Ed Kelce Shares Exclusive Insight on Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s Relationship: ‘They’re Finally a Normal Couple’
After months of navigating the pressures of their high-profile careers and public scrutiny, Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are now settling into a quieter, more normal phase of their relationship, according to Ed Kelce, Travis’ father.
Their romance has captured the attention of both sports and entertainment fans worldwide. However, after a whirlwind year filled with career highs and personal challenges, the couple is taking time to focus on their relationship away from the constant spotlight.
From Super Bowl Victories to Career Setbacks
Kelce and Swift’s relationship has coincided with a remarkable year for both of them.
Kelce kicked off their romance with a Super Bowl victory in February 2024, celebrating a win with the Kansas City Chiefs. However, a year later, he faced disappointment with a tough loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX in February 2025.
Meanwhile, Swift reached new heights in her career, achieving unprecedented success with her record-breaking Eras Tour, cementing her billionaire status and being compared to global icons like Michael Jackson. However, she too experienced a rare setback when her latest album was completely shut out at the 2025 Grammy Awards, a rare moment of personal disappointment.
Despite the challenges they faced individually, the couple now has the opportunity to enjoy more private time together with the NFL offseason and Swift’s break from her touring schedule.
Ed Kelce: “They Finally Have Time Like a Normal Couple”
Speaking about their relationship, Ed Kelce revealed that Travis and Taylor now have the space to enjoy each other’s company without the pressure of constant media attention.
“They’ve had a whirlwind romance,” Ed told Nine News. “They finally have time like a normal couple.” With Swift on a break from her tour and Kelce away from the football field, the couple now has the chance to relax and enjoy their relationship in peace.
“The girl, she’s not doing the heiress turn. He’s not playing football. Just to exhale,” Ed added. He emphasized that their relationship is based on more than just their celebrity status, saying, “Not as though, certainly, the relationship, on either one of their parts, is because of what the other does, all right? Or their notoriety.”
Reports suggest the couple has enjoyed several low-key dates recently, something that seemed impossible just months ago when their relationship first became public.
Andy Reid Defends Swift Against Critics
Despite her strong support for Kelce and the Chiefs, Taylor Swift has faced some criticism from fans and analysts who claim her presence distracts the team. However, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid defended Swift, praising her ability to handle the spotlight and Kelce’s management of their public relationship.
“She’s a good girl,” Reid said during an appearance on Pro Football Talk Live. “She handles that whole thing the right way, that’s a tough deal. But she does a great job of handling it.”
Reid also emphasized that Swift has been fully embraced by the team, just like the wives and girlfriends of other players. “Kelce, I think, does a great job with handling it,” Reid added. “She’s part of the team and like the other girlfriends and wives, they’re part of it. And that’s all part of the process.”
A New Chapter for Travis and Taylor
Now that the NFL offseason is in full swing and Swift’s tour is paused, the couple has time to step away from the chaos and enjoy a more private life. Though they will always be in the public eye, it seems that Travis and Taylor are prioritizing what matters most—each other.