In a surprising turn of events blending pop culture and the NFL, Whoopi Goldberg, co-host of *The View*, had a fiery message for Kansas City Chiefs fans pointing fingers at Taylor Swift for Travis Kelce’s recent struggles on the field. As rumors of a romance between the pop icon and the star tight end circulate, Goldberg didn’t hold back when addressing those blaming Swift for Kelce’s slower-than-usual start to the season.
During a segment on *The View* discussing Kelce’s performance, co-hosts debated whether the constant media attention on Kelce and Swift’s rumored relationship could be affecting his focus on the field. But Goldberg had a more straightforward, no-nonsense take.
When the conversation shifted to the Chiefs’ fans blaming Swift for Kelce’s underwhelming stats, Goldberg interrupted with a brash two-word response: “Grow up.”
Goldberg expressed frustration with what she called the “ridiculous” criticism of Swift. “We’re talking about a professional athlete who’s been in the game for years. If people are seriously thinking his performance is tanking because he’s dating someone or hanging out with a pop star, they need to grow up.”
The relationship between Kelce and Swift has been a hot topic in both sports and entertainment news for weeks. Swift has been spotted at a few Chiefs games, which has sparked endless speculation about their connection. While neither Kelce nor Swift has publicly confirmed their relationship, the pop star’s presence at games has caused a media frenzy, with cameras focusing on her every move.
Fans and pundits alike have been divided. Some believe the attention has thrown Kelce off his game, while others say it’s nothing more than a coincidence that he’s had a slower-than-usual start to the season.
Kelce, who’s usually a top performer for the Chiefs, has yet to reach the same statistical heights as previous years, leading some fans to unfairly point fingers at Swift’s involvement in his personal life. But Goldberg’s blunt assessment hit home for many who feel the criticisms are misplaced.
“It’s football, people!” Goldberg exclaimed. “Relationships aren’t new. Athletes have been dating celebrities for years without this kind of nonsense. Travis Kelce is a grown man, and Taylor Swift is doing her thing. Let them live their lives.”
Goldberg’s co-hosts agreed that the focus should remain on Kelce’s football performance rather than his personal life. They pointed out that the Chiefs are still early in the season, and it’s likely Kelce will find his groove as the games progress.
Fans of both Swift and Kelce have taken to social media to share their thoughts, with many echoing Goldberg’s sentiment. “Taylor isn’t out there running routes,” one fan tweeted, “let’s stop acting like she’s the reason Kelce dropped a pass.”
As the Chiefs look to bounce back and find their rhythm, it seems the debate over Kelce and Swift’s impact will continue. But if Whoopi Goldberg has her way, the finger-pointing needs to stop, and fans should focus on the game itself, not the rumored romance off the field.
