On Thursday night, close to 80,000 fans are expected to fill Arrowhead Stadium to witness the reigning Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, take on the Baltimore Ravens in a highly anticipated rematch of the AFC championship game, kicking off the NFL season.
Among the spectators, many will be keeping an eye out for pop superstar Taylor Swift, who emerged as a devoted Chiefs fan last season due to her relationship with tight end Travis Kelce. Their relationship blossomed after Kelce’s public invitation to Swift, leading her to attend a game in September.
Throughout the season, Swift and Kelce’s bond grew stronger, with the singer making efforts to attend games during breaks from her Eras Tour. The Grammy winner even rushed from a stadium show in Japan to attend the Super Bowl, celebrating the Chiefs’ victory alongside Kelce on the field.
Swift also developed a close friendship with Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his wife, Brittany, during the season.
As the offseason unfolded, Swift wrapped up the European leg of her tour and prepared for the North American leg starting in October. Simultaneously, Kelce and his brother struck a lucrative podcast deal and lined up appearances on television shows.
With the Chiefs eyeing a historic third consecutive Super Bowl win, Kelce expressed his dedication to football, citing the sport as a source of joy and purpose in his life.
Despite their busy schedules, Swift and Kelce faced challenges in the offseason, including security concerns prompting show cancellations for Swift and false rumors circulating about their relationship, which Kelce addressed in a media appearance.
Kelce praised Swift for her interest in football, mentioning she even created plays for him, albeit with some bias. Their camaraderie continues to flourish as Kelce navigates his commitments both on and off the field.
