The Kansas City Chiefs Will Induct Tony Gonzalez Into the Chiefs Hall of Fame This Season

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – August 27, 2025 – The Kansas City Chiefs have confirmed that legendary tight end Tony Gonzalez will be inducted into the team’s Hall of Fame during the 2025 season, honoring his extraordinary career and impact.

Drafted 13th overall in the 1997 NFL Draft, Gonzalez spent 12 seasons with Kansas City. He quickly became the face of the franchise, redefining the tight end position with unmatched skill, athleticism, and consistency across more than a decade.

Over 191 games for the Chiefs, Gonzalez recorded 916 receptions, 10,940 receiving yards, and 76 touchdowns. Those marks remain franchise records for a tight end, highlighting his dominance and reliability as one of the NFL’s premier playmakers.

Gonzalez’s achievements earned him 10 consecutive Pro Bowl selections from 1999 to 2008, along with six First-Team All-Pro honors. His 2004 season, featuring 102 receptions and 1,258 yards, remains one of the greatest ever by a tight end.

“Tony Gonzalez didn’t just play tight end — he transformed the position,” Chiefs Chairman Clark Hunt said. “He gave our fans more than a decade of unforgettable performances and set a standard for future generations.”

After leaving Kansas City, Gonzalez played five additional seasons with the Atlanta Falcons. He retired in 2013 with 1,325 receptions, 15,127 yards, and 111 touchdowns, then entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2019.

Beyond the field, Gonzalez has continued to inspire. A Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee, he remains deeply involved in community work through his foundation and serves as a mentor for current NFL stars.

The Chiefs will honor Gonzalez at Arrowhead Stadium this season, giving fans the chance to celebrate his enduring legacy. His influence lives on every Sunday, especially in the dominance of modern tight ends like Travis Kelce.