NFL star Travis Kelce is set to add game show host to his impressive résumé.

Kelce, known for his athletic prowess on the football field, will be hosting Amazon Prime Video’s new game show, Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?

The show promises to blend fun, celebrity appearances, and elementary school-level quiz questions, making it a must-watch for fans of both game shows and celebrity antics.

The format of Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity? is a fresh spin-off from Fox’s popular series Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?, which first aired in 2007. This new iteration will feature adult contestants who will rely on a “classroom” of celebrity guests to help them answer 11 questions derived from the primary school curriculum. The goal? To win a cash prize of $100,000 (£80,300).

Kelce, 34, who recently celebrated his third Super Bowl victory with the Kansas City Chiefs, expressed his enthusiasm for the project. “I grew up loving game shows and I’m excited to be following in the footsteps of so many TV icons by hosting my first show,” he said in a statement. “The original show was a huge success, so bringing a new format with everyone’s favourite celebrities to the screen is sure to be exciting.”

Kelce’s dynamic personality and charm, which have endeared him to both sports fans and the general public, are expected to bring a unique flair to the show. “I’m just thrilled to be on the host side of this equation and can’t wait to see how these famous faces hold up,” he added.

The show promises a unique twist, where contestants won’t be competing against the celebrities but will instead seek their assistance, and in some cases, might even “cheat” a bit with their help. This engaging dynamic is set to add an extra layer of fun and unpredictability to the quiz show format.

Amazon Prime Video has committed to twenty episodes of the series, showcasing their confidence in the show’s potential to capture audiences’ interest. This latest venture further diversifies Kelce’s career, who also co-hosts the sports podcast New Heights.

Fans of Travis Kelce, game shows, and celebrity culture will undoubtedly be eager to tune in to see how the blend of quiz questions and star power plays out. With a significant cash prize on the line and the charming Kelce at the helm, Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity? is poised to become a new favorite in the world of game shows.

Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to test your knowledge alongside some of your favorite celebrities in this exciting new series.