Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has come to the defence of Taylor Swift after she was booed during the 2025 Super Bowl.
Reid praised the pop star for her handling of the incident, describing her as “a good girl” who manages difficult situations appropriately.
The coach’s comments came during an appearance on NBC’s ProFootballTalk where he addressed the moment Swift faced jeers from sections of the stadium crowd.
Reid emphasised that Swift has become “part of the team” since her relationship with Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce began.
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has come to the defence of Taylor Swift after she was booed during the 2025 Super Bowl
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“She’s a good girl, she handles that whole thing the right way, that’s a tough deal,” Reid said during his ProFootballTalk appearance.
“But she does a great job of handling it. Kelce, I think, does a great job of handling it. She’s part of the team.”
The coach’s supportive comments highlight his appreciation for how Swift has navigated the spotlight whilst dating one of his star players.
The booing incident occurred when the Super Bowl Jumbotron showed Swift seated alongside her friend and collaborator, Ice Spice.
Taylor Swift was booed at the Super Bowl as she watched Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs lose in New OrleansREUTERSA chorus of boos erupted from sections of the stadium, believed to be from Philadelphia Eagles fans.
Swift responded with remarkable composure, giving a side-eye, a wince, and then a smile.
She was seen saying “What’s going on?” before turning her attention back to the game.
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Despite the unexpected negative reaction, Swift appeared to brush off the moment with grace.
Reid also shared advice he gave to Kelce amid retirement rumours, saying: “Don’t think about all that. Just relax, man. Chill down, we have time for that.”
Kelce himself has since confirmed he has no plans to retire.
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In a text message read out by Pat McAfee, the 35-year-old wrote: “My dog!!! I’m coming back for sure.”
He added he would “try and get to the best shape I’ve been this offseason” after expressing disappointment with his performance in “that last game”.
Swift has been a regular supporter of Kelce and the Chiefs since first appearing at a game in September 2023.
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Reid has previously expressed his admiration for the pop star.
In December 2023, he told PEOPLE magazine: “Listen, I’m a big fan so I’m glad she was here, and I hope she enjoyed it.”
He added: “She’s got a great guy she’s dating right now, so I’m happy for both of them.”