Travis Kelce shines with support from Taylor Swift during 2026 NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 12:50 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has been outstanding early in the 2026 season, highlighted by a strong performance against the Indianapolis Colts, resulting in a 33–30 overtime victory. Hall of Famer Michael Irvin attributes Kelce's impressive play and apparent youthful energy to his marriage with Taylor Swift, suggesting her support has positively influenced his performance. Since their wedding on July 3, Swift has been a frequent presence at Chiefs games, which appears to motivate Kelce as he navigates his 14th NFL season. In the game against the Colts, Kelce achieved nine receptions for 101 yards and one touchdown, surpassing Marshall Faulk to become the NFL's all-time leader in yards after the catch.
- •Travis Kelce recorded nine receptions for 101 yards and one touchdown.
- •Kelce surpassed Marshall Faulk for most yards after catch in NFL history.
- •His marriage to Taylor Swift is credited with boosting his performance.
- •Kelce's impressive play is evident in the Chiefs' recent overtime victory.
- 12:50 AMYahoo Sports — ‘You’re Doing a Good Thing’ — Ex NFL WR Credits Taylor Swift for Travis Kelce’s Success Post Lavish Wedding
"Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is delivering some of the best performances of his career just two weeks into the 2026 season. Kelce gave an amazing performance against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, and the organization secured a thrilling 33–30 overtime victory. Hall of Famer Michael Irvin has a theory explaining why Kelce, […] The post ‘You’re Doing a Good Thing’ — Ex NFL WR Credits Taylor Swift for Travis Kelce’s Success Post Lavish Wedding appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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