Travis Kelce's drug confession could test Taylor Swift's limits in their high-profile relationship

Time of India

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Taylor Swift's relationship with Travis Kelce faces scrutiny as an old interview resurfaces (Getty Images)
As Taylor Swift continues to dominate global headlines with her record-breaking music tours and carefully protected persona, her relationship with Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce is also drawing intense public scrutiny.
Now, a resurfaced interview from Kelce's past may be raising concerns—not just among fans, but potentially for Swift herself.
Travis Kelce's resurfaced
marijuana
confession may be the biggest relationship red flag yet
During the interview, Travis Kelce casually revealed that a large number of NFL players use marijuana during the offseason, saying many simply 'taper off' before the league's short testing window begins. 'I would say about 50 to 80 percent of the league,' Kelce estimated, referring to players who regularly use cannabis.
While his comments may seem like harmless honesty to some, in the context of Swift's ultra-controlled public image, this kind of off-the-cuff candor could be problematic.
Swift is known not just for her musical talent but for her exceptional brand management. She rarely speaks publicly about drama, opting instead to craft her messages through lyrics, carefully timed posts, or subtle metaphors. For someone who famously steers clear of controversy unless absolutely necessary, being linked to a partner who once disclosed locker room secrets—and admitted to past drug use—could be a reputational red flag.
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Especially since Kelce's drug-related past isn't limited to comments. Back in college, the tight end was suspended during his sophomore year at the University of Cincinnati for reportedly failing a drug test for marijuana. That incident likely impacted his NFL draft position. Although he has bounced back with an elite career, such past moments remain embedded in his public narrative.
Swift's romantic history has already been shaped by public heartbreak and reputational fallout.
Whether it's controversial exes or social media spats with former friends, she's learned to keep her circle tight and her tolerance for drama low. In Kelce, fans see a genuine, fun-loving personality—but Swift may be calculating what these resurfaced remarks could mean for her long-term image.
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In the end, love might weather the storm, and this may fade like any other viral moment. But in Taylor Swift's world, even a minor misstep from her partner can become a major media firestorm—and she knows better than anyone how easily narratives can turn.