Jared Goff addressed Taylor Swift's surprising reference to him during her groundbreaking 'New Heights' performance on the internet
In the world of music and sports, two unlikely stars have collided, shining a bright light on NFL players Jared Goff and Travis Kelce. The catalyst for this newfound attention? None other than pop sensation Taylor Swift.
Swift, who admittedly was not very familiar with football until she got together with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, has been making waves in the football community since attending her first Chiefs game in September 2023. Since then, she has been a dedicated supporter, cheering on Kansas City at home and on the road for the past two seasons.
Recently, Swift made an appearance on the "New Heights" podcast, co-hosted by retired Eagles legend Jason Kelce and his younger brother. During the podcast, she mentioned both Goff and Kelce, causing a stir in the football world.
Jared Goff, the Rams' quarterback, went through "a crazy couple hours" after Swift's mention, with his phone ringing off the hook. The pop star's influence seems to boost player visibility and fan engagement rather than their technical football expertise.
Swift humorously described her initial naive view of football, picturing quarterbacks like Goff and Josh Allen simply "going at each other" after the whistle, showing that her football knowledge was limited before dating Kelce. However, she has since developed a newfound obsession with the sport.
Swift expressed great respect for NFL players and the pressure they face in the sport. She even called out male sports fans for complaining about her receiving too much TV time during Chiefs games.
Kelce, now entering his 13th season with the Chiefs, will travel to Brazil for the team's season opener against the Chargers on Sept. 5. The Chiefs will host the Lions and Jared Goff on "Sunday Night Football" on Oct. 12.
Interestingly, Swift's mentions have not directly impacted the players' football knowledge. Instead, they have heightened media attention and fan interaction around these players. Swift's discussion on the "New Heights" podcast mainly reveals more about her learning curve in football than any impact on the professional football knowledge of Goff and Kelce.
On a separate note, Swift revealed her new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," will drop on Oct. 3. With her growing interest in football and her successful music career, it seems Taylor Swift is unstoppable.
[1] Taylor Swift's Football Fandom Brings Spotlight to Jared Goff and Travis Kelce [2] Swift's Newfound Love for Football [3] Taylor Swift's Impact on NFL Players
[1] The unexpected fame of Jared Goff and Travis Kelce in pop-culture has been thrust upon them, primarily due to their association with pop sensation Taylor Swift. [2] Swift, who previously had little knowledge of football, has developed a keen interest in the sport, especially American football like the NFL, since dating Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. [3] The impact of Swift's influence is evident, as her mentions on platforms like the "New Heights" podcast have boosted the visibility and fan engagement of NFL players such as Jared Goff and Travis Kelce, despite not directly affecting their technical football skills.
