Taylor Swift reacts to Jason Kelce's phone theft incident

Taylor Swift And Travis Kelce have shown strong support Jason Kelce after he was involved in a tense altercation at a college football game in which he threw a fan's phone to the ground after making a homophobic remark to his brother.

The altercation occurred Saturday at Penn State, where Jason was in attendance as a guest analyst for ESPN's “College GameDay” coverage. In a video that has since been shared widely, a fan can be heard shouting “Hey Kelce!” How come your brother is an idiot for dating Taylor Swift?” The homophobic comment clearly struck a nerve with Jason, who stopped abruptly, turned around to confront the person, grabbed the fan's phone and it slammed onto the floor.

Taylor Swift, who has been publicly dating Travis Kelce since last fall, privately responded to the incident with a sense of pride and appreciation.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce 'shocked' over Jason Kelce incident

This was announced by a source close to the couple DailyMail“Taylor and Travis were both really shocked by this, considering Jason is one of the nicest guys in the world.” It really became clear how much he loves and respects Taylor. Travis means the world to him.”

“Using the word f–ggot is not okay for him or anyone,” the source added. “This fan crossed the line. Jason will never tolerate anyone insulting his family and he now considers Taylor family.”

Jason Kelce has not yet commented on the incident.

Jason Kelce receives support after phone smashing controversy

After video of the confrontation surfaced online, fans of both the Kelce brothers and Taylor Swift praised Jason for fighting back against the homophobic remark. Many applauded the retired NFL player for his unwavering support and quick defense of his brother, and fans took to social media to express their admiration for his loyalty and willingness to take a stand.

“Good for Jason,” said one X user. “This guy is a loser.”

“Kudos to Jason Kelce,” another wrote in a social media post. “He's not someone you want to mess with, especially if you're badmouthing his brother.”

Additionally, Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas wrote on X: “I shouldn’t say that, but whatever. I appreciate Jason Kelce standing up for his family.”

Travis Kelce and Jason Kelce have a close brotherhood

The Kelce brothers were born just two years apart – Jason in 1987 and Travis in 1989 – and grew up in Ohio. From a young age, they became each other's greatest supporters and occasional rivals.

The Kelce brothers also co-host the popular podcast New Heights, where they share personal stories, discuss sports news and playfully poke fun at each other. Through the podcast, fans get an intimate look into their relationship, which is characterized by a mix of friendly rivalry and unwavering support.

Their close, often humorous bond shines through, demonstrating a bond that is celebrated both on and off the field.

Jason Kelce supports Travis Kelce's relationship with Taylor Swift

Jason Kelce has publicly supported his brother's relationship with Taylor Swift. From teasing Travis to dating one of the biggest pop stars in the world to openly discussing their relationship on his and Travis' podcast New Heights, Jason has embraced the spotlight that comes with his brother's high-profile romance.

Speaking of the podcast, Jason and Travis Kelce recently capitalized on its success and signed a major deal with Amazon Wondery. Valued at over $100 million, this partnership is a significant milestone in podcasting and is designed to extend the reach of the Kelce brothers' distinctive sports commentary and personal insights to an even broader audience.

Jason and Travis launch new cereal: Kelce Mix

Beyond their podcast, Travis and Jason Kelce have ventured into the world of breakfast by creating a unique cereal mash-up that combines not one, not two, but three classic favorites – Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Lucky Charms and Reese's Puffs.

“I said I would eat an entire box of Reese's Puffs cereal in one sitting, and while I stand by that, our creation might just be the new MVP of the cereal department,” Travis said in a statement The New York Post. “Growing up, we went through two to three boxes of our favorite cereals a week, so partnering with General Mills is a full-circle moment for us.”

Jason Kelce's upcoming public appearance is scheduled for Monday night in Kansas City, where he will be part of the ESPN broadcast team covering the Chiefs' game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.