Football season is a sacred time for a lot of people. For Travis Kelce, it's literally his life. So, when a caller on the New Heights podcast asked about the age-old dilemma of a partner wanting a fall wedding, Travis didn't hold back. He thinks football and fall weddings clash in a way that just isn't worth the headache. Honestly, he kind of acted like the concept of getting married in October was a myth.
"I actually don’t know people who’ve gotten married in the fall," Travis said during the episode. He wasn't being mean, just genuinely confused. To him, weddings happen in the summer. Maybe late spring. He’s seen them in February, too. But autumn? That’s for the gridiron.
The Problem With Season Tickets and Anniversaries
The Kansas City Chiefs star pointed out a few practical issues that most guys are probably too scared to say out loud to their fiancées. First, there’s the guest list. If you’re a die-hard fan or a player, your circle is likely full of people who also love the game.
Travis mentioned that his friends all have season tickets. He hates the idea of making them choose. "Don’t make my friends have to not go," he pleaded. "Everybody’s got season tickets, alright? Don’t make my friends have to choose whether or not they have to sell their tickets that week." It’s a valid point if you live in a city like Kansas City or Philly where the stadium is the place to be on Sundays.
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Then there’s the long-term risk. Anniversaries. If you get married in October, every single year your anniversary is going to land on a game day. Travis suggested that if a guy is really that into football, it might be "in her best interest" to pick a different month. That way, she knows he’s actually invested in the anniversary instead of checking scores under the table. He basically told the caller to "duke that out" with his partner.
Why Travis Kelce Thinks Football and Fall Weddings Clash So Hard
The debate got even better when his brother, Jason Kelce, stepped in. Jason, who has been married to Kylie since 2018, took the opposite side. He called the whole argument "frivolous."
Jason’s take was simple: your wife is more important than a game. He told the caller to just record the game and watch it later. "There’s certain things that are more important than football," Jason said, sounding like the voice of reason. "And if the wedding isn’t more important than football, we got some bigger issues here."
But Travis wouldn't budge. He doubled down on the idea that the fall just isn't a wedding season. Here is the reality of why he feels this way:
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- The Schedule: NFL players are working six to seven days a week from August through (hopefully) February. A fall wedding for them is literally impossible unless it’s a Tuesday, and nobody is having a Tuesday wedding.
- The Social Circle: When your entire peer group is in the league, nobody is available to attend a ceremony in October.
- The Energy: Football is high-stakes. It’s hard to pivot from the intensity of a mid-season push to the romantic vibes of a wedding.
Is This a Hint About Taylor Swift?
Naturally, everyone immediately started wondering what this means for a potential "Tayvis" wedding. Taylor Swift is famously the queen of autumn. Her aesthetic is basically crunchy leaves, cardigans, and red scarves. If they ever do tie the knot, the clash between her favorite season and his work schedule is going to be a real conversation.
Travis joked about how the bills get paid, too. "How do we pay for the booze at the wedding if I can’t make sure this parlay hits?" he quipped. While he was definitely joking, it highlights how much his brain stays in "game mode" during the final months of the year.
Handling the Fall Wedding Dilemma
If you're stuck in the middle of this same fight, you've got a few options that don't involve a breakup or missing a playoff game.
- Check the Bye Week: If you absolutely must have a fall wedding, check the NFL schedule the second it drops. Aim for the bye week. Just keep in mind that the schedule usually comes out in May, which is late for booking popular venues.
- Friday or Monday: Travis argued that weddings are a "weekend thing," but plenty of people are doing Friday weddings now. It saves money and keeps Sunday clear for the couch and a pile of wings.
- The "Jason Kelce" Method: Just do it. If she wants a November wedding, give her the November wedding. Record the game. Stay off Twitter to avoid spoilers. It’s one day.
Ultimately, Travis’s stance comes from a guy who has spent his entire adult life in a helmet from September to February. For him, the seasons aren't Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter. They’re Offseason, Training Camp, and Football.
Actionable Next Steps
If you are planning a wedding and your partner is a massive sports fan, sit down and look at the "Big Three" dates: the Super Bowl, the start of the playoffs, and any major rivalry games. Even if you don't agree with Travis that football and fall weddings clash enough to cancel the season, acknowledging the conflict early can save a lot of resentment. Choose a date that allows everyone to be present—both physically and mentally.