Travis Kelce is standing firmly by his older brother, Jason Kelce, after a viral incident that took place outside Beaver Stadium in State College, Pa., on Nov. 2. The altercation involved Jason, the retired Philadelphia Eagles star, confronting a Penn State football fan who called Travis “a f—– dating Taylor Swift.” The fan then repeated the homophobic slur, prompting Jason’s response that would later go viral. In the aftermath, Travis took to the New Heights podcast to offer his full support to his brother.
Travis Kelce’s Support for Jason
During the Nov. 6 edition of their New Heights podcast, Travis spoke candidly about the incident and defended his brother’s actions. He acknowledged the toll it took on Jason, saying, “I know it’s weighing on you, brother. That s— sucks. You shouldn’t feel this much.” Travis emphasized that the incident was blown out of proportion due to people “passing around the videos,” saying, “The real situation is you had some f—— clown come up to you and talk about your family.“
Acknowledging the Regret
Travis further explained that Jason’s response, while perhaps not ideal, was understandable. “You reacted in a way that was defending your family, and you might’ve used some words that you regret using,” Travis noted. He also expressed his belief that Jason’s decision to openly talk about the incident showed how sincere he was. “I think you owning it and you speaking about it shows how sincere you are to a lot of people in this world,” Travis said. “You don’t choose hate, that’s just not who you are.“
Jason Kelce Reflects on His Actions
Jason Kelce had previously addressed the situation on the Nov. 4 edition of ESPN’s Monday Night Countdown, expressing regret for the words he used. He admitted that the homophobic slur used by the fan was “f—— ridiculous” and “takes it to another level.” “It’s dehumanizing and it got under my skin, it elicited a reaction,” Jason confessed.
In hindsight, Jason acknowledged that he should have handled the situation differently. “In the heat of the moment, I thought ‘Hey, what can I say back to him? I’m going to throw this s— right back in his face. F— him,’” he said. “I know now that I shouldn’t have done that.“
Investigation into the Incident
The incident has led to an investigation, with Penn State Police confirming on Nov. 5 that the altercation is under investigation. Both Jason and ESPN have yet to release official statements regarding the ongoing situation. However, Travis’s public defense of his brother and their candid conversation on the podcast has resonated with fans, with many showing support for the Kelce brothers’ handling of the matter.
A Brother’s Unwavering Support
Through all the controversy, Travis Kelce has made it clear that his loyalty to Jason Kelce is unshakable. The younger Kelce brother concluded the podcast by telling Jason, “I love you,” offering words of support and reminding him that “you said that perfectly.“
As the investigation continues, both Kelce brothers remain united, with Travis reinforcing that defending family is never a wrong move, despite the backlash.
The Kelce brothers’ bond proves that, no matter the circumstances, family always comes first.
