The Untold Story: Inside Kylie Kelce's Journey as an NFL Spouse Since Tying the Knot with Jason Kelce

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Kelce The documentary, which made its debut on Prime Video in September 2023, sheds light on a compelling narrative. "I've often contemplated whether I could go through with it. It's a horrifying thought," expressed the individual featured in the film.

Kylie, who married the football center in 2018, reminisced about the year when Travis Kelce, Jason's brother, was in the playoffs while the Eagles were not. "We attended a playoff game in Kansas City and I wondered, 'Do I have to wear his jersey?'" she remarked. "Trav knows that I always want Travis and Jason to achieve success, but I won't be participating in Chiefs rituals like the chop."

Although Kylie — who is a devoted Eagles fan and shares daughters Wyatt, Elliotte, and Bennett with Jason — is not particularly drawn to the typical lifestyle associated with being a football spouse.

Keep reading for Kylie’s most candid quotes about marrying a professional football player:

Not Knowing He Was a Football Star

Kylie discovered years later that Jason had neglected to mention his athletic career when they first met on the dating app Tinder. During an episode of his podcast "New Heights" in September 2023, she revealed, "I learned that he believed there was subtle evidence of his affiliation with the Eagles in his profile. Apparently, there was a picture of a game on a TV screen, possibly when he was injured, but it had been cropped to fit Tinder, showing only his face. So, none of the other details like the lower thirds, ticker, or the Eagles emblem on his shirt were visible!"

Kylie also pointed out that Jason's bio didn't mention anything about his career, reminiscing, "His profile at that time was something like, 'I'm interested in engaging in deep and meaningful discussions, as well as talking about marriage and starting a family.' Well, the joke's on him. Who ended up having the last laugh?"

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Defying Stereotypes

After a disastrous first date, in which a heavily intoxicated Jason dozed off within 45 minutes and had to be escorted home by his friend Beau Allen, Kylie felt reluctant to announce their official relationship status.

"It took me quite some time. I kept my dating life a secret," Kylie revealed in the Prime Video documentary. "I didn't want to risk expressing my feelings and having him respond with, 'Oh, I have many other women waiting for me,' which is the typical stereotype associated with football players. It's amusing now, after spending so much time together, to think that there was any doubt in the first place, given how well I know him."

She went on to explain, "Our unique connection made it feel like I was not involved with a professional athlete, but rather with Jason, whose chosen field is football."

Not About that Luxe WAG Life

During a joint interview with Jason on Today in October 2023, she expressed her thoughts on a specific group of women. She believes that there exists a population of women who are either married to, dating, or engaged to individuals involved in the NFL or other professional sports. These women, she believes, derive immense pleasure from indulging in luxurious experiences. However, her upbringing and personal preferences do not align with this lavish lifestyle. Therefore, she emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and remaining authentic in such situations.

Living With Jason During Football Season

During her debut appearance on “New Heights,” Travis made sure to ask Kylie what it was like residing with “Neanderthal” Jason and his busy schedule.

"When he considered retiring last year, I mentioned to him that if he chose to continue playing for at least another year, I would like to know his schedule," Kylie replied to her brother-in-law. "After being together for a significant amount of time, we have figured out what works for us. I am able to spend a considerable amount of time with him."

She added, "He has also figured out what works for him. He has Tuesdays off. Depending on how he feels during the season, he may come in for treatment in the morning, and Fridays are relatively short days for him. However, he stays to get a haircut and a massage, which means he comes home later in the afternoon on that day. After 13 years, he has worked out the details, and we are always here when he returns. We will see him whenever he is able to be with us, I suppose."

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Bleeding Eagles Green

Securing Super Bowl Tickets

In the later part of the Kelce documentary, Jason and Kylie discussed their budget for Super Bowl LVII tickets, as the Eagles were scheduled to play against the Chiefs.

"Okay, so I'm buying the maximum number of tickets allowed, since that's what we had planned for," Kylie questioned Jason in the documentary. "This is why I avoid using the calculator on my phone: $50,000. We're spending nearly $4,000 for a child who won't even stay seated to watch her dad play in the game; that's absurd."

After Jason inquired whether Elliotte had any desire to attend the game, their younger daughter promptly shook her head, then amusingly chimed in, "Even my beloved baby doll longs to experience the thrill of the Super Bowl!"

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Jason’s Potential Swan Song

Kelce chronicled Jason's struggle with the decision to retire from football, emphasizing the importance of him being able to comfortably play with their kids on the floor, regardless of how his football journey concludes.

Managing the Homefront

"He constantly seems lost in his thoughts. Even when he's physically present, his mind drifts away. Regardless of his decision regarding retirement, we will navigate through it," Kylie commented in the documentary. "But with two young children and a newborn baby, dealing with postpartum issues and juggling all the complexities of life, I find myself thinking, 'You have your own challenges to face. I'll hold onto my own concerns... and you can sort yours out.' This adequately illustrates how football impacts your family."

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