Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce shared a memorable post-game moment on the New Heights podcast, where he revealed that girlfriend Taylor Swift texted him a congratulatory message after his first touchdown of the season.
Swift, who was performing the final night of her Eras Tour in New Orleans, watched the game remotely and celebrated Kelce’s success despite being thousands of miles away.
In conversation with his brother, Jason Kelce, Travis described the exchange but kept the message’s contents private, saying he wanted to keep it special between them.
Kelce was also seen greeting fans at Allegiant Stadium, including a fan dressed as Swift in her signature “22” outfit, complete with a blonde wig and heart-shaped sunglasses.
The Chiefs secured a hard-fought 27-20 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, and Kelce’s touchdown was met with immense enthusiasm from fans, many holding Swift-themed signs.
Swift, unable to attend the game due to her concert commitments, subtly referenced Kelce during her performance. During Midnight Rain, she mimicked Kelce’s celebratory bow and lifted three fingers, an homage that Chiefs fans interpreted as a nod to the team’s pursuit of a third consecutive Super Bowl win.
Friends of the couple have shared that Kelce’s steady and protective nature has brought Swift an “incredible sense of peace.” Sources close to Swift say she “feels safer with him than anyone she’s ever known.” As the Chiefs’ season progresses, Kelce and Swift’s bond appears to grow stronger, with both staying committed to supporting each other despite their demanding schedules.