Chiefs' Travis Kelce Manifested Success Under the Moon, NASA Recognizes Resurfaced Tweet

Kelce's 2010 tweet about visualizing success has gone viral after NASA acknowledged the coincidence with the Artemis II mission.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 1:52am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a football player in mid-motion against a backdrop of the moon, with sharp, overlapping planes in shades of blue, gray, and metallic accents, capturing the conceptual connection between Kelce's tweet and the Artemis II mission.Kelce's tweet about visualizing success under the moon takes on new meaning as NASA acknowledges the coincidence with the Artemis II mission.Kansas City Today

A resurfaced tweet from Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, where he wrote about visualizing his success under the moon in 2010, has recently gone viral after NASA acknowledged the coincidence with the Artemis II mission. Kelce, who was suspended from the University of Cincinnati football team that year, ended up getting a second chance and was drafted by the Chiefs in 2013, going on to become a three-time Super Bowl champion.

Why it matters

Kelce's tweet from over a decade ago has captured the public's imagination, with NASA recognizing the serendipitous timing of his words aligning with the Artemis II mission to the moon. This resurfaced tweet highlights Kelce's perseverance and ability to manifest his success, even during challenging times, which has resonated with fans and the broader public.

The details

In 2010, Kelce was suspended from the University of Cincinnati football team for the entire year due to a failed drug test after testing positive for marijuana use. However, his older brother, Jason Kelce, advocated for him, and he was allowed back on the team in 2011. Kelce was then selected in the third round, 63rd overall pick, by the Chiefs in the 2013 NFL Draft. Fast forward to 2026, and Kelce is entering his 14th year in the NFL after resigning with the Chiefs for a three-year contract extension worth up to $57.735 million.

  • In 2010, Kelce was suspended from the University of Cincinnati football team for the entire year.
  • In 2011, Kelce was allowed back on the University of Cincinnati football team.
  • In 2013, Kelce was selected in the third round, 63rd overall pick, by the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL Draft.
  • In 2026, Kelce is entering his 14th year in the NFL after resigning with the Chiefs for a three-year contract extension.

The players

Travis Kelce

A tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, who has won three Super Bowls with the team and is entering his 14th year in the NFL after signing a three-year contract extension.

Jason Kelce

The older brother of Travis Kelce, who played 13 seasons in the NFL with the Philadelphia Eagles before retiring in 2024.

NASA

The United States government agency responsible for the civil space program, aeronautics, and space research.

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What they’re saying

“The moon looks crazy tonight... Imma chill out here for a little and just visualize my success n vibe to the scenary.”

— Travis Kelce

“It's been a long time coming...”

— NASA

What’s next

As the Artemis II mission continues, NASA may continue to engage with Kelce and his resurfaced tweet, potentially leading to further collaborations or recognition of the serendipitous timing.

The takeaway

Kelce's ability to manifest his success, even during challenging times, has resonated with fans and the broader public. This resurfaced tweet serves as a reminder that perseverance and a positive mindset can lead to great achievements, even in the face of adversity.