Taylor Swift will be watching the Kansas City Chiefs as they face the Philadelphia Eagles, reinforcing her role as a significant presence at Arrowhead Stadium. Known by fans as a good luck charm, the 35-year-old popstar has closely supported the team’s tight end, Travis Kelce, whom she has been dating for two years.
The Chiefs have enjoyed remarkable success in games Swift has attended, winning 19 out of 23 appearances both home and away. While she was present at nearly every game during the 2023/24 <a href="https://www.buzzineintl.com/category/football/nfl/”>NFL season, her attendance last year declined due to her extensive, record-breaking Eras Tour.
Her global concert marathon ended in Vancouver in December 2024, freeing up her schedule this year. Sports Rush reports that Swift plans to attend the highly anticipated Super Bowl rematch to cheer on Kelce as he takes the field once again.
Uncertainty Surrounds Swift’s Presence at Early Games, Focus on Week 2 Showdown
Swift did not attend the Chiefs’ preseason loss to the Arizona Cardinals, a match in which Kelce did not play to avoid injury. Whether she will be at the regular-season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium remains unclear, with confirmation expected closer to game day.
However, Swift is reportedly planning to attend the Week 2 home game against the Eagles. This matchup holds extra significance as it is a rematch of the recent Super Bowl, where Philadelphia defeated Kansas City 40-22 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.
The game will also feature a head-to-head between Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes, adding intensity to the event. Swift is likely to appear at all 17 regular-season games, particularly all home games at Arrowhead Stadium. Even during her demanding schedule last year, she managed to attend nine of ten home games, including two playoff matches.
Patrick Mahomes Seeks Redemption After Challenging Super Bowl Performance
Patrick Mahomes is eager to avoid a repeat of his difficult performance in Super Bowl LIX. During the February championship game, the 29-year-old quarterback was sacked six times and only made three impactful plays.
Mahomes’ key moments included a deep pass setting up the Chiefs’ initial touchdown and a late-game improvised pass to Travis Kelce. These positives followed a pick-six interception that overshadowed much of the game.
Throughout the Super Bowl, Mahomes appeared rattled, facing relentless pressure and struggling to perform his typical pre-snap reads or maintain composure against an aggressive Eagles defensive line. This scenario was reminiscent of the Chiefs’ earlier Super Bowl loss in 2020 to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where Mahomes also faced accuracy issues and made several poor decisions under pressure.
Upcoming Game Details and Broadcast Information
The rematch is scheduled for September 14 with kickoff at 16:25 ET/13:25 PT, hosted at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Missouri. Fans can watch the game live on FOX Sports as the Chiefs aim to turn around their previous Super Bowl outcome.
Significance of Swift’s Support and Future Expectations
Taylor Swift’s continued presence at Chiefs games symbolizes more than just fandom; her attendance appears to bolster the team’s morale and performance. With Swift poised to watch Travis Kelce closely during this pivotal NFL season, particularly throughout home games, her support could play a motivational role in the team’s push for redemption.
The high-profile Week 2 clash against the Eagles not only provides a chance for Kelce and the Chiefs to erase their Super Bowl disappointment but also showcases the growing intertwining of pop culture and professional football through Swift’s involvement. As the season progresses, Swift’s attendance will be watched as keenly as the team’s efforts on the field.