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Former NFL star Jason Kelce was involved in an altercation with a fan at Penn State over the weekend, following the fan’s use of a gay slur when discussing his brother Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift’s relationship. The incident took place before Saturday’s game between Penn State and Ohio State.
The viral footage
In the footage of the encounter, Jason Kelce is seen walking through a crowd of fans when a voice is heard using the slur while asking about Travis' relationship with Taylor Swift. Reacting to the disrespect, Jason grabs the fan’s phone and forcefully slams it onto the ground. The videos also show him picking up the phone after throwing it.
This altercation occurred just days after Jason announced he would be attending the Ohio State vs. Penn State game at Beaver Stadium, marking his first visit to Happy Valley. His appearance was part of the College GameDay event surrounding the game.
About their relationship
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift have been in a public relationship for over a year, with Swift attending multiple Kansas City Chiefs games, including Super Bowl 58 in February. During the offseason, Travis even joined Swift on stage during her Eras Tour when it made a stop at Wembley Stadium in London.
Jason Kelce, who retired from the NFL in March, spent 13 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles from 2011 to 2023. At 36 years old, Jason’s presence in the media has remained significant, both for his football career and his outspoken defense of his family. The incident highlights his willingness to stand up against offensive behavior, particularly when it involves his loved ones.
Why did swift not attend Bills game?
Fans speculated that Swift might make the trip to Buffalo, especially given the proximity to Toronto, where she had just wrapped up a run of three Eras Tour concerts. It would’ve been easy enough to make the logistical jump. But Swift opted to sit this one out, taking a break from football after a whirlwind schedule. While that could be the simple explanation, there’s a bit more to the story—especially considering her last experience in Buffalo.
Swift's last appearance in Buffalo
Back in January 2024, when Swift attended a Chiefs-Bills game during the AFC Divisional Playoffs, the visit apparently didn’t go as smoothly as some might expect.
According to sportscaster Adam Lefkoe, who appeared on the Up & Adams podcast, the Kelce family’s reception from Bills fans was less than warm. “I have heard from people very close that it was not a great experience in Buffalo. It was not,” Lefkoe said, adding that the whole situation “shocked the Kelce family.”
