Jason Kelce Reacts to Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce’s Engagement

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Jason Kelce is feeling so high school.

It’s not surprising given that Jason Kelce, a previous center for the Philadelphia Eagles, is currently celebrating the engagement of his brother Travis Kelce, who is now engaged to Taylor Swift.

Apart from showing appreciation on the August 27th episode of their “New Heights” podcast, Jason made sure to give them a special mention as well.

A significant announcement has surfaced, he declared. We had recorded this podcast on Monday, when Travis was off work, so he can’t respond directly, but we thought it appropriate for our team on New Heights to come together and extend warm congratulations to Travis and Taylor, as they are now engaged. The proposal that made headlines worldwide, absolutely fantastic news!”

I’ve removed any inappropriate language to make it more suitable for a wider audience.

On August 26th, Taylor and Travis, who are both 35 years old, announced their joyful news by saying, “Our school teachers, the one from English class and the one from the gym, are tying the knot.

The tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs and the renowned singer of “Love Story” shared pictures from their proposal, depicting Travis on bended knee amidst a lush garden of pink and white blossoms, along with an image capturing Taylor’s beautiful engagement ring.

The couple’s engagement occurred about two years after dating speculations arose, just prior to Taylor getting acquainted with Jason (age 37) and his wife Kylie (age 33), at the AFC Championship game in January 2024 when the Chiefs competed against the Buffalo Bills. Taylor has since disclosed that this encounter is something she will always remember vividly.

On the New Heights podcast in August, Taylor recounted an early encounter where he told Kylie, “I had been drinking beers with the Bills Mafia and was eager to leap through one of the flaming fire pits. I wanted to jump onto a flaming table.” However, Kylie responded, “Let’s not do that just yet.

She added, “Since then, I’ve heard her say that exact thing to your 4-year-old.”

Jason jokingly admitted, “That’s a common phrase.”

Yet, despite the contentious encounter, Taylor found herself overflowing with praise for the couple, who are blessed with five daughters: Wyatt, age 5, Elliotte, aged 4, Bennett, at 2 years old, and the youngest, Finnley, who is just four months old.

She gushed, ‘Just as I expected, Kylie and you are both exactly as remarkable, intelligent, and stylish. There’s no denying your greatness!'”

This paraphrased version keeps the original sentiment while using simpler, more natural language.

It’s mutual admiration, for Jason notices a noticeable transformation in his younger brother since he began dating Taylor.

The 37-year-old admitted on the Fitz & Whit podcast in February that they found it astonishing, to be frank. One aspect they adore about Travis is his perpetual youthfulness – almost like Peter Pan and the Lost Boys, he never grew up.

He remarked, “Sometimes, people enter your life who bring out the best in you. And that’s actually a positive aspect.

In my perspective as a lifestyle expert, I’d say, “I can see Trav maturing, but his infectious youthful energy remains. I believe this exuberance is an inherent part of who he is and will continue to be throughout his journey.

For a look back at Taylor and Travis’ epic love story, keep reading.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s romance blossomed in July 2023, as Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour came to Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri.

As an ardent fan of Taylor Swift, the tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs was eager to attend her concert and present her with a friendship bracelet bearing his number. Unfortunately, his attempt to throw the bracelet was hindered by her pre-performance routines.

Travis explained during the July 26th episode of his New Heights podcast that he felt let down because she doesn’t chat before or after her performances, as she needs to conserve her voice for the 44 songs she sings. Essentially, he was bummed out because he didn’t get the chance to give her one of the handmade bracelets he created for her.

Following his on-stage blunder, which Travis himself would later label as “extremely awkward,” Travis courageously extended an invitation to the Grammy winner, asking him to attend the Chiefs’ game at Arrowhead Stadium with him.

He expressed on The Pat McAfee Show that he had made an invitation, essentially saying “I’ve tossed it over, I’ve pitched the ball to her”; he told her, “‘I’ve witnessed you light up the stage at Arrowhead. It might be your turn to come and see me do the same, so we can see who’s more electrifying.’ So, we’ll observe what unfolds in the coming days.

During their initial meeting, Travis sported a mustache that he had grown earlier in August, specifically at the training camp.

Reflecting on that period later, he remarked, “For a short while, his mustache and the number 87 jersey became quite iconic. And interestingly enough, I wore it during our initial meeting with Taylor.

According to a reliable source familiar with the matter, by early September, Travis and Taylor had been exchanging occasional texts and conversations.

“It’s been very low-key,” the insider explained, “as he’s been in season.”

Upon accepting Travis’ invitation, Taylor joined Donna Kelce, the athlete’s mom, at Arrowhead Stadium to watch him play with the Chiefs against the Chicago Bears. Following the game, photos emerged of Taylor and Travis engaging in public displays of affection (PDA) at a nearby bar.

Initially, stories suggested they met face-to-face for the first time, but the “Karma” singer revealed later that they had actually spent quite a bit of time communicating and becoming acquainted prior to their encounter.

