The impact of Taylor Swift’s popularity extends beyond the music world and has even reached the training camp of the Kansas City Chiefs.

This unexpected crossover was humorously acknowledged by Chiefs’ tight end, Travis Kelce, during the team’s Friends and Family Day at Sprat Stadium, located at Missouri Western State University.

A viral video surfaced showing a fan meeting Travis Kelce, capturing a heartwarming and humorous exchange.

The fan, filming the encounter, exclaimed, “Dude, you just took my wife’s breath away. Literally, she almost died.” Kelce, quick on his feet, responded with a grin, “Taylor Swift effect.” This interaction highlighted the merging fanbases of the NFL star and the pop icon.

The training camp has seen an influx of fans, not just for the defending champions but also Swifties—dedicated Taylor Swift fans—hoping to catch a glimpse of Kelce. One notable moment involved a young fan wearing a “In my red era” t-shirt, cleverly combining Swift’s iconic eras with the Chiefs’ colors. After practice, Kelce noticed the shirt, and in a spontaneous gesture, threw his glove into the stands. The girl’s relative, Becky Harden, shared the excitement on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “Travis Kelce, you made training camp so fun. Thank you!”

Even the NFL recognized Kelce’s kind act. However, Kelce later clarified that the gesture wasn’t premeditated. “I kind of just threw it in the stands,” he said. “Sometimes fate just happens, and somebody lands a glove that they didn’t know they were going to get.”

Swiftie sightings continued throughout the camp. One fan held a sign saying, “Don’t drop the baby, can I get a picture?”—a playful reference to Kelce’s appearance during Swift’s Eras Tour. On his podcast, Kelce humorously recounted his experience on stage, stressing his internal mantra: “Do not drop Taylor.”

The intersection of Taylor Swift’s fandom with the Kansas City Chiefs highlights the cultural crossover and shared admiration for both Swift and Kelce. As the Chiefs prepare for another promising season, the camaraderie and light-hearted moments at training camp add an extra layer of excitement for fans from both worlds.