Patrick Mahomes continues to shine on the field, but off the field, things are heating up in a different way. Despite leading the Kansas City Chiefs to another thrilling win, the drama surrounding his family and team is keeping headlines buzzing. In Sunday’s close 26-25 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, Mahomes orchestrated yet another game-winning drive with his trusted target, tight end Travis Kelce. But just as intriguing as the on-field performance was what was happening in the stands.
For the second game in a row, Mahomes’ wife, Brittany, was seen sitting separately from Kelce’s girlfriend, pop icon Taylor Swift. Brittany shared moments with her children on her Instagram Stories, while Swift, highlighted multiple times on CBS, cheered from a separate suite. This comes in the wake of recent controversy sparked by former President Donald Trump, who took to Truth Social to express his distaste for Swift following her endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential race. Trump’s post, “I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!,” immediately stirred the pot, especially given that Brittany Mahomes has previously shown public support for Trump, even earning a shout-out from the former president on Fox & Friends.
Another Sunday Taylor Swift is in a suite without MAGA supporting Brittany Mahomes pic.twitter.com/7TkjCoSQPQ
— Eric Abbenante (@EricAbbenante) September 15, 2024
Brittany’s alignment with Trump has brought a flood of social media backlash, with much of it coming from Swift’s devoted fan base. Despite the heated discourse, Mahomes has stood by his wife. When asked about Trump’s comments during a press conference, the quarterback praised Brittany’s community influence but steered clear of making any political endorsements himself, though he did encourage Americans to get out and vote.
NFL legend Brett Favre chimed in on the matter, showing his support for Mahomes’ neutral stance while also taking a swipe at Swift for her political endorsements. Favre, who endorsed Trump in 2020, expressed on social media that celebrities should focus less on influencing their followers’ political decisions. Favre himself has faced backlash for his outspoken views, including his defense of Trump and controversial remarks on issues like transgender athletes in sports and the aftermath of George Floyd’s death.
Good take by Mahomes — I see a lot of celebs trying to influence their audience instead of letting the people think for themselves.
If the best choice for them ain’t clear and they’re easily swayed by their fav pop artist, it’s not going to be a good thing. https://t.co/kReCND6Q9C
— Brett Favre (@BrettFavre) September 16, 2024
While Mahomes has managed to avoid the kind of controversies that have dogged Favre, he’s been helping his wife navigate the storm of criticism she’s faced for her political stance. Brittany revealed on a recent podcast episode that Mahomes has been a pillar of support, teaching her to block out negativity and stop caring about what others think.
Their relationship, which dates back to their high school days in Texas, remains strong, despite the intense public scrutiny. Brittany credits her husband for helping her develop a resilient attitude, declaring that she no longer lets social media or public opinions affect her.
As the season progresses, Mahomes will continue to handle the pressure both on and off the field. With Swift’s growing involvement in the Chiefs’ fanbase and the spotlight on both couples, it’s clear that this season’s drama extends well beyond the game itself. Fans will be watching not just the football but also how these off-field dynamics unfold, especially as the political climate intensifies with the upcoming presidential election.
The Chiefs’ next stop is Atlanta for a Sunday night showdown with the Falcons, with another home game at Arrowhead set for October 7th against the New Orleans Saints. As the election nears, all eyes will be on Mahomes and his growing balancing act between football, family, and the outside world.
