NFL Star Micah Parsons Reveals Taylor Swift's Surprising Role in Boosting Travis Kelce's Confidence

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Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons has proposed an intriguing hypothesis surrounding Travis Kelce's relationship with Taylor Swift.

During an episode of his podcast "The Edge with Micah Parsons" on Tuesday, October 23, the 24-year-old athlete revealed a statistic that suggests Kelce performs at a higher level when Swift is present in the audience. Parsons, a close friend of Kelce, acknowledged the latter's exceptional skills as the top tight end in the league for the past few years, implying that Swift's presence is not the sole reason for his success.

Parsons referred to a network statistic regarding Kelce, who averages 99 yards per game when Swift is present. Typically, Kelce only averages 46.5 yards per game.

"But let me tell you something. When there's a talented woman in the crowd watching you, it gives you an extra boost of confidence," he explained. "You know what Kelce is capable of. I know what's happening. He was already performing well, but now it's like 'Yeah, I'm going to excel even more now.' It's a swagger, a sense of confidence when these things occur. You all understand how it goes."

Swift, 33, has been regularly seen attending Kelce's football games ever since they went public with their relationship last month. Most recently, they were spotted at the Chiefs vs. Chargers game on Sunday, October 22. During the game, Swift was seen celebrating with a special handshake with Brittany Mahomes, Patrick Mahomes' wife, in the suite. After the game, Swift and Kelce went on a date night in Kansas City on Monday, October 23.

According to sources, Swift and Kelce have made plans to sustain their long-distance romance.

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According to an insider, there are already plans for him to visit her on tour. In addition to that, whenever she has a break, she intends to make time to see him. The relationship is thriving due to its simplicity and lack of complications.

According to the source, Swift and Kelce's loved ones fully support their relationship. While they have not explicitly declared their love for each other yet, it is evident to her friends that they are progressing in that direction. In fact, their friends believe that they are already in love.

Furthermore, Kelce's dedication to his career has impressed Swift's friends. They appreciate that he has his own successful career and financial stability, confirming that he is not with her for any ulterior motives. He understands the demands of his own career and there is no unnecessary drama in their relationship. Both Kelce and Swift make efforts to visit each other, indicating that their long-distance relationship is working well for them.

While other NFL stars offer their opinions on the bond between Swift and Kelce, the professional football player has expressed his desire to maintain a lower profile. "I am aware that I brought all this attention upon myself. I am the one who initiated the whole friendship bracelet gesture and publicly expressed my disappointment about not being able to meet Taylor. The truth is, it is my personal life and I want to respect both of our lives," he explained on the "New Heights" podcast, which he hosts with his brother Jason Kelce, in September. "Unlike me, she does not receive as much media attention, as she is not hosting a show every week and participating in other players' shows during the NFL season."