The buzz surrounding Taylor Swift’s rumored relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce has reached fever pitch, and not all of it has been positive. As Kelce faces a rocky start to his season, some Kansas City Chiefs fans have pointed fingers at Swift, suggesting that her presence is a distraction for the tight end. However, not everyone is buying this narrative — and Whoopi Goldberg isn’t having it.
On a recent episode of The View, the outspoken co-host didn’t hold back when addressing the wave of criticism Swift has been receiving from certain Chiefs fans. In classic Goldberg fashion, she delivered a fiery message aimed at those who blame Swift for Kelce’s underperformance, calling the accusations “ridiculous” and “unfair.”
“Look, Taylor Swift is not out there missing passes or making bad plays. Travis Kelce is a professional athlete; he knows how to handle his game and his personal life,” Goldberg said firmly. “Blaming a woman for a man’s bad start? That’s an old, tired excuse, and we need to stop dragging Taylor into this nonsense.”
Goldberg’s comments come after weeks of rumors linking Swift and Kelce, with fans and media alike speculating about the impact of their relationship on his focus. Kelce’s recent on-field struggles, which include uncharacteristic drops and missed plays, have only added fuel to the fire, with some Chiefs supporters targeting Swift as a distraction. The theory gained traction online, with fans suggesting that Kelce’s “new romance” has thrown him off his game.
But Goldberg wasn’t buying into the hype. She was quick to point out the double standard at play, noting that male athletes rarely face the same scrutiny for their relationships. “We don’t sit around and blame Tom Brady’s struggles on who he’s dating. Why do we do this to women? Taylor Swift didn’t throw any interceptions, so stop acting like she’s out there on the field.”
Her words struck a chord with Swift’s massive fan base, known as the “Swifties,” who have been quick to defend their idol from the barrage of criticism. Social media exploded with support for Goldberg’s comments, with many fans applauding her for standing up against the narrative. “Whoopi speaking the truth! Taylor Swift is not responsible for Kelce’s performance, and it’s insane to suggest otherwise,” one fan tweeted.
But Goldberg didn’t stop there. She addressed the wider issue of celebrity relationships being used as scapegoats for unrelated problems, especially when women are involved. “We’ve seen this before, and it’s exhausting,” Goldberg continued. “The moment a successful woman gets involved with a high-profile man, suddenly she’s blamed for anything that goes wrong in his life. We have to stop this.”
Chiefs fans remain divided, with some backing Goldberg’s defense of Swift, while others continue to claim that Kelce’s bad start is linked to the high-profile attention that comes with dating a global superstar. “The guy’s been one of the best in the league for years, but suddenly he’s dating Taylor Swift and now he can’t catch a ball? It’s too coincidental,” one fan commented.
While Kelce has yet to publicly address the speculation, his performance on the field will undoubtedly continue to be scrutinized by fans and analysts alike. However, Goldberg’s strong words serve as a reminder that personal relationships shouldn’t be scapegoated for professional issues — especially when it comes to high-performing athletes like Kelce.
Whether or not the rumors about Swift and Kelce are true, one thing is clear: Whoopi Goldberg isn’t going to sit idly by while Swift takes the blame. Her fiery defense has sparked a wider conversation about how female celebrities are unfairly targeted in public discourse, and her message to Chiefs fans was loud and clear — leave Taylor Swift out of it.
As the NFL season continues, all eyes will be on Travis Kelce to see if he can shake off his early-season struggles and prove that his personal life has no bearing on his performance. But in the meantime, Whoopi Goldberg’s sharp rebuke will undoubtedly resonate with those who are tired of seeing women like Swift unfairly blamed for the actions of others.