Taylor Swift is worried about the rumors surrounding the possible retirement of her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, from the NFL. Now that the Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end has decided to play for another year, speculation has grown about what made him hesitate.
This is where the name of his girlfriend, Taylor Swift, entered the spotlight. Apparently, it was also a stressful time for her as the Chiefs’ star decided his future in professional football.
Many of Kelce’s fans accused Swift of pushing him to leave the NFL. This deeply concerned the “Fortnight” singer. In fact, according to Radar Online, the pop star was “gripped by fear” over Kelce’s decision.
Kelce’s decision and its impact on their relationship
Beyond worrying about her boyfriend’s future, Swift also considered how his choice could have “major ramifications” for their relationship. However, this was not an issue for Travis Kelce, who remained firm in his decision to continue playing in the NFL. He even stated that Swift had no influence on his choice and that she never pressured him. Ultimately, it was his decision alone.
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Swift’s concerns date back to the Super Bowl, where she was booed by the crowd—an incident that, according to Radar Online, affected her self-esteem.
“Travis says it was just rival fans being idiots, but you can’t blame her for feeling upset. It’s natural for her to worry about being the scapegoat if he retires,” the outlet reported.
Had Travis Kelce chosen to retire, Swift would likely have been blamed for it. However, much to the relief of Chiefs fans, that didn’t happen.
Now, Kelce has one more year under contract, but if he decides to leave next season, the couple will likely face the same accusations again. It seems Swift can’t escape these rumors.
