AceShowbiz - KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JANUARY 26: Taylor Swift celebrates with Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs after their thrilling 32-29 victory over the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship Game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on January 26, 2025. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Former NFL quarterback Tony Romo, despite never reaching a Super Bowl during his 14-year career, continues to make headlines as a CBS sports analyst. His playful commentary during the 2023-2024 NFL season featured multiple instances where he humorously referred to Taylor Swift as Travis Kelce’s “wife,” long before the couple actually got engaged.

In a recent interview with SiriusXM’s The Morning Mash Up on January 29, Romo, now 45, revealed that his slip was intentional. “I did, kind of, play with the fans a little bit,” he shared, recalling his cheeky comment. “I think I said, ‘his wife.’ I did that on purpose, and people were like, ‘Do you know something?’ I was like, ‘Nah, I just wanted to make you guys think for a second [and] just mess with you a little bit.’”

After mistakenly referring to Swift as Kelce’s “wife” during the December 10, 2023 Chiefs game against the Bills, Romo did it again the following week during a match against the Raiders. He stated, “As you see, Kelce’s wife, Taylor Swift, in the audience.” Realizing his error, he quickly corrected himself, adding, “I’m sorry. Girlfriend!” Veteran broadcaster Jim Nantz, Romo’s co-host, was curious if Romo had insider knowledge, asking if he knew “something we don’t know.”

It turns out, he did not. Since beginning her relationship with Kelce in 2023, the world-renowned pop star Taylor Swift has been a regular feature in televised coverage of the Kansas City Chiefs. Cameras frequently cut to her during games, capturing her reactions to Kelce’s performance and showcasing other celebrities joining her in the Kelce family skybox.

On August 26, 2025, it became official when Kelce and Swift shared a widely discussed Instagram post that confirmed their engagement. In her post, Taylor Swift expressed, “You...” leaving fans excited for the couple’s future.

Romo's playful banter has kept fans engaged throughout the season, proving that his connection to the game remains strong, even as he navigates the world of sports commentary. His ability to generate buzz highlights the intersection of sports and pop culture, particularly as Taylor Swift continues to make waves both on and off the field.