Wed Sep 25 02:22:07 UTC 2024: ## Whoopi Goldberg Defends Travis Kelce Amidst Slow Start, Slams Critics Blaming Taylor Swift

**Kansas City, MO** – Amidst speculation that Travis Kelce’s slow start to the 2024 NFL season is due to his relationship with Taylor Swift, “The View” co-host Whoopi Goldberg has come to his defense.

While Kelce has yet to find the endzone this season, with just 8 catches for 69 yards, some analysts, including ESPN’s Todd McShay, have pointed to Kelce’s busy offseason, which included extensive travel with Swift. McShay suggested that Kelce may be out of shape and partying too much.

Goldberg, however, dismissed these claims, stating that the Chiefs’ success last season, achieved with Kelce and Swift together, proves that their relationship is not impacting his performance. She urged fans to “grow up” and stop blaming Swift, adding that Kelce’s value to the team remains high.

“He might have been a little busy, and maybe he’s not 12 anymore,” Goldberg said, “He’s still a valuable player.”

Chiefs coach Andy Reid agreed, explaining that teams are actively focusing on taking Kelce out of the game, leading to more opportunities for other receivers like Rashee Rice.

Kelce will have a chance to break out this Sunday against the Saints, and fans will be closely watching to see if he can silence his critics and regain his usual dominance.

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