Mahomes Sets the Record Straight on Kelce and Swift Engagement

During a press conference in São Paulo on September 4, Patrick Mahomes took a moment to clarify a detail about his teammate Travis Kelce and pop star Taylor Swift. As the Kansas City Chiefs prepared for their season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers, a Brazilian reporter mistakenly referred to Kelce's relationship with Swift as dating.

“Engaged, engaged,” Mahomes interjected, prompting laughter from the assembled media, including Kelce himself. This light-hearted correction highlighted the couple's recent engagement, which has captured significant public attention.

Kelce and Swift first sparked romance rumors in the summer of 2023 when Kelce revealed on his “New Heights” podcast that he had hoped to give her a bracelet with his number during her Eras Tour concert in Kansas City. Their relationship blossomed shortly before the NFL season commenced, culminating in Kelce's proposal last month.

Reflecting on his relationship, Kelce remarked, “Ever since I’ve been dating Taylor, life has been fun. It’s been exciting. Obviously, a lot more eyes and I accept that, but I’m living life. Living on a high I guess.” This high has included two Super Bowl appearances with Swift cheering him on from the stands, and Kelce even joined her on stage during her London performance.

Since announcing their engagement on Instagram on August 26, Kelce has expressed his gratitude for the outpouring of support. “I appreciate everybody that reached out and sent something and all the posts and all the excitement that’s been going on,” he shared on his podcast episode released September 3. “It’s been really fun telling everybody who I’m going to be spending the rest of my life with.”

Mahomes celebrated the engagement by sharing the announcement on his Instagram Story, adding three heart emojis. His wife, Brittany Mahomes, also chimed in, expressing her happiness for the couple: “Two of the most genuine people meet & fall in love. Just so happy for these two.”

The friendship between the two couples has flourished since Kelce and Swift began dating, with reports of double dates. “We were just having fun and enjoying a dinner just like anyone else would,” Mahomes told The Athletic in August 2024. “That’s what makes it so great. We don’t make it more than what it is; it’s just friendship, fellowship and enjoying everyone’s success.”

The Chiefs are set to face off against the Chargers Friday night at 8 p.m. ET, with streaming available on YouTube and YouTube TV.