Step aside Patrick and Brittany Mahomes. We’ve got a new power couple in the making and they’re ready to conquer both the stage and the gridiron! In a thrilling showdown at the Kansas City Chiefs’ clash of titans against the Chicago Bears, Taylor Swift answered the call of rumored beau Travis Kelce and witnessed his Arrowhead Stadium performance, just like she did during her Era’s Tour. And boy, did Kelce deliver his promise. Unleashing a gridiron masterpiece, the Chiefs soared to a resounding 41-10 victory.
Even the Chiefs’ iconic QB-TE duo worked in perfect symphony to score one touchdown after another, it’s safe to say Kelce has outshined his best buddy and Chiefs’ QB sensation, Patrick Mahomes. We’re talking more than just on the gridiron.
NFL’s Swiftie era begins at the Arrowhead
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Travis Kelce’s touchdown dances might’ve been in Taylor Swift’s honor, but it was the fans who did some serious end zone celebrations for the Chiefs’ charming tight end. With every touchdown, the Chiefs Nation went gaga for Kelce. Sitting beside Kelce’s mom, Donna Kelce, Taylor Swift must’ve been his good luck charm.
Travis Kelce merchandise has seen a 400% spike on Fanatics since Sunday.
His jersey has overtaken Patrick Mahomes’ on the Chiefs site — and is currently the #2 overall seller in the NFL Shop. pic.twitter.com/WonTMxmUxv
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) September 25, 2023
According to Front Office Reports, Travis Kelce’s merch sales have skyrocketed a whopping 400% after that epic Week 3 clash with the Bears, even outshining the 2x Super Bowl MVP Mahomes. Looks like the NFL’s Swiftie era has just begun. Who can resist her charisma, right? Even Mahomes couldn’t help but give a friendly wave to Swift from the field.
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Rumor has it that Kelce was a bit more reserved during the game than his usual outgoing self. Could it be the Chiefs’ golden boy getting a case of pre-game jitters in front of his lady love? Ah, the Taylor Swift effect strikes again!
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Travis Kelce (Taylor’s version)
However, Kelce and Swift’s night was far from over! The dynamic duo was spotted leaving Arrowhead hand in hand, driving off into the night in Kelce’s sleek convertible getaway car. Looks like the Taylor Swift effect isn’t limited to just the gridiron; it’s got the whole Chiefs squad under its spell.
In a post-game interview, even Patrick Mahomes couldn’t contain his excitement over Swift’s talent and expressed his hope of meeting her someday. Speaking of Mahomes, what’s the playbook for Brittany Mahomes now? The former soccer star has been the undisputed ‘WAG’ queen bee, but with Swift’s arrival at Arrowhead, the spotlight is squarely on Taylor. Are we in for a showdown between Swift and Mahomes, or will they team up and give their partners a run for their money, creating one of the most iconic ‘WAG’ duos the world has ever seen?
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