Patrick Mahomes is adding a touch of humor to the conversation about Travis Kelce’s evolving style, suggesting that the Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end’s new hairstyle might be the result of a pop star’s influence. Mahomes, known for his lighthearted demeanor, joked during a SiriusXM NFL Radio town hall that despite his efforts to convince Kelce to grow out his hair, it was Taylor Swift who ultimately succeeded. “I’ve been trying to get him to grow his hair out and all of a sudden Taylor gets him to do it,” Mahomes quipped.
Kelce, 34, who debuted his longer locks and signature mustache at the Chiefs training camp last month, seems to be embracing a fresh look, possibly influenced by his high-profile relationship with Swift. The athlete, who had sported a fade haircut throughout much of the previous year, caught attention not just for his hair but also for the baseball cap he wore during a preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Florida, hinting at yet another change in his appearance.
The bond between Kelce and Swift has been the subject of much public interest since Kelce revealed over a year ago that he attempted to give Swift his phone number during her Eras Tour stop in Kansas City, Missouri. Since then, Swift has been a supportive presence at numerous NFL games, including cheering for Kelce during the Super Bowl, while Kelce has reciprocated by attending several of Swift’s concerts, including a cameo appearance on stage at London’s Wembley Stadium.
Despite their busy schedules, the couple remains committed to making their relationship work. Sources close to them emphasize that both Kelce and Swift prioritize each other and make an effort to be present for one another’s significant moments, ensuring that the long-distance aspect of their relationship doesn’t create a divide.
As Swift wraps up the European leg of her record-breaking Eras Tour with a series of performances at Wembley Stadium, Kelce continues his preseason with the Chiefs, gearing up for the NFL season opener on September 5 against the Baltimore Ravens. Whether or not Kelce’s new look is here to stay, one thing is clear: Taylor Swift’s influence extends beyond the world of music, reaching into the very heart of the NFL.
