Speculation and curiosity among fans surged recently as eagle-eyed spectators believed they spotted what appeared to be a mark, possibly a “hickey,” on the neck of Kansas City Chiefs’ star Travis Kelce during a recent game. Kelce, known not just for his prowess on the football field but also for his high-profile relationship with pop sensation Taylor Swift, had the alleged mark visible during the Chiefs’ game against the Patriots.
Taylor Swift’s presence at the game alongside her father Scott and friend Brittany Mahomes, added fuel to the speculation. This occurrence comes amidst the ongoing buzz surrounding the celebrity couple, as they’ve been increasingly visible together, with Kelce attending Swift’s concert during his bye week and Swift becoming a regular at Kelce’s Chiefs games.
Taylor Swift fans go wild after noticing apparent ‘hickey’ on Travis Kelce’s neck https://t.co/dAv8SkoLQv pic.twitter.com/3wvXsRXlaH
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Fans, ever watchful, took to social media platforms, notably X (formerly Twitter), to express their observations and theories. Some fans openly speculated whether Swift might have been the cause behind the apparent mark on Kelce’s neck, with one fan suggesting, “Taylor left a hickey on Travis???? Queennnnnn.”
Adding to the conversation, sports TV host Pat McAfee, on his show, humorously commented on the situation, implying a playful dynamic between the couple, suggesting they were “having fun” and “sucking necks.”
Amidst the speculation about the mark, Swift continued to support Kelce, attending the Chiefs’ Christmas Day game at Arrowhead Stadium, witnessing their unfortunate loss against the Raiders. Reports also suggest she plans to be in attendance for the Chiefs’ upcoming game against the Cincinnati Bengals on New Year’s Eve.
In a separate narrative from the alleged mark incident, Kelce faced a moment of frustration during the recent game against the Raiders, expressing visible anger by tossing his helmet and engaging in a heated exchange with coach Andy Reid. Reflecting on his actions afterward, Kelce acknowledged that his reaction was not beneficial for the team and expressed accountability for maintaining composure as a team leader.
The Chiefs’ disappointing performance on Christmas Day resulted in discontent among their fans, as they fell short of securing a victory and the AFC West title for the eighth consecutive year. Kelce, acknowledging his responsibility as a team leader, emphasized the need to regain focus and composure for the benefit of the team.
