Travis Kelce, tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, was visibly somber as he walked into the VIP suite following the Chiefs’ tough loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl 59. The Chiefs fell short in their attempt to secure a third consecutive championship, and emotions were clearly running high for the NFL star. Despite his disappointment, Travis’s reunion with singer Taylor Swift seemed to offer him a moment of comfort amidst the aftermath of the game.

As Kelce made his way to the suite, he switched out of his game uniform into a stylish 70s-inspired rust-colored suit, which he had worn when arriving at the stadium earlier that day. His mother, Donna Kelce, who had been cheering from the stands throughout the game, accompanied him as they left the suite together after the reunion.

In a moment of reflection, Travis Kelce shared his thoughts on the game and the loss with reporters. “You know, I’m a football player first—that’s where my focus is,” he said. “For the most part, I’m thinking about winning championships and playing my best, 365 days a year.” However, after the Chiefs fell short of a three-peat, Travis couldn’t hide his disappointment. “Hats off to the Eagles, man,” he acknowledged. “They really got after us.”

The loss raised questions about Travis’s future in the NFL. Could this be his final season? Despite the setback, he maintained his determination, revealing his focus on football and winning championships above all else. “We haven’t played that bad all year,” Kelce continued. “We just couldn’t find that spark, couldn’t find that momentum in the Super Bowl.”

Kelce’s comments about his future were reflective but optimistic. “As long as we’re chasing championships, and as long as I have a contract here in Kansas City, I’ll always think of football first,” he shared. “I come into work every single day, and there’s a lot of buzz going on outside the facility. But whenever I come into this office, it’s my happy place—just being grounded and getting back to what I know best.”

His words showed a deep commitment to the game, even in the face of a hard-fought defeat. He made it clear that, despite the loss, he would continue to give his all on the field.

Following the reunion with Taylor Swift, who has been spotted at multiple Chiefs games this season and sparked rumors about her relationship with Kelce, the media and fans alike speculated about the nature of their bond. Though neither has publicly confirmed or denied a romantic connection, their friendly interactions have been widely covered, adding another layer of intrigue to the story.

While the Chiefs didn’t secure the win they hoped for, Travis Kelce’s mindset remains steadfast. For him, football comes first, and he continues to dedicate himself to the game that has shaped his life.