Tight end Travis Kelce performs gesture in honour of Taylor Swift in NFL play-offs

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce performs the gesture in honour of Taylor Swift in NFL play-offs – Al Bello/Getty Images

Travis Kelce performed Taylor Swift’s signature “heart hands” gesture in honour of his girlfriend after scoring a touchdown in the NFL play-offs.

Swift has frequently performed the signal during her Eras tour and the star’s fans were quick to pick up on Kelce’s tribute during the Kansas City Chiefs’ 27-24 win at the Buffalo Bills on Sunday.

After his touchdown in the second quarter, the tight end, 34, formed a heart with his hands in the direction of the singer, who was watching the game alongside Kelce’s family and her friend, the model Cara Delevingne, from a suite at Highmark Stadium in New York.

Taylor Swift Swift has performed the 'heart hands signal during her Eras tour

Taylor Swift Swift has performed the ‘heart hands signal during her Eras tour – George Walker IV/AP Photo

“Travis just did the heart hands after his touchdown … I’m crying,” wrote one fan on X, formerly known as Twitter.

Another said: “This is my favourite rom-com.” On Instagram, one user posted an image of the celebration and described the couple as “Miss Americana and the Football Prince”.

Swift, 34, was seen cheering during Kelce’s big moment. But her celebrations were muted compared to those displayed by the American football star’s older brother and Philadelphia Eagles player Jason, who was so excited by his sibling’s success that he defied the freezing temperatures and removed his shirt.

A shirtless Jason Kelce celebrates his brother’s touchdown

A shirtless Jason Kelce celebrates his brother’s touchdown – Mark J Rebilas/USA TODAY Sports
Kelce has become one of the most recognisable NFL players in America since he began dating Swift last summer. The singer has been a regular attendee at his games this season.

Kelce’s form has dipped this year compared to previous campaigns, but he was nominated in the Athlete of the Year category – alongside sports stars such as LeBron James, Coco Gauff and Lionel Messi – of the People’s Choice awards.

Given the honours are decided by public vote, Swift’s followers could swing the result in her boyfriend’s favour.

However, when asked about the nomination on his podcast, Kelce described it as “f—— nonsense”.

The Chiefs’ victory puts them only one win away from the Super Bowl. They travel to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday for the AFC Championship game.

The NFL star shared a suite (and had lots of fun) with Taylor Swift and his wife Kylie Kelce as his younger brother Travis helped lead the Chiefs to victory

<p>Kathryn Riley/Getty Images</p> Jason Kelce

Kathryn Riley/Getty Images

Jason Kelce
Jason Kelce went all out cheering on his little brother Travis Kelce at the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills game on Sunday.

Just a week after Jason’s Philadelphia Eagles were eliminated from the NFL playoffs, the loyal sibling stepped into a suite to root for the boys in red alongside his wife Kylie Kelce and Travis’ girlfriend Taylor Swift. As the Chiefs’ score went up, Jason stripped down, taking off his T-shirt to match the crowd’s high energy.

See how Travis’ supportive brother brought big team spirit to Highmark Stadium as the Chiefs secured themselves a spot in next weekend’s NFL Conference Championships.

Taking It Off

<p>Kathryn Riley/Getty Images</p> Jason Kelce

Kathryn Riley/Getty Images

Jason Kelce
Jason bared all after Travis scored his first touchdown of the game during the second quarter. The Chiefs later nabbed the win against the Buffalo Bills, coming out with a final score of 27-24.

Big Energy

Jason held nothing back when it came to cheering on his little brother on Sunday night.

Into the Crowd

<p>Kathryn Riley/Getty Images</p> Jason Kelce

Kathryn Riley/Getty Images

Jason Kelce
After taking off his T-shirt, the spirited supporter — whose parents Ed and Donna Kelce stood behind him in the suite — leapt into the crowd of booing Bills fans.

Jumping for Joy

Before returning back to the warmth of his suite, Jason was sure to chug his drink.

Big Yeti and Big Brother

Before he went topless, Jason wore a “Big Yeti” T-shirt as a reference to one of Travis’ nicknames. During an episode of their podcast New Heights, the Kelce brothers explained that the moniker is inspired by Travis’ appearance during “shirts and skins” pickup basketball games.

“I had the big beard, I had the long hair, I had the chest hair, back hair, arm hair, leg hair,” Travis said during a podcast recording in 2022. “Just a big old yeti out there.”

Related: Travis Kelce Does Taylor Swift’s Signature Heart Hands After Scoring Touchdown as His Brother Strips Off Shirt

Showing Support

Once in the suite — but before his shirt went M.I.A. — the center was seen chatting with Swift.

Pre-Game Hype

Even though Jason was rooting for the other side, he joined a few Buffalo Bills fans for their infamous tailgate outside of the stadium. He got into the spirit by impressively chugging a beverage out of a bowling ball.

For the Love of the Game

<p>Kathryn Riley/Getty Images</p> Jason Kelce

Kathryn Riley/Getty Images

Jason Kelce
As Travis’ team gets closer to securing a place in the 2024 Super Bowl, Jason’s player status for next season remains up in the air. It’s still not clear whether or not the Eagles center will retire.

Fan Behavior

<p>Kathryn Riley/Getty Images</p> Brittany Mahomes, Jason Kelce and Taylor Swift

Kathryn Riley/Getty Images

Brittany Mahomes, Jason Kelce and Taylor Swift
For now, he’s shared his plan to continue cheering on Travis and the Chiefs. After the Eagles lost, Jason spoke to a reporter about his post-season outlook.

“I don’t know, that’s one of the beautiful things about the off-season, it’s unscheduled,” he said. “So, you know, obviously my brother’s still in the playoffs. I don’t get to watch him play very often, maybe I’ll get an opportunity to go watch one of those games this week.”

Related: Taylor Swift and Kylie Kelce, Travis Kelce’s Sister-in-Law, Spotted Laughing Together in Suite at Chiefs-Bills Playoff

Quality Time

<p> Al Bello/Getty</p> Taylor Swift and Jason Kelce

Al Bello/Getty

Taylor Swift and Jason Kelce
As the NFL season winds down with two more exciting face-offs, Jason and his wife will also get to spend quality time with Travis’ girlfriend. This Sunday marked the first time fans saw Kylie Kelce and Taylor Swift at a football game together.

High Fives All Around

At one exciting point in the game, Swift turned around to give Jason — who was sitting right behind her in the suite — a high-five before giving a round of applause.

Notes from Home

Jason’s enthusiasm got a big reaction from fans — including his daughter Elliotte, whose comment “Dad’s boobs are showing” made it back to him in the suite.

Fan Service

Jason also made the most of his shirtless time in the stands by boosting a young fan up to show her sign to Swift. Cold body, warm heart!

Sign Selfie

Along with giving a young fan a boost on his shoulders to get a closer look at the pop star, he also posed with a group of fans from the suite as one showed off her sign for Swift.

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