Kayla Nicole took a professional approach on Monday when discussing her ex-boyfriend, Travis Kelce, during an appearance on the “I Am Athlete Daily” show. As part of the sports talk segment, Kayla, who dated the Kansas City Chiefs star tight end on and off for several years, briefly addressed Kelce’s relatively slow start to the season.
While talking about sports betting ahead of the Chiefs’ Monday night matchup against the New Orleans Saints, Kayla referenced Kelce’s performance in a matter-of-fact manner. “It’s been a slow start for the guy, Travis Kelce,” she remarked before questioning whether he would exceed 58.5 receiving yards for the game.
Kelce did manage to surpass that mark, hauling in 70 receiving yards as the Chiefs secured a 26-13 victory over the Saints. His performance, while steady, reflects a somewhat slower start to the season, especially by his own lofty standards. This year, Kelce has been averaging 9.5 yards per catch, the lowest of his 12-year NFL career, and has yet to score a touchdown in five regular-season games.
Kayla Nicole, who is a contributor to I Am Athlete, a media venture focused on sports and entertainment, handled the discussion with poise, keeping things professional despite her past relationship with Kelce. In addition to her media role, Kayla has built a successful career as a model and influencer, and she previously worked as a host for the Los Angeles Lakers.
While some fans on social media speculated about her demeanor during the conversation about Kelce, others applauded her for the way she managed the situation. “She kept it professional and classy. She’s moved on,” one Instagram user commented. Another chimed in, “It’s not personal, it’s business, baby!”
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Kelce’s career has taken center stage once again this season, but much of the spotlight has been shared with his new romance with pop superstar Taylor Swift. The couple made headlines after going public with their relationship in 2023, a year after Kelce and Kayla called it quits for good in 2022.
Swift, 34, has been a regular at Chiefs games, attending 13 games in 2023 and already making appearances at three games this season, including Monday night’s win. The Grammy-winning singer was featured prominently on ESPN’s broadcast, cheering on Kelce from a suite at Arrowhead Stadium alongside her dad, Scott Swift, and her friend Brittany Mahomes, the wife of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
Following the Chiefs’ win, Swift and Kelce shared a postgame moment in the stadium suite, continuing to fuel public interest in their high-profile relationship.
As the Chiefs head into their bye week at 5-0, Kelce and the team will have time to rest and prepare for their Week 7 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers.
While Kelce’s numbers may not be as explosive as in previous seasons, the Chiefs are still finding ways to win, and the continued presence of Taylor Swift at games has added a layer of excitement for fans.
Meanwhile, Kayla Nicole continues to make a name for herself in her career, demonstrating her professionalism and moving forward with grace in the public eye.
