Just In: The Unlikely Pair: How Taylor Swift Stole Travis Kelce’s Heart in 2025

As of 2025, with the Chiefs chasing another Super Bowl and Travis Kelce showing no signs of slowing down, fans are curious: where does his relationship with Taylor Swift rank on his priority list? Spoiler alert: it’s pretty darn high-Taylor’s No. 1 in his life, and he’s not shy about it!

Kelce and Swift’s love story has been a whirlwind since it went public in 2023. From her cheering at Arrowhead Stadium to Kelce jetting off to her Eras Tour stops, these two are all in. On The Stephen A. Smith Show back in January, Kelce gushed, “She’s fully encouraging me to enjoy playing this game. She loves coming to Arrowhead and cheering for me.” That’s not just casual support-that’s a sign she’s top-tier in his world. Even after the Chiefs’ Super Bowl LIX loss to the Eagles, Swift was there, a constant presence lifting his spirits.

So, where does she fit among football, family, and fame? Insiders say it’s neck-and-neck with his Chiefs career. A source close to Kelce told PEOPLE in early 2025, “Taylor’s his No. 1 off the field. Football’s his job, but she’s his heart.”

On New Heights, his podcast with brother Jason, Travis has dropped hints too, joking, “Gotta keep the No. 1 lady happy-she’s got my back!” Sure, football’s his bread and butter-12 seasons, three Super Bowl rings, and an $11.5 million bonus due March 15-but Swift’s climbed the ranks fast.

X posts back this up, with fans noting Kelce’s post-game grins whenever Swift’s around. One viral clip from a February 27, Chiefs practice showed him waving to her in the stands, proving she’s more than a sideline cheerleader-she’s his MVP. Even Chiefs GM Brett Veach chimed in at the NFL Scouting Combine, saying, “Travis is fired up for football and life.” Translation? Swift’s fueling that fire.

Balancing a relationship with an NFL grind isn’t easy, but Kelce’s making it look smooth. Taylor’s No. 1 in his life-not above football, but right there with it, a priority he cherishes. Whether it’s playoff runs or tour dates, these two are proving love and ambition can coexist.