Taylor Swift is showing her support for “the guy on the Chiefs” in more ways than one. The pop superstar reportedly made an unexpected trip to Kansas City to be by Travis Kelce’s side after a challenging Week 3 performance left the star tight end looking frustrated on the sidelines.
Kelce, who had been under scrutiny for his play this season, appeared down during Kansas City’s “Sunday Night Football” win against the Atlanta Falcons. The Chiefs edged out a 22-17 victory, but Kelce’s performance was uncharacteristically quiet—just four catches for 30 yards, far below his usual impact. According to reports from the Daily Mail, Swift, who was in New York at the time, flew out to Kansas City on Monday morning to visit Kelce at his mansion, offering some much-needed comfort and support.
The 12-time Grammy winner’s surprise visit came at a crucial moment for Kelce, who had been struggling to find his rhythm in the early part of the season. With just 15 catches for 158 yards over the first three weeks and no touchdowns, the two-time Super Bowl champion had faced growing pressure to deliver on the field.
His early-season struggles were particularly noticeable given his usual dominance as one of the league’s top tight ends.
However, Kelce seemed to turn a corner during the Chiefs’ Week 4 win over the Los Angeles Chargers. He posted his best performance of the season, with seven catches for 89 yards, helping Kansas City secure a victory. Not only did Kelce help his team win, but he also broke a franchise record for the most receptions, surpassing Pro Football Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez—a significant achievement for the veteran player.
After the game, Kelce’s renewed confidence was apparent. According to a source speaking to Page Six, “He felt good about it. That’s the Travis that he always is and was.” The source also acknowledged Kelce’s slow start to the year but expressed optimism that the star tight end is now back in form. “He had a rough start to the season,” the source added, “but he’s back in his groove. He’s going to kill it.”
Swift’s support likely played a part in boosting Kelce’s spirits. Despite her absence from recent Chiefs games, Swift was present for the team’s first two matchups, where her presence in the stands garnered significant media attention. She even cheered on Kelce during his first home game, sitting alongside his mother, Donna Kelce, in what became a viral moment. However, in Weeks 3 and 4, Swift was noticeably absent from the stadium, prompting fans to speculate about her whereabouts.
Even though she wasn’t in attendance, Swift clearly wasn’t far from Kelce’s mind. Her spontaneous trip to Kansas City demonstrates the strength of their growing relationship, with the pop star offering emotional support during a rough patch in his season.
As Kelce works to regain his peak performance on the field, having the support of one of the world’s most famous and successful musicians likely serves as a source of motivation. With his confidence back on track, Kelce is poised to continue being a key playmaker for the Chiefs as they push toward another potential Super Bowl run.
While Swift may not be in the stands for every game, her connection to Kelce is undeniable, and fans are eagerly watching both their relationship and Kelce’s return to form as one of the NFL’s premier players.
Whether Swift will make more surprise appearances remains to be seen, but for now, her unexpected trip was just what the Kansas City star needed during a challenging time.
