The spirit of holiday collaboration has struck athletes and artists alike this season, with the Kelce brothers and Boyz II Men releasing a single that smells like a mix of nostalgia and Christmas cheer. The Philadelphia Eagles' own Jason Kelce and his brother Travis have joined the ranks of holiday crooners with their latest track "It's Christmas Time (In Cleveland Heights)," as reported by ABC News. They've partnered with Philadelphia's legendary R&B group Boyz II Men, officially turning the festive dial up a notch.

Aptly named The Philly Specials, the group — which includes current and former Eagles players Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, and Jason Kelce — is expected to release an album titled “A Philly Special Christmas Party.” PHL17 notes the single captures the essence of their hometown holiday experience, aiming to wrap listeners in a blanket of yuletide warmth similar to what the Kelce siblings might have felt growing up in Ohio.

The Kelce brothers aren't just limiting their vocal talents to the gridiron. With Boyz II Men adding their harmonies to the mix, the single has the makings of a Christmas classic. "It's Christmas Time (In Cleveland Heights)" is the first taste of the upcoming festive tunes, setting up the holiday season with communal memories of past celebrations. As NBC Philadelphia reveals, the song was officially launched this morning, signalling to fans that Halloween has indeed passed and the countdown to Christmas has begun.

This musical endeavor by the Kelce brothers with Boyz II Men could just be another way athletes seek to establish a presence beyond the sports arena. Whether the single will catch on to become a staple on holiday playlists or simply serve as a cheerful novelty remains to be seen. However, with the smooth vocals of Boyz II Men blended with hometown lyrics performed by these NFL stars, they've managed to swiftly create a collision of sports enthusiasm and holiday spirit.