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Kelly and Matt Stafford, the high-profile couple tied to Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matt Stafford, celebrated Halloween with a playful nod to pop culture’s most talked-about duo: Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce. Their costumes mirrored the outfits Swift and Kelce donned at the US Open in September, with Kelly sharing the look on social media under the playful caption, “Six Swifties & a stubborn stache.” The couple’s four daughters even joined in, dressed in variations of Swift’s tour ensembles, underscoring the singer’s influence on the night’s theme.
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Kelly, who is candid on her podcast The Morning After, previously admitted to feeling “tired” of the extensive coverage surrounding Swift’s appearances at Chiefs games. Reflecting on her initial comments, she revealed that her sentiments were rooted more in jealousy than disdain, acknowledging Swift’s undeniable charisma and the magnetic draw she brings to the NFL.
“I feel like there is this… cloud hanging over with this Taylor Swift thing,” Kelly confessed on the podcast. She clarified that her feelings weren’t directed at Swift personally, but at the way the NFL spotlight shifted. “I was a little jealous of the fact that they were getting all this attention and all of a sudden the football game was the sideshow.” She recognized the business sense in the NFL’s decision, describing it as a “good business decision” but noted it left her feeling conflicted, as the sport itself seemed to fade into the background.
Swift’s impact has undeniably gone beyond the music charts, reaching into the sports arena and commanding attention from fans and media alike. Since her appearances with Kelce, Chiefs’ game ratings have surged, drawing both dedicated NFL viewers and her own loyal “Swifties.” This crossover appeal highlights Swift’s unique cultural presence, bringing her unmatched influence into an entirely new sphere.
In the Halloween spirit, Kelly ultimately embraced the Swift-Kelce mania with humor, perhaps acknowledging the superstar’s broad appeal. Despite her initial reluctance, it seems the Staffords joined the millions who are captivated by the pop superstar’s journey — whether on the concert stage or cheering from the sidelines.