Whoopi Goldberg has come to Taylor Swift’s defense amid criticism from Kansas City Chiefs fans blaming Swift for Travis Kelce’s slow start this NFL season. On the September 24 episode of The View, Goldberg addressed the frustrations of fans, emphasizing that Kelce has had a successful career with the team, including their Super Bowl win last year.

Kelce has struggled early this season, recording only eight catches for 69 yards over three games. Goldberg pointed out that Kelce has been busy with various projects, including movies and commercials, and suggested that fans might have forgotten his contributions to the team.

She further speculated that some of the backlash against Swift could be politically motivated, noting Swift’s endorsement of Kamala Harris, which may not sit well with certain Chiefs fans. Goldberg urged them to stop blaming Swift and to focus on the team’s overall performance.

Despite Kelce’s slow start, there are still 14 games left in the regular season for him and the Chiefs to regain their momentum. Last season, Kelce broke a streak of seven consecutive 1,000-yard seasons, while quarterback Patrick Mahomes is also facing challenges with his performance.

Goldberg has been a host on The View since 2007 and continues to engage in discussions on various topics, including sports and pop culture. Kelce and Swift’s relationship began in September 2023 after Kelce made a public attempt to connect with her following her concert.

Since then, Swift has attended multiple Chiefs games, including their Super Bowl victory over the San Francisco 49ers. However, she missed the Chiefs’ Week 3 game against the Atlanta Falcons, which they won.

Throughout the offseason, Kelce made appearances at Swift’s Eras Tour shows, even joining her on stage for a performance. Currently, Swift has some time before resuming her tour, so she may attend more Chiefs games in the upcoming weeks.

Kelce’s struggles have sparked various discussions among fans and media, but both he and the Chiefs have the opportunity to improve their standing as the season progresses. As the drama unfolds, it remains to be seen how both Kelce and the team will respond to the pressure.