The emotional rollercoaster of being a Philadelphia Eagles fan is something Kylie Kelce knows all too well. The sting of watching her team's 21-0 lead against the Dallas Cowboys evaporate into a crushing 24-21 defeat was particularly bitter. Yet, that heartbreak has quickly been channelled into a new, deeply personal mission as the NFL's Thanksgiving schedule delivers a game with major family significance.
From Eagles Heartbreak to Chiefs Cheerleader
Kylie Kelce's focus has decisively shifted from the Eagles' collapse to a primetime showdown with family ties. This Thanksgiving, the Dallas Cowboys will host the Kansas City Chiefs, giving her brother-in-law, Travis Kelce, the national spotlight. She did not mince words when stating her allegiance to her listeners.
"Speaking of Thanksgiving football," Kelce declared. "Don't root for the Cowboys and do root for the Chiefs. Let's go, Uncle Trav… I'm so sick of the idea that the Cowboys are America's Team. So, they can kiss my ass and, you guessed it, get f***ed."
A Deep-Seated Rivalry and Family Pride
This is not just a reaction to one game. Kylie's frustration with the Dallas Cowboys and their "America's Team" moniker runs deep, a narrative she believes has overstayed its welcome since the late 1970s. For her, this week is about family pride and a chance for payback.
The statistics back her confidence in her brother-in-law. Travis Kelce has faced the Cowboys three times in his career, amassing an impressive twelve receptions for 147 yards and a touchdown. He even added a rare rushing touchdown to his resume against them. If he can match that level of production on Thursday, it could spell a memorable night for the Kansas City Chiefs.
While his high-profile relationship with Taylor Swift has brought unprecedented attention to the Chiefs, his on-field prowess remains the main story. Kylie recently celebrated a significant milestone for Travis, as he broke the Chiefs' all-time touchdown record, surpassing the previous record holder, Priest Holmes.
A Rare and Highly-Anticipated Thanksgiving Clash
This Thanksgiving matchup is a rarity in the NFL schedule. Since 1970, the Cowboys and Chiefs have met only twelve times. Their most recent encounter was in 2021, and the last time the Chiefs visited Dallas was back in 2017. The league clearly understood the weight of this year's meeting, slotting it for a massive national audience.
The game will air on CBS with the renowned commentary team of Jim Nantz, Tony Romo, and Tracy Wolfson, guaranteeing a huge viewership. Kylie Kelce is hoping a large portion of that audience will be cheering against Dallas. For her, this is personal, passionate, and entirely family-driven.
The Chiefs are fighting to maintain their position in the AFC playoff hunt. The day after this high-stakes game, the Philadelphia Eagles have their own crucial matchup against the Chicago Bears. It is shaping up to be an emotionally charged holiday stretch in the Kelce household, and Kylie has made it abundantly clear where the country's support should lie.
