Patrick Mahomes Calls Meeting Taylor Swift One of His Favorite Chiefs Perks

The quarterback says bonding with the pop star and being part of her inner circle with teammate Travis Kelce has been a highlight of his NFL career.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 1:18am

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An abstract close-up photograph of shimmering gold and silver sequins, capturing the high-fashion glamour and energy of the entertainment industry.The glitz and star power of the entertainment world collides with the passion of professional sports as Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs embrace their connection to pop icon Taylor Swift.Kansas City Today

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has had many career highlights, but he says one of his most memorable moments was meeting and forming a bond with pop superstar Taylor Swift. Mahomes, who is close friends with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, has become part of Swift's inner circle since she started dating Kelce in 2023. Mahomes gushed about getting to meet Swift and experience the energy of Arrowhead Stadium as some of his favorite parts of playing for the Chiefs.

Why it matters

Mahomes' comments highlight the unique intersection of the worlds of sports and entertainment, as high-profile athletes and musicians have formed close personal relationships. Swift's growing connection to the Chiefs organization has also led to unique fan engagement, such as the addition of drinks inspired by her and Mahomes' wife Brittany to the menu at the teammates' restaurant.

The details

In an interview at a local event, Mahomes, 30, said that playing at Arrowhead Stadium in front of the passionate Chiefs Kingdom fans was one of his top career highlights. He also noted that getting to meet Taylor Swift, 36, who has become close with the team since dating Mahomes' teammate Travis Kelce, was 'pretty cool too.' Since Swift and Kelce began dating in 2023, the pop star has grown close to Mahomes, his wife Brittany, and other Chiefs players and their partners. Mahomes has praised Swift as 'good people' and 'top-tier at her profession,' while the group has enjoyed numerous double dates together.

  • In September 2023, Swift made her debut at a Chiefs game at Arrowhead Stadium.
  • In August 2025, Swift and Kelce announced their engagement.

The players

Patrick Mahomes

The 30-year-old quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs, who has formed a close bond with pop star Taylor Swift through her relationship with his teammate Travis Kelce.

Taylor Swift

The 36-year-old pop superstar who has grown close to the Kansas City Chiefs organization since beginning to date Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce in 2023.

Travis Kelce

The Chiefs tight end who has been dating Taylor Swift since 2023 and is close friends with his teammate Patrick Mahomes.

Brittany Mahomes

The wife of Patrick Mahomes, who has also become friends with Taylor Swift through the couples' close relationship.

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What they’re saying

“'It would be to play at Arrowhead Stadium and just have all the fans and Chiefs Kingdom out there. That's a lot of fun.'”

— Patrick Mahomes, Quarterback, Kansas City Chiefs

“'I got to meet Taylor Swift, that was pretty cool too.'”

— Patrick Mahomes, Quarterback, Kansas City Chiefs

“'[She's] good people. But like Trav said, man, I'm going to let them have their privacy and just keep it moving.'”

— Patrick Mahomes, Quarterback, Kansas City Chiefs

The takeaway

Mahomes' comments highlight the unique intersection of the sports and entertainment worlds, as high-profile athletes like himself have formed close personal relationships with music superstars like Taylor Swift. This connection has led to unique fan engagement opportunities and a deeper sense of community between the Chiefs organization and its passionate fanbase.