Travis Kelce has taken his relationship with Taylor Swift to a whole new level by officially endorsing their unique nickname.
The Kansas City Chiefs’ tight end personally signed a custom jersey featuring his number, 87, with the amalgamated moniker “Swelce” proudly displayed at the top.
This distinctive mashup adds to the couple’s collection of affectionate “ship-names,” including the previously coined “Traylor.”
The specially crafted red and white Chiefs jersey became the center of attention on Chiefs Bid, the NFL-operated auction platform where fans eagerly bid on gear autographed or worn by their favorite players.
The winning bidder seized the opportunity to own this one-of-a-kind item, shelling out over $500 for the privilege.
Kelce and the “Blank Space” singer’s romantic journey has captivated Swifties and NFL enthusiasts alike since they officially confirmed their relationship three months ago.
Swift made a notable appearance at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., on Sept. 24, seated alongside Kelce’s mother, Donna Kelce.
While speculations arose about this possibly being their first date, the “Love Song” artist revealed in a recent Time Magazine interview that they had been quietly seeing each other for a more extended period.
The genesis of their romance traces back to Kelce’s mention of Swift on his “New Heights” podcast in July.
In a charming anecdote, he recounted his attempt, albeit unsuccessful, to convey his number to Swift through a friendship bracelet during one of her Missouri concerts.
Swift disclosed in her interview that their relationship remained under wraps for a significant amount of time, allowing them to genuinely get to know each other.
Travis Kelce has not been shy about expressing his admiration for the “Lavender Haze” songstress.
In an interview with WSJ. Magazine last month, he remarked, “Obviously I’ve never dated anyone with that kind of aura about them… I’ve never dealt with it. But at the same time, I’m not running away from any of it.”
He acknowledged the intense scrutiny Swift faces daily and expressed appreciation for her ability to live and enjoy life amidst the constant paparazzi attention.
As the holiday season approaches, it has been confirmed that Swift will be present at Travis Kelce’s Christmas Day football game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium, as well as his New Year’s Day game.
An insider shared, “She’ll for sure be at the games,” confirming that their public presence is set to continue in the coming festivities.