**Travis Kelce Addresses Slow Start Amid Off-Field Scrutiny**
Kansas City Chiefs superstar Travis Kelce has downplayed concerns over his underwhelming start to the 2024 NFL season, with some pundits even attributing his struggles to his high-profile relationship with music icon Taylor Swift. While the Chiefs have started the season 3-0, Kelce’s performance has been unusually quiet, managing just eight catches for 69 yards and no touchdowns in the first three games.
The four-time All-Pro tight end addressed his performance on his *New Heights* podcast, acknowledging the rough start but expressing confidence in his ability to turn things around. “I’m not worried about the catches and the yards,” Kelce said, adding that his focus remains on team success. He admitted to a critical drop in the fourth quarter of the last game but emphasized the importance of execution moving forward.
Kelce has just 69 yards through three games this season ( Image: (Image: Getty))
Kelce has been in the spotlight both on and off the field due to his relationship with Swift, which began over a year ago. He spent much of the offseason supporting her on the *Eras Tour*, and critics like former ESPN analyst Todd McShay have questioned whether his busy offseason has impacted his conditioning. McShay pointed to Kelce’s “jet-setting” lifestyle and speculated that it may have affected his performance early in the season.
Despite the scrutiny, Kelce remains unfazed, asserting that he’s focused on improving his game. He and the Chiefs face the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 4, where Kelce will look to bounce back with a performance reminiscent of his past dominance.
