Off-Field Chemistry: Travis Kelce and Baker Mayfield's Unexpected Friendship
SHOCKING FRIENDSHIP ALERT: Chiefs' Travis Kelce and Bucs' Baker Mayfield's Budding Bromance Takes Center Stage
The gridiron rivalry between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers is about to heat up, but away from the field, the real drama is unfolding. Sources close to the teams have revealed that a surprising friendship has blossomed between Chiefs star Travis Kelce and Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield.
Tahoe Tales: The Kelces and Mayfield Get Cozy
During their downtime, Kelce recently competed in the American Century Championship in Tahoe, California, alongside his older brother Jason. But it wasn't just the scenic views that caught the attention of fans – it was the unexpected camaraderie between the Kelces and Mayfield. A picture from the tournament, which ran July 11-13, shows the trio on a boat, with Kelce seemingly holding a beer while Mayfield looks like he's having the time of his life.
New Heights Podcast: The Kelce Brothers Welcome Mayfield to Their Inner Circle
Just days after the competition, the Kelce brothers invited Mayfield onto their popular New Heights podcast for one of its final episodes before the 2025 season hiatus. It was a move that raised eyebrows among NFL fans, who couldn't help but wonder what had sparked this unlikely friendship.
A Season to Forget? Mayfield's Pre-Season Woes
As the Buccaneers prepare for the upcoming season, Mayfield is dealing with his own set of issues. The 30-year-old quarterback sustained a hand contusion on Thursday, which forced him to take a day off from practice. But Bucs coach Todd Bowles was quick to downplay the injury, insisting that it's nothing to worry about.
"He's got a sore hand," Bowles said. "We gave him the day off. He's day-to-day. We're not worried about him."
But fans are wondering if this is just a minor setback for Mayfield and his team, which was eliminated in the Wild Card round last season by the Washington Commanders.
Kelce's Post-Game Blues: The Star Tight End Almost Called It Quits
For those who may have forgotten, Kelce nearly retired after the Chiefs' Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles 40-22. But it seems that he was just having a bad day – or week – and has since decided against hanging up his cleats.
The Season Ahead: Will This Rivalry Turn Friendly?
As the two teams prepare to face off on the field, fans are left wondering if this newfound friendship between Kelce and Mayfield will translate into some friendly competition. The Chiefs kick off their season on September 5 in Sao Paulo, Brazil against divisional rival Los Angeles Chargers, while the Buccaneers take on the Falcons just two days later.
Will we see a repeat of last year's Wild Card round loss for the Bucs? Or can Mayfield and his team bounce back with a vengeance? One thing is certain – this season promises to be full of drama, both on and off the field.