As Taylor noted, “We would never be psychotic enough to hard launch a first date.” 

To show signs of a warming bond, Taylor invited her group of friends such as Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, Sophie Turner, Hugh Jackman, Sabrina Carpenter, and Antoni Porowski to the Chiefs game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

A notable development suggesting that Travis might be “The 1” is the growing friendship between Taylor and Brittany Mahomes, who is married to Travis’ close friend and teammate Patrick Mahomes, both on and off the football field.

The romantic duo unexpectedly showed up on the October 14th episode of Saturday Night Live, which was broadcast on TV. Furthermore, their New York City visit encompassed attending the after-party for NBC’s sketch comedy series and enjoying a dinner date at the Waverly Inn.

During his free week, Travis decided to journey to Argentina for the South American part of Taylor’s Eras Tour. Not only did the NFL player develop a connection with Scott Swift, Taylor’s father, at the November 11th concert in Buenos Aires, but he was also recognized from the stage with a special mention.

“Karma is that guy on the Chiefs,” Taylor sang, “coming straight home to me.”

Following the performance, the artist associated with “Midnights” was spotted rushing towards Travis backstage and enthusiastically kissing him with great affection.

Taylor addressed the lavender craze surrounding her appearances at Travis’ games.

In simpler terms, she shared with Time magazine that they were attending a gathering where he was doing something he enjoyed. She emphasized mutual support among the group, and mentioned that there were other people present. The opposite scenario she referred to is when great lengths are taken to ensure privacy about being together with someone.

 

The popular music star made Travis’ December 17 game a special gathering for the family, as she accompanied her partner with her father in the audience cheering him on.

Taylor and Travis celebrated their first New Year’s Eve together. They shared a romantic kiss as the clock struck twelve on January 1.

Maintaining the connection with Travis’ kin, Taylor spent time with his brother, Jason Kelce, and his sister-in-law, Kylie Kelce, during the Chiefs’ match against the Buffalo Bills.

Taylor linked up with Travis on the football field as the Chiefs clinched the AFC Championship, a triumph ensuring their participation in the 2024 Super Bowl. Sharing a joyous embrace, they expressed their love for each other by saying “I love you.

“Tay, I’m gonna enjoy with the guys,” he told her. “I love you—so much it’s not funny.”

 
 

Following Travis’ impressive leadership, resulting in a Kansas City Chiefs victory on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, the triumphant pair shared a passionate kiss on the field.

On February 12, Taylor shared playful videos of Travis on social media, jokingly noting their post-Super Bowl outing where they took his parents clubbing together.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d rephrase it as follows:

In my recent Instagram post, I had the extraordinary opportunity to share a selfie backstage at Wembley Stadium during Taylor Swift’s Eras tour, where I found myself alongside Travis and none other than Prince William and his remarkable family – Prince George and Princess Charlotte, the eldest children of Kate Middleton. What an unforgettable moment it was!

At the seventh stop on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in iconic London’s Wembley Stadium, I found myself not just as an audience member but also as a surprise guest performer alongside my beloved partner. As the lights dimmed and the crowd roared, I stepped onto that stage during her breathtaking rendition of “I Can Do It With a Broken Heart,” creating unforgettable moments together under the spotlight.

As an over-the-moon fan, I was thrilled to tag along with the one and only Travis during the kickoff of the 2024-25 NFL season for the Chiefs – a moment I’d been eagerly anticipating! It seemed like Taylor decided to relive a sweet public display of affection (PDA) from October 2023, as captured by Chariah Gordon in this photo. She and her boyfriend, Mecole Hardman, wide receiver for the Chiefs, were also present in the snapshot.

The duo were present at the nuptials of model Karen Elson, who tied the knot with Lee Foster, the proprietor of Electric Lady Studios, in the city of New York.

The next day, the pair attended the men’s singles final match at the U.S. Open.

The two stepped out for a double dinner date with Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds in NYC.

Over the New Year’s weekend in 2024, the couple enjoyed two consecutive dates in New York City, coordinating their outfits each time.

During the NFL’s off-season, the duo spent some quality time together on a snowy getaway to Montana, accompanied by popular sports broadcaster Erin Andrews.

In July 2025, Travis shared the first photos with Taylor on Instagram, among which was a sweet image of them dining together – a hint being given through the pictures on their phone lock screens that displayed each other’s faces.

Taylor, an ardent enthusiast of New Heights, appeared on Travis and Jason’s podcast for the first time in a special episode lasting nearly two hours on August 13. During the conversation, she shared intimate details about her life, both within and beyond the limelight. Moreover, she announced that her 12th studio album titled “The Life of a Showgirl” is scheduled to release on October 3.

Over two years since Travis made his renowned podcast mention, Travis and Taylor have officially announced their engagement. In a playful nod to her song “So High School,” they humorously captioned the August 26th Instagram post with their engagement photos as, “The school teacher and the gym teacher are tying the knot.

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