, "I'm busier, but it's inefficient. Because everything is kind of disconnected from one another, I'm either traveling a lot or I'm on a lot of Zoom calls." Despite these logistical challenges, Kelce seems undeterred, adding, "It's been a lot, but it's been fun."

Beyond the show, Kelce has kept busy with multiple ventures. He co-hosts the "New Heights" podcast with his brother, Travis Kelce, a show that recently inked a nine-figure deal with Wondery. He is also a majority owner of Ohio-based Garage Beer and continues to relish his role as the ultimate girl dad.

The planned ESPN show will be produced by NFL Films and licensed to ESPN, aligning it with Kelce's penchant for authentic and engaging content. If the first five shows perform well, there's potential for the series to continue. The timing couldn't be better, as January is when the NFL postseason heats up, offering ample opportunities for viral moments.

A charismatic figure like Kelce, who can pull in big-name guests, undoubtedly fits the bill for hosting such a show. As ESPN and Kelce's team finalize the specifics, fans and viewers can look forward to what promises to be an entertaining and unique late-night offering.