Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce walks with Taylor Swift...

The attention Travis Kelce has received since his relationship with Taylor Swift began has significantly benefited the NFL, particularly the Kansas City Chiefs and their merchandise sales. 

According to various reports, the NFL has seen a surge in female viewership, especially among teenage girls, with a 53 percent increase. Additionally, viewership in the 18-24 age demographic has increased by 24 percent. This trend is expected to continue rising this year, as the NFL remains an incredibly attractive league that is hard to ignore.

Travis Kelce is the main beneficiary of this attention. His participation in Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” has confirmed his newfound global fame among “Swifties.”

Consequently, any event he attends becomes a focal point for fans eager to see if he mentions or does something related to Taylor. This was evident during the American Century Championship presented by American Century Investments in Nevada, where he was seen dancing and singing a couple of his girlfriend’s songs.

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This performance added to his recent karaoke contest win, where he sang the rock classic “Here I Go Again” and dedicated his victory to Taylor with a heartfelt “Taylor, this is for you.” While singing may not be Travis’s strongest talent, his public renditions of Taylor’s songs show his newly acquired appreciation for her music.

Travis and the Chiefs begin training next Monday in preparation for a potentially historic season. If they win the title again, they will become the first team in history to achieve a three-peat. This increase in popularity and viewership underscores the powerful influence of Kelce’s relationship with Swift, drawing new fans to the NFL and enhancing its appeal across different demographics.

As for the golf tournament, where he competes alongside his brother Jason, other stars participating include Aaron Rodgers, Josh Allen, Miles Teller, Michael Peña, and more. The American Century Championship concludes today and is being broadcast on NBC, Peacock, and the Golf Channel.