Drew Brees’s Restaurant Chain Honors Jason Kelce With Scholarship Giveaway

Walk-Ons found the perfect way to honor the Philadelphia Eagles great.

Former NFL quarterback Drew Brees announced Friday that restaurant chain Walk-Ons, in which he owns a stake, will honor Jason Kelce after the Philadelphia Eagles’ All-Pro center announced he’s retiring from the NFL on Monday.  

Walk-Ons was founded by Brandon Landry and Jack Warner, who were walk-ons for the LSU men’s basketball team. The business will salute Kelce by giving scholarships to 13 walk-on athletes. Kelce famously walked on as a linebacker for the University of Cincinnati before switching to offensive line. 

“These scholarships represent more than just financial aid,” Brees said. “They’re a salute to the relentless spirit and unwavering dedication that drives athletes to excel, mirroring the qualities that Jason Kelce showcased throughout his career.

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“With this initiative, your inspirational spirit will continue to guide and motivate future generations,” Brees continued. “Thank you and here’s to the spirit of the walk-on.”

Kelce went on to be named second-team All-Big East on two occasions and was selected in the sixth round of the 2011 NFL draft by Philadelphia. 

He spent his entire 13-year career there and was named All-Pro six times. He almost certainly eventually will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame—not bad for a walk-on.