In the 2023 NFL season, Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce’s relationship was a hot topic among fans. However, it seems that Swift’s music was missing from Arrowhead Stadium during the games. The reason behind this was a deliberate decision by the team to give Kelce a break from the media frenzy surrounding their relationship.
At the World Congress of Sports, Chiefs president Mark Donovan revealed that the team’s game operations team had chosen not to play any of Swift’s music during home games. Donovan stated that they wanted to ensure that Kelce did not become overwhelmed by the intense media coverage of their relationship. He added that the team made it clear to Kelce that they would respect his privacy and avoid any intentional distractions.
Despite being in the spotlight, Kelce’s performance on the field did not suffer. During the regular season, he recorded 93 receptions for 984 yards and five touchdowns. Throughout the Chiefs’ playoff run, he caught 32 passes for 355 yards and three touchdowns. It is clear that Kelce remained focused on his game, regardless of the attention surrounding his relationship with Swift.
In conclusion, while Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were constantly in the media spotlight due to their relationship, it seems that Kelce received some respite from all the attention during NFL games. The Chiefs took proactive measures to ensure that their star player did not become overwhelmed by media coverage and maintained a respectful approach towards him throughout his journey with Kansas City Chiefs teammates until Super Bowl LVIII win.