Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid recently made a lighthearted comment that has both football and pop culture fans buzzing. After a recent game, Reid credited the Chiefs’ success to an unexpected factor: Taylor Swift’s absence from the stands. Known for his sense of humor, Reid jokingly suggested that team morale seemed to be “through the roof” without the added media frenzy that often accompanies Swift’s appearances, especially following her rumored connection with star tight end Travis Kelce.

Swift’s presence at Chiefs games this season brought excitement and media attention. Her rumored relationship with Kelce had fans, celebrities, and media outlets captivated, giving the Chiefs an off-field spotlight like never before. But Reid’s lighthearted comment suggests that without the spotlight, the team may have been able to zero in on their game.

Known for his easygoing nature, Reid’s joke fits right in with his typical approach, where he’s as likely to credit cheeseburgers or superstition as he is to point out legitimate sports analysis. By poking fun at the Swift effect, he’s showing that, while the attention is fun, the focus remains firmly on the field.

Chiefs fans and Swifties alike reacted with laughs on social media, recognizing that while Taylor’s support might add a unique twist to game days, at the end of the day, Reid and his team are focused on football. With or without Taylor Swift in the stands, Reid’s lighthearted remark is a reminder of the balance between sports and celebrity buzz – and the sense of humor that can keep the focus on winning.