Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 22, 2025 · Sports

Taylor Swift Stays Home Amid Security Concerns at Travis Kelce's NFL Game

Taylor Swift opted to skip Travis Kelce's game against the New York Giants on Sunday night

TAYLOR SWIFT SPOTTED IN HIDEAWAY: Global Superstar Skips Travis Kelce's Must-Win Game Amid Safety Concerns

The Queen of Pop, Taylor Swift, has sparked controversy once again with her decision to skip Travis Kelce's crucial game against the New York Giants on Sunday night. The move comes amid growing safety concerns surrounding the global superstar, who has been facing a barrage of threats and harassment from far-right extremist groups.

Sources close to Swift have revealed that she was warned in advance about the heightened security measures at MetLife Stadium, where Kelce and the Chiefs were set to face off against the Giants. However, even with these precautions in place, Swift's team deemed it too risky for her to attend the game.

A week prior, the popstar was shielded by what is believed to have been a bullet-resistant screen as she made her way inside Arrowhead Stadium

The drama began when the Giants teased Swift's potential attendance on the jumbotron during the first quarter, showing a blonde-haired woman who was later revealed to be none other than NFL legend Lawrence Taylor. The move was seen as a clever way to poke fun at Swift's perceived absence, but it only added fuel to the fire.

Insiders have come forward to reveal that Swift has been receiving hate mail and death threats from extreme groups after her high-profile endorsement of Democratic candidates in recent elections. The situation escalated further with the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk just days before the game against the Eagles.

"It was a weird week," said an insider, referring to the added security measures at the stadium. "They used the screen to keep her safe, but it's not something they usually do for celebrities. This was an exceptional case."

The Giants teased Swift's attendance at the Sunday Night Football showdown at MetLife

The use of a bullet-resistant screen to shield Swift from potential threats has raised eyebrows among fans and critics alike. While some have praised the singer for prioritizing her safety, others have questioned whether she is overreacting.

Swift's history with stalker-related incidents has also been cited as a contributing factor to her decision to skip the game. In August last year, a foiled terror attack in Vienna forced her to cancel several 'Eras' tour dates in the capital. She later spoke out about the incident, expressing a "new sense of fear."

The latest developments come on the heels of Swift's highly publicized engagement to tight end Travis Kelce, who has been accused by some of trying to "de-radicalize" the singer from her liberal views.

Instead they went on to show Lawrence Taylor, the Giants' Hall of Fame linebacker

"It's not just about Taylor's safety; it's also about the people around her," said a source close to the situation. "There are legitimate concerns about some of the threats that have been made against her. They're not taking any chances."

The tension surrounding Swift's safety has even extended to other high-profile events, with security measures being stepped up at various sports games in recent weeks. For example, Donald Trump was seen arriving at a New York Yankees game just 24 hours after Kirk's murder, flanked by snipers and glass panels.

As the drama continues to unfold around Swift, one thing is clear: the global superstar will not be taking any chances when it comes to her safety. With the stakes higher than ever before, only time will tell what other twists and turns this saga has in store for fans and followers alike.

Swift is usually pictured cheering on from her suite, seen here with Brittany Mahomes

Updated Timeline of Events

  • August 2023: Foiled terror attack in Vienna forces Swift to cancel several 'Eras' tour dates.
  • September 2023: Charlie Kirk is assassinated while speaking at Utah Valley University.
  • September 2023 (last weekend): Swift attends the Chiefs game against the Eagles, arriving behind a bullet-resistant screen.
  • Sunday Night: Swift skips Travis Kelce's must-win game against the Giants amid growing safety concerns.

Sources

Swift broke from tradition to sneak into the Arrowhead Stadium undetected last Sunday (pictured in September 2024)

Insiders who spoke to The Scholarly Note.com have revealed that Swift's team is taking extra precautions to ensure her safety. "They're not taking any chances," said one source.

Sources have claimed her mysterious entrance was a security measure after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk (pictured) in Utah last week