The New Heights podcast, hosted by brothers Travis and Jason Kelce, hit a new peak with today’s episode, drawing up to 1.3 million viewers, a massive number though still short of the 8.09 million who tuned in for ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 mission in 2023. The star power of special guest Taylor Swift drove the frenzy, as she used the platform to announce her upcoming album, The Life of a Show Girl, set for release on October 3.
Among the many topics covered, Swift lit up the conversation by sharing her excitement over Kansas City Chiefs’ wide receiver Xavier Worthy, the NFL Combine’s 40-yard dash record holder at 4.21 seconds. Her enthusiasm highlighted the Chiefs’ savvy draft choice at the 28th overall pick, transitioning from the dynamic Tyreek Hill to the blazing-fast Worthy, who’s quickly become a key piece for Patrick Mahomes.
Swift’s Viral Celebration of Worthy’s Draft Night
During her debut on New Heights, Taylor Swift dropped plenty of headlines, from her new album reveal to her personal take on meeting Travis Kelce. Dating the Chiefs’ star tight end for nearly two years, Swift shared how her football knowledge has skyrocketed, turning her into a passionate fan who’s glued to the NFL Draft.
She recounted her ecstatic reaction when the Chiefs picked Texas Longhorns speedster Xavier Worthy in 2024, saying, “I was sprinting through my house, shouting, ‘We got Xavier Worthy!’ My friends were like, ‘Who’s taken over your body? What’s this about Xavier Worthy?’ I was screaming my head off, totally floored.”
Worthy proved her excitement was warranted, delivering a standout rookie season. Playing all 17 regular-season games, he hauled in 59 receptions for 638 yards and six touchdowns. His postseason was even more electric, setting a rookie Super Bowl record with 157 receiving yards and matching the NFL rookie mark with two touchdowns.
Last season felt like a blockbuster movie: a franchise-best 15 regular-season wins, nail-biting playoff victories, and sheer dominance-until the final act fell flat. The Chiefs are now back to the season, eyes locked on a historic 10th straight AFC West title (one shy of the Patriots’ 2009-2019 record), an eighth consecutive AFC Championship appearance (matching Mahomes’ years as starter), a fourth straight Super Bowl berth (a feat only the Bills pulled off from 1990-1993), and a sixth Super Bowl appearance in seven years.
Chiefs’ High Hopes For 2025
Swift’s infectious excitement over Worthy underscores why he’s become a fan favorite and a critical part of Kansas City’s offense. As the Chiefs gear up for another championship run, Worthy’s speed and reliability make him a perfect fit alongside Mahomes, filling the void left by Hill.
Swift’s vocal support on New Heights not only amplified Worthy’s profile but also highlighted her growing love for the game, fueled by her relationship with Kelce. With the Chiefs chasing historic milestones this season, Worthy’s emergence as a go-to target-and Swift’s enthusiastic endorsement-sets the stage for an exciting campaign in Kansas City.
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