'I'm protecting me': Kayla Nicole breaks silence on dating after Travis Kelce cheating rumors, says she'll only go public with a ring
Kayla Nicole, Travis Kelce's ex, is redefining her dating life post-breakup (Image via Instagram)
Kayla Nicole, the on-air host and fitness influencer best known for her former relationship with
Kansas City Chiefs
star
Travis Kelce
, is opening up about how her approach to dating has radically changed since their public breakup. Once vocal about her love life,
Nicole
is now focused on privacy, purpose, and self-preservation—drawing a clear boundary between her past and her future.
From NFL spotlight to personal reset: Why Kayla Nicole is staying silent on her love life
Kayla Nicole and Travis Kelce had an on-again, off-again romance that spanned five years, ending in 2022. Their relationship garnered intense media attention, making Nicole a frequent topic of NFL gossip circles. But on her podcast The Pre-Game, Nicole shared how the pressures of being publicly linked to a high-profile athlete took a toll on her perspective.
"I think it does a disservice to women in particular, especially just like young girls," Nicole reflected. "I feel like growing up, that's what I was taught. You have your one, your one and only. But ... this is how my mind works: If I only have one and my one is with someone else because he thinks that that's his one, then I'm just left without my one for the rest of my life."
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Nicole now questions the fairy-tale notion of soulmates, leaning into a more grounded philosophy—one that prioritizes growth, emotional maturity, and timing over fantasy.
No more athlete love: Kayla Nicole jokes about moving on from the sports world
Nicole didn't hold back in explaining her current dating philosophy. She admitted she's now firmly 'out of the athlete stage,' making it clear her romantic preferences have shifted. Instead of NFL stars, she's interested in creatives and executives—individuals who understand structure, privacy, and depth.
'I'm protecting me, and I'm protecting you,' she said, referring to why she'll keep future relationships under wraps unless they're deeply committed. In fact, she said she won't go public with another partner unless there's a ring—or possibly children—involved.
Nicole's candid revelations are about more than just romance. They reflect a larger theme: a woman reclaiming her narrative, setting boundaries, and focusing on authenticity. She's no longer interested in proving anything to the public. Instead, she's prioritizing peace, healing, and meaningful connection—even if that means stepping away from the spotlight that once defined her.
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And with Travis Kelce now famously dating Taylor Swift, Nicole's pivot feels less like heartbreak—and more like a masterclass in self-worth.
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