Singer Taylor Swift is frustrated over spending limited time with her new husband Travis Kelce as NFL practice keeps him in Missouri. The couple, who married in New York City in July, have been forced to spend significant time apart due to their demanding work commitments.
Kelce, a 36-year-old tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, returned to practice in late July ahead of the upcoming American football season. An insider told the Daily Mail that Swift, also 36, is unhappy with how much time his football duties take up as he regularly works overtime.
"She is frustrated because football is taking up so much of his time, as he works overtime, causing them to not see each other a ton, and she would like more," the insider revealed.
"Travis being in training camp has meant she has had to go out alone. They do not see each other every single day, but they see each other every single week, as they are very dedicated to that," the source added.
Swift is one of the most successful pop artists of her generation, famous for her record-breaking global concert tours and chart-topping albums. Kelce is an elite National Football League player who has spent his career with the Kansas City Chiefs. The couple tied the knot during a high-profile ceremony at Madison Square Garden, a famous sports and entertainment arena in Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
Life After the Honeymoon
Following their wedding ceremony in July, the newlyweds spent time cocooned in wedded bliss. They were able to sleep in, work out together, and take short trips, including a weekend getaway to Laguna, California, to celebrate the wedding of one of Kelce's close friends.
However, that brief honeymoon period ended when Kelce was dragged back to training camp with his Kansas City Chiefs teammates in Missouri. Since then, Swift has had to manage her daily routine and public obligations without her husband by her side.
To maintain their bond despite the geographic distance, the pair established a plan to remain in constant communication while work pulls them apart.
"They talk on the phone all the time, and text, FaceTime, all of it. He sends her flowers too when she is out of town, her favorites like roses and orchids," the insider explained.
"They just deal with it. They know they both have massive careers, and they love what they do, so they give each other freedom," the source added.
In professional American football, summer training camp is an intense pre-season preparation period. Players reside near team facilities in Missouri to participate in mandatory practice sessions, tactical drills, and physical conditioning before the official NFL season begins.
Solo Appearances and Emmy Campaigning
While Kelce focuses on football preparations ahead of what many expect to be his final season in the NFL, Swift has been jet-setting between Los Angeles, New York, and London.
"That girl does not really sit still, she has tons of energy," the insider said. "She had to hit parties, perform and do interviews without her husband by her side."
In mid-August, Swift visited Los Angeles to campaign for her Eras Tour documentary, which received five Emmy nominations. Swift earned recognition as both a performer and producer for the Disney+ special.
While in Los Angeles, Swift visited the Grammy Museum and sang I Knew It, I Knew You. She also spent time with director Glenn Weiss at a pre-Emmy event, performed at an Emmy For Your Consideration event, and attended a function at the home of sound designer John Ross.
The Primetime Emmy Awards are annual American accolades celebrating excellence in television programming. Disney+ is a major subscription video streaming service owned by The Walt Disney Company that distributed Swift's concert film worldwide.
Potential Schedule Conflict
Swift faces a potential scheduling conflict on Monday, September 14, when the Emmy Awards ceremony takes place.
If Swift decides to attend the ceremony in Los Angeles, she will be going alone. On that same evening, Kelce has his first game of the new NFL season against the Denver Broncos in Kansas City.
Navigating demanding schedules and long distance is not new for the newlyweds. Their busy calendars have posed challenges since they began dating in 2023, when Swift was traveling for her world tour and Kelce was flying between states for football games.
When time allowed, Kelce joined Swift on the road, appearing onstage during a show in London, traveling to Buenos Aires, Argentina, and holidaying with her in Australia.
The Denver Broncos are a professional football franchise based in Denver, Colorado, that plays in the same division as the Kansas City Chiefs. Matchups between these divisional rivals are key events on the NFL regular season calendar.
Missing Daily Routines
Despite years of managing work commitments, Swift has found the separation particularly challenging in the weeks since marrying at Madison Square Garden.
"It's harder now that they are married because she wants more, for sure. It is understandable," the source noted. "They have been married almost two months, but she has not seen him a ton. She misses their morning workout sessions and cooking together."
The insider added that Swift loves having Kelce by her side, holding her hand, opening doors, and looking out for her, making her feel loved and protected. Because she is deeply in love, she desires more time with him.
Nevertheless, Swift understands that Kelce must put in long hours at practice to perform at his best during the upcoming season.
"She refuses to complain to him about his absence, because she knew what she signed up for, she knew he would be at practice after they got married," the source said. "She knew the honeymoon would be short so she can't complain at all, and she doesn't want to guilt Travis. That is not her deal, she never shames or complains."
Future Projects and Creative Mode
Swift plans to cheer on Kelce during his football games whenever possible, with the source noting that she loves being a WAG.
During her downtime, Swift has been actively working on new music and developing a new documentary project.
The insider described Swift as being in a very creative mode, crafting lyrics, melodies, and vibes while receiving guidance and inspiration from the Haim sisters.
The post-wedding period has also allowed Swift to relax away from public scrutiny. She has not posted on Instagram in almost three months and has avoided red carpet events.
Representatives for Swift and Kelce were contacted by the Daily Mail for comment on the story.
The term WAG is an acronym for wives and girlfriends, commonly used in British and international media to describe the spouses and partners of high-profile sports stars. The Haim sisters, Alana, Danielle, and Este Haim, form the acclaimed American pop-rock group Haim and are long-time personal friends of Swift.
