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They say, “Timing is everything”, but for Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, it seems like the stars just weren’t aligned. The world was holding its collective breath, waiting for what seemed like the perfect moment—a proposal from Kelce to Swift at the Super Bowl.

But much like an unexpected downpour ruining a picnic, the 2025 Super Bowl had different plans in store. Instead of a romantic proposal, the day was marked by a crushing defeat for the Chiefs, leaving fans to wonder if the timing was never quite right after all.
Deep down, we all had a hunch that this proposal was more of a wish than a reality, even if we secretly held onto the hope for a grand gesture. But when the Chiefs were handed a resounding 40-22 loss at the hands of the Philadelphia Eagles, it became clear—Kelce’s proposal plans might have been tossed out the window right along with the team’s chances for victory.

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Travis Kelce keeps fans guessing: proposal questions ignite speculation
WhenTravis Kelcewas asked if he was about to pop the question to Taylor Swift, he couldn’t help but smile and leave the media guessing, saying (viaPeople),“Wouldn’t you like to know?” Classic Kelce move. It was a moment ripe for speculation, and of course, the rumors ran wild.
He was then hit with back-to-back questions about whether he planned to give Swift a ring. With a grin, he responded to the relentless reporters, saying,“Man, back to back, you guys are crazy.”

Back to back questions about whether Travis Kelce intended to propose to Taylor Swift. (He did not want to answer, of course.)pic.twitter.com/NMaJFw0x5j
Was the grand spectacle of the Super Bowl the perfect setting for a romantic proposal? While Kelce gave little away, it was clear he wasn’t exactly shooting it down either.

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But proposing under the glaring lights of the Super Bowl, with millions watching and the world’s eyes fixed on every move? That’s a lot of pressure. Would Kelce want to tie the knot with all of that hanging over him? Probably not!
Then came the reality check. As Kelce and the Chiefs were outplayed by Hurts and the Eagles, you couldn’t help but wonder if this game would prove to be a big “No” to any romantic plans that were on the table. After all, losing 40-22 doesn’t exactly create the ideal moment for proposing, no matter how much love might be in the air.

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If you’ve been paying attention toTaylor Swiftand Travis Kelce’s relationship, you’d know they’re not exactly in a hurry to rush into marriage. A source close to the couple stated that the singer, while thinking Kelce might be“the one,” is in no rush to make things official just yet (told Us Weekly viaELLE). As one insider shared,
Marriage is a big deal, and she wants [it to be] forever.
It seems the couple isn’t about making hasty decisions, and honestly, who could blame them? In this case, the Super Bowl wasn’t the magic moment, but perhaps it’ll come in a more personal, private setting—away from the press, away from the cameras, and most importantly, away from the pressure of a football game.
As the Super Bowl came to a close and the confetti rained down on the Eagles, we must admit that the answer to the proposal speculation likely wasn’t going to be found on the field. And if Travis Kelce was planning a proposal, it probably wasn’t going to happen in front of millions of viewers.
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