Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs star tight end, recently made waves at a panel discussion with his teammates, where his playful admission about his girlfriend,

pop superstar Taylor Swift, had fans buzzing.

The event, held in anticipation of the Chiefs’ new season kick-off on September 5, featured Kelce alongside teammates Patrick Mahomes, Harrison Butker,

Nick Bolton, Justin Reid, and Chris Jones, with play-by-play announcer Mitch Holthus leading the conversation.

During the lively discussion, Kelce took a moment to express his appreciation for Holthus, saying, “We love you,” on behalf of his teammates. Seizing the opportunity for some light-hearted fun, Holthus shot back with a cheeky question, asking Kelce if he loved him “more than Taylor.” The room erupted in laughter as Kelce paused thoughtfully before quipping, “Maybe not.” The audience’s response was immediate, with laughter filling the room and fans taking to social media to share their delight.

Swifties and Chiefs fans alike flooded social media platforms with praise for Kelce’s sweet and humorous response. One fan on X (formerly known as Twitter) commented, “genuinely makes me so happy every time he talks about her,” while another joked, “Kelce has his priorities straight.” It’s clear that the couple’s relationship has struck a chord with fans, who are always eager for any tidbit of their romance.

This endearing moment at the panel comes hot on the heels of the release of the third season of Travis and Jason Kelce’s podcast, where Travis was joined by actor Adam Sandler. During the episode, Sandler couldn’t help but gush over Swift, saying, “By the way, what a girl. What a girl.” Travis, ever the proud boyfriend, responded enthusiastically, “You know it. You know it. Best performer out here.”

Sandler continued to share how much Swift means to his own family, revealing, “Dude, she means so much to our house. Like, anytime Taylor’s laughing with you, my whole f—ing family is like high-fiving.” Kelce, clearly flattered by Sandler’s words, playfully admitted, “You got me sweating over here,” showcasing his lighthearted demeanor and genuine affection for Swift.

As the NFL season prepares to kick off with the Chiefs facing the Baltimore Ravens on September 5, fans are excited not just for the football action but also to see more of the dynamic between Kelce and Swift. With every public appearance, Travis continues to charm fans, both on and off the field, proving that his love for Swift is as strong as his game.

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