Travis Kelce Celebrates Engagement to Taylor Swift, Eyes NFL Brazil Game
SÃO PAULO, Brazil – Kansas city Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce confirmed his engagement to pop superstar Taylor Swift on Friday, adding to a whirlwind week that includes the NFLS first game in São Paulo, Brazil. Kelce, speaking at a press conference ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, playfully acknowledged the milestone while expressing excitement for the international game.
“I got one more ring now,” Kelce said, referencing both the Super Bowl ring he won with the Chiefs and his new engagement ring. The couple publicly announced their engagement last week and were later seen together at a college football game between Nebraska and Cincinnati at Arrowhead Stadium,where the 35-year-old Kelce previously played for the Bearcats.
the Chiefs’ arrival in Brazil has been met with enthusiastic support from local fans, a detail noted by both Kelce and head coach Andy Reid. “We are trying to take this game worldwide,” Kelce stated. “We have a good following here. That matters, too.” Reid echoed this sentiment, adding that the Chiefs and Chargers “feel privileged to be an ambassador of sorts” for the sport in Brazil, which is hosting its second NFL game. He described the fan reception at the airport as “unbelievable,” with supporters “all decked out in red and yellow.”
Kelce also expressed enthusiasm for playing despite the lengthy 12-hour flight. “Ah, man, it was crazy. It was a lot of fun seeing all the fans there,” he said, playfully imitating quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ voice during the news conference, referencing a joke about Kelce’s geographical knowledge.
Beyond the excitement surrounding the engagement and international game, Reid announced that offensive tackle Josh Simmons, drafted No. 32 overall this year, will make his NFL debut Friday after recovering from an injury. “It is a tough deal, but he’s worked very hard at solidifying that position and making sure he has an prospect to play,” Reid said.
