The Kelce family may be tight, but when the Kansas City Chiefs line up against the Philadelphia Eagles, blood ties take a backseat. Travis Kelce has let fans in on the family dynamic ahead of those showdowns, and it turns out sister-in-law Kylie Kelce doesn't hold back.
During the latest episode of the New Heights podcast, Travis opened up about the pre-game banter he gets from Kylie, a lifelong Eagles fan. "At least my sister-in-law will tell me to my face, '(Expletive) you, I hope the Birds win,'" Travis said, laughing it off. The Chiefs and Eagles have met in some high-stakes games recently, including a Super Bowl, and Kylie's loyalty has never wavered.
The conversation was sparked by the Chiefs' upcoming game against the New York Jets. New Heights producer Jake Chatzky, a Jets fan, was put on the spot by Jason Kelce about where his allegiances lie. "Don't make me do this, Jason," Chatzky admitted, "I'm absolutely rooting for Travis, for sure, I am 100% rooting for Travis."
Travis wasn't buying it. "You hear that, Jets fans? He's a (expletive) phony. He's a phony," Travis fired back. Chatzky tried to clarify that he could cheer for Travis personally while still wanting the Jets to win, but the Chiefs star wasn't having it. "Don't (expletive) lie to my face," Travis insisted.
That's when Travis contrasted Chatzky's hedging with Kylie's refreshing bluntness. Unlike the producer, Kylie never hides her true feelings. When the Chiefs and Eagles clash, she's all in for Philadelphia, and she doesn't care who knows it. Travis appreciates that honesty, even if it's not in his favor.
"I respect it, Ky," Travis said. "I appreciate you even wearing red. You could have worn something neutral and just showed your support. You showing up was enough for me, so I appreciate it." Kylie has even refused to don Chiefs gear when the Eagles aren't playing, making her stance clear year-round.
This isn't the first time the Kelce brothers have navigated family loyalties on the podcast. The dynamic between Travis and Jason, a former Eagles center, is a recurring theme, and Kylie's passion for Philly adds another layer. It's all in good fun, but the competitive fire runs deep in the family.
As the Chiefs navigate their season, they've faced their share of scrutiny, including questions about their elite status after a rough stretch. And with the Eagles always lurking as a potential Super Bowl opponent, the Kelce family drama could be revisited on the biggest stage again.
For now, Travis knows exactly where Kylie stands, and he wouldn't have it any other way. The trash talk is part of the bond, and it's a reminder that even in the NFL's highest-profile matchups, family comes first—even if they're rooting against you.
