It’s no secret that Taylor Swift might just be the biggest reason for the Chiefs. Well, you see, apart from donning the #87 shirt and being there in the stands for Travis Kelce, she has brought those dubs with her to KC.

Since her debut appearance at Arrowhead Stadium in week 3 of the 2023 season, she’s become a near-constant presence at Kansas City Chiefs home games. And let’s be real—her track record as a good luck charm is hard to ignore. The Chiefs are 18-3 when Swift is in the stands, including a spotless 8-0 this season. Coincidence? Maybe.

But in the NFL, fans love a narrative, and this one’s got all the makings of a primetime story.

So, will she be at the all-important title clash against the Bills? The good thing is that it’s at the Arrowhead because she has not hit the road with the team yet this season. So, there’s no reason for her to not be present. With the Chiefs at home, the odds are high, and fans will hope her magic continues. But what magic are we talking about here? Well, we’ll let you in on a secret. (Yes, this one will get your bones tingling).

Knowing that TS is in the stands for him, Trav feels secure. OMG! A security for one of the best security blankets in the league’s history (you don’t even have to ask Patrick Mahomes that). Sign us up. And those are not just words. Here are the numbers: Kelce has averaged 6.8 catches and 61 receiving yards per game, putting up standout performances like a 14-catch, 100-yard game against the Bucs.

And who could forget his playoff showing against the Texans, where he notched 117 yards and a touchdown? Those numbers are the football equivalent of a chart-topping single. Kelce shines brighter when she’s in the crowd, and the team seems to feed off that energy, too.

Without Swift, Kelce’s numbers dip a bit. In nine games she missed, Kelce’s averages dropped to 5.6 catches and 50.2 yards per game. Sure, those are still solid stats for a TE. I mean, yes, this is a stretched-out narrative. OK. Even the Chiefs are still a formidable 8-1 in those games without Tay-Tay. But it’s the Kelce-Swift combo, man. It does add that little extra juice.

Maybe it’s the psychology of having a megastar rooting for you. Or perhaps it’s the way the crowd (the Swifties, more so) goes wild when Swift enters the stadium. Either way, it is something as far as the numbers are concerned. And maybe, this could be a reason for Trav to play for some time more.

Travis Kelce’s retirement plans…are still up in the air

Travis Kelce is at a crossroads. There’s no doubt about that. With three Super Bowl rings, a Hall of Fame-worthy resume, and a career that screams GOAT contender, retirement whispers are starting to creep in. Only thing missing, a 3-peat? Just to rubber-stamp his greatness. But if you’re wondering whether he’s ready to call it quits, even Kelce doesn’t have a clear answer.

“It changes every single day,” he admitted, laser-focused on chasing a historic three-peat with the Chiefs. Who’s got time to think about retirement when you’re trying to make history?

Trav’s stats from 2024 weren’t his flashiest—97 receptions, 823 yards, and three touchdowns, marking career lows since his rookie year. But don’t get it twisted: his value goes beyond numbers. “I’m not having that extreme success on the field individually,” Kelce shared. Still, he’s not hanging up the cleats yet. “I love this thing, and I’ll probably tell myself to come back next year.”

Despite the grind, Kelce insists he’s still in love with the game. “Does it get hard? Yeah. But I’m doing it for the greatness, the legacy.” That’s not just locker-room talk—it’s a mindset.

And if you’re wondering whether Taylor Swift is nudging him toward a less violent lifestyle, think again. Kelce revealed, “She’s fully encouraging me to enjoy playing this game.” Well, she’s also liking/enjoying adding her flair (in whatever way possible) during the Arrowhead games.

As the Chiefs gear up for another shot at glory, one thing’s clear: retirement can wait. For now, No. 87 is all in—focused, hungry, and ready to help KC make history.