The Chiefs are in once again! They’ve made it to the conference championship and are just one step away from grabbing those Super Bowl rings for the third year in a row. The team’s feeling all sorts of emotions on Saturday—happy, pumped, and super supportive of each other. Everyone’s got nothing but love and praise for their teammates after that big win. And QB Patrick Mahomes has nothing but praise for his close friend, Travis Kelce. After all, the game was tight, and Kelce was there, showing why he’s always a go-to target for Mahomes, especially in high-pressure situations. On top of that, Taylor Swift was in the stands, full of energy, cheering on her boyfriend, Kelce.
So, we all know that pass from Mahomes in the early fourth quarter, when he was falling to the ground, to Kelce was a game-changer. It not only gave the Chiefs the lead but also set them up for another Super Bowl run. While everyone was in awe of that throw, Patrick Mahomes was all about showing love and support for Kelce. “Big-time players make big-time plays in big-time games. He doesn’t let the moment get bigger than it is. He executes like he does in the regular season, but with a higher intensity,” said the Chiefs QB. This season, Kelce had been the target of many trolls for not performing as he usually does. But with his winning performance, the TE surely silenced some of them.
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes on Kelce’s ability to step up in the playoffs: “Big-time players make big-time plays in big-time games. He doesn’t let the moment get bigger than it is. He executes like he does in the regular season, but with a higher intensity.”
— Charles Goldman (@goldmctNFL) January 19, 2025
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Kelce’s stats in the regular season might not have been as impressive. The 35-year-old ranked 12th in the league with 97 receptions. The TE has racked up 823 yards, with only three TDs to his name. These numbers don’t scream ‘elite,’ but the fact that Kelce’s made it to the conference championship for the third time in a row is all that matters.
Kelce, who caught the game-winning pass in the Divisional round game, was impressive on the gridiron on Saturday. The TE finished with 7 receptions, 117 yards, and 1 touchdown. We’ve seen it time and time again, Kelce has always been a standout player in the playoffs. And who could know it better than QB Patrick Mahomes? “Playoff Trav is a leader, he lives for these moments,” added Mahomes.
As Kelce was killing it on the field, his girlfriend, Taylor Swift, made sure her love and support felt from the stands.
Travis Kelce had his girlfriend Taylor Swift’s big support
“Taylor Swift advances to the AFC Championship.” Yes, that’s what the die-hard Swifties are saying after the Chiefs made it to the conference championship third time in a row. Ever since Taylor and Travis Kelce started dating, the pop star has carved out her special spot in the Chiefs Kingdom. And with these two coming together, their fanbases have joined forces too. The ‘New Romantics‘ songstress, has cheered him from the stands at almost every Chiefs game this season, cheering on her boyfriend.
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While some football fans wish the attention would stay focused on the game. Others, especially Swifties, can’t wait to see her in the stands. Taylor enjoyed Saturday’s game alongside Papa Kelce and Indiana Fever player Caitlin Clark. When Travis scored that touchdown, the pop star’s reaction was priceless. Swift was jumping up and down, screaming, and shaking her head, celebrating like she was ‘shaking it off‘ in true Taylor style. It’s clear that the singer’s all in on supporting her man, and her energy is contagious. So, with the Chiefs making it to the AFC Championship, it’s safe to say Swifties everywhere are feeling pretty good right now.
That kind of support from Taylor Swift must’ve lifted Travis Kelce’s spirits, for sure. You could almost feel the love and energy coming from the stands, and you know it fired him up. With the Chiefs now heading to the conference championship, the excitement is only going to get bigger. You can already imagine the energy in that stadium going through the roof. Especially with the fans, both Chiefs and Swifties, cheering them on. It’s going to be one intense game, and we can’t wait to see how it all plays out.
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