As an icon of the Eagles, the former NFL star is a favored son in Philly which is why his opinion of the 76ers’ potential arena rebuild carries weight.

New Jersey officials recently expressed interest in relocating the 76ers from Philadelphia to Camden, New Jersey, where the team already has a practice facility. The 76ers currently lease Philly’s Wells Fargo Center, and the agreement ends in 2031. The team is also looking into building a new arena in town.

Jason Kelce didn't hesitate to offer his thoughts on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposed arena in Center City one day after Mayor Cherelle Parker endorsed the controversial project. On SportsRadio WIP on Thursday,

Jason Kelce has some strong feelings about the Philadelphia 76ers' plans to build a new arena downtown in Center City. The Eagles legend has voiced opposition to the plans, officially endorsed by Mayor Cherelle Parker on Wednesday,

Mohan Seshadri spent much of his day in meetings with people and groups who are worried about what the mayor's 76ers decision means for Chinatown.

Jason Kelce is slamming the Sixers over the team's tactics around building a new $1.5 billion Center City arena. Why it matters: The former Eagles center's celebrity and popularity have skyrocketed in retirement,

Since retiring—and since Super Bowl LII in 2018 more broadly—former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce has served as a de facto conscience of Philadelphia fans. Thus, when he discussed the Philadelphia 76ers' controversial new arena proposal Thursday morning on WIP-FM in Philadelphia,

The former Eagle criticized the Sixers' ownership for 'strong-arming the city' and showing 'disrespect' to fans with their Center City arena proposal, which Mayor Parker endorsed Wednesday.