When it comes to exuding unfiltered, joyful chaos – few straight men do it quite like Jason Kelce. And this week, the retired NFL star once again reminded us all why he’s basically the mascot of chaotic good allyship.

On Wednesday, June 25, the former Philadelphia Eagles center turned heads and melted hearts as he stripped down to nothing but a patriotic pair of underwear — yes, we’re talking flag-print briefs — during a fundraiser for the Eagles Autism Foundation. Was it giving camp? Absolutely. Was it thirst trap adjacent? Obviously. Was it for a good cause? Even better.

Jason Kelce Ascends — Literally and Figuratively

Kelce, 37, kicked off his performance-art-worthy entrance at the 5th Annual Team 62 at the Ocean Drive celebrity bartending event in Sea Isle City, New Jersey. Clad in a white muscle tee, rainbow-accented baseball cap, and American flag shorts, he gave what can only be described as “queer-coded frat king turned philanthropist.”

In a now-viral video shared by the Eagles’ official X (formerly Twitter) account, Kelce is seen perched on a lifeguard chair — serving beefcake drama — before dramatically ripping off his shorts to reveal star-spangled underwear. It was part Magic Mike, part Fourth of July barbecue, and 100% peak Jason Kelce. “We have no words… @eaglesautism | #FlyEaglesFly,” read the caption, clearly written by someone also processing the level of homoerotic Americana we just witnessed.

Let’s be real: Jason Kelce’s entire post-football persona is giving “shirtless dad at Pride who brought Gatorade and glitter.” He’s the man who stripped shirtless in freezing Buffalo to cheer for his brother Travis. The man who never met a crop top he didn’t love. And the man who, once again, brought chaotic ally energy to the queer-coded chaos of summer fundraising.

Raising Money, Raising Eyebrows, Raising the Bar

The event wasn’t just a thirst trap in motion — it was part of a bigger mission. The Eagles Autism Foundation hosted a family-friendly gathering earlier that day at Excursion Park before the night’s celebrity bartending event at Sea Isle’s beloved Ocean Drive bar.

Each year, the Team 62 event brings out Eagles alumni, celebrities, and fans to raise funds for autism research and support. And Jason, of course, brought more than just his A-game. He brought his abs, his attitude, and probably a few broken laws of modesty (no complaints here).

And in true Jason Kelce fashion, he leaned into the moment. In another X post from the Eagles, a cheeky caption read: “This is what happens when Jason brings pants for Jason.”

Yes, the pants discourse continues. For those new here: Jason has repeatedly confessed to forgetting to pack pants. Fortunately, his wife Kylie often saves the day. Most iconically, she packed his khakis last-minute for a celebrity golf tournament.

The People’s Tight End (Literally)

Let’s not forget Kelce’s growing status as a fan-favorite “himbo with a heart.” This is the same man who once said he wanted to “show off his legs” after losing post-retirement weight, adding: “My rear end is going to be out.”

Spoiler alert: It is. It was. And we loved it.

This week’s moment follows his legendary shirtless cheering during the 2024 Chiefs vs. Bills playoff game, which he described as being “possessed by fandom… and probably alcohol.”

Queer Joy, Camp Fashion, and a Touch of Kelce

While Pride Month winds down, Kelce’s display of uninhibited joy and uninhibited… thighs… fits perfectly into the moment. His willingness to strip down, show up, and show out not only raises funds — it creates space for levity, celebration, and unapologetic self-expression.

He may not be queer, but Jason Kelce is queer-adjacent in the best way — a straight man fully secure in his masculinity, ready to cheer, dance, or flash a crowd for a good cause. And in a world that often demands conformity, his full-throttle authenticity is something worth celebrating.

Whether he’s bartending in boxers, crashing a tailgate, or accidentally starting a discourse about dad bods and masculinity, Jason Kelce continues to redefine what it means to be a post-NFL legend with serious ally energy.

As one fan tweeted during the event: “Jason Kelce didn’t just walk so others could run. He stripped so others could live.”

The Eagles Autism Foundation’s work continues year-round. To donate or learn more, visit EaglesAutismFoundation.org.