‘Taylor Swift is terrified’: Travis Kelce’s resurfaced past and controversial confession leaves pop star bothered ahead of their high-profile wedding

American pop star Taylor Swift and Kanas City Chief Travis Kelce have been dealing with a lot on their plate ever since they announced their engagement last year. The two are completely focussed on their wedding but there is something that is bothering Taylor Swift. Travis Kelce recently confessed on his popular podcast ‘New Heights’ about the time he was suspended when he was caught with marijuana in college. Travis Kelce was suspended from playing football after failing a drug test during his sophomore year at the University of Cincinnati. The 35-year-old Kansas City Chiefs tight end discussed his college suspension from football after he failed a drug test on an episode of his and brother Jason Kelce’s New Heights podcast. Travis, who attended the University of Cincinnati, was suspended from playing his sophomore year after he failed his drug test.

This confession by Travis Kelce has bothered Taylor Swift. According to a report in Radar Online, a source has revealed that, “Taylor hates that this has become a talking point again. She’s spent years crafting a clean, family-friendly image, and she’s terrified that something from Travis’s past could smear that.” A second source added, “She’s incredibly proud of how hard he’s worked to turn his life around – but this story coming back up makes her feel exposed.” The source continued, “Taylor’s brand thrives on control and positivity, and this just isn’t part of that narrative.”

Travis Kelce has confessed that he had to go to a therapist after the marijuana incident in college. The popular tight end said, “I had to sit down with a shrink for an hour a week…” Travis Kelce added, “He got me to look at my life way more strategically. He got me to understand that you go through these emotions, and your reaction can either help you or hurt you or be indifferent.”

Taylor Swift ‘terrified’ due to Travis Kelce’s past scandal
While Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are busy doing preparations for their much-awaited wedding a shadow from Kelce’s past has reportedly left the pop superstar unsettled. A resurfaced incident from the Kansas City Chiefs tight end’s college years has sparked unexpected concern for Swift, who has long maintained a carefully curated public image. Taylor Swift, who has built her empire on integrity and relatability, is known to be fiercely protective of both her reputation and the people she loves.

Despite the challenges Travis Kelce has faced in his life, he has consistently proven his worth on the field and remains one of the highest-paid players in the league. However, this season has been a tough one for Kelce, as he faced intense trolling over his on-field performances, while Swift was also seen looking visibly upset. Speculation has also grown around Kelce potentially retiring at the end of the season, though nothing has been confirmed. He is expected to make a final decision in March, once his contract concludes.

Travis Kelce chose August 10, 2025, for his proposal to Taylor Swift, a date with deep numerological ties to family. “Our favorite English teacher and our favorite gym teacher are saying “I do” on Saturday, June 13, 2026,” Taylor Swift wrote in an Instagram caption. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement on Aug. 26, sharing several photos from their romantic proposal.