We all know that Taylor Swift has had a long dating history (as she should, we have no shade to throw on an adult woman out there having a good time!) but her current fling with NFL superstar Travis Kelce has been getting so much attention from Swifties and football fans alike. Given that Taylor has most often been linked to actors or other musicians, this football romance has caught some people by surprise. When we think about the fact that Travis is a solid 6’5″ with thighs like tree trunks, all we have to say is: GET IT, TAYLOR!
Taylor is far from being the first celebrity to find love (or at least a good time) with a footballer, of course. There is both a long list of female celebs who’ve dated one or more pro players and at least one NFL guy who is a serial celebrity dater himself. Scroll on for a list of celebs who totally get what Taylor sees in Travis since they’ve also appreciated a tight end or two in their day!
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Simone Biles & Jonathan Owens
Simone Biles, who is perhaps the GOAT of women’s gymnastics, recently went from being an NFL girlfriend to an NFL wife. She and Green Bay Packers player Jonathan Owens tied the knot in April 2023 and both have been having a busy fall of competition in their respective sports.
Jessica Simpson & Eric Johnson
Jessica Simpson is an experienced NFL dater. Her husband, Eric Johnson, played in the NFL for several seasons, including a few where he overlapped with Jessica’s ex-boyfriend Tony Romo. Simpson dated Tony from 2007 to 2010 and married Eric in 2014.
Kim Kardashian & Reggie Bush
There are currently rumors swirling that Kim Kardashian. has her eye on NFL player Odell Beckham Jr., and we all know the Kardashian sisters love an athlete! If the rumors are true, it wouldn’t be Kim’s first relationship with an NFL player. She dated Reggie Bush from 2007 to 2010.
Ciara & Russell Wilson
Singer Ciara and Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson have been married since 2016 and have been living a happy family life that includes her son Future from her previous relationship. Ciara recently announced that she’s expecting her fourth child, so their team is just getting bigger!
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Olivia Culpo & Christian McCaffrey
Former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo has been with current San Francisco 49ers star Christian McCaffrey since 2019. While he hasn’t had a chance to get a Super Bowl ring, Olivia’s got a rock of her own now! The pair got engaged in April 2023.
Olivia Munn & Aaron Rodgers
Olivia Munn first met Aaron Rodgers in 2014 and, according to her, didn’t even know he was a football player at the time. The pair dated for just over three years and were rumored to be close to engagement at one point before they called it off. But don’t worry about Aaron, he wasn’t single for long.
Danica Patrick & Aaron Rodgers
See what we mean? Aaron bounced back quickly after his relationship with Olivia Munn and started dating race car driver Danica Patrick. The pair dated from 2018 to 2020 before splitting up. But have no fear, we haven’t seen the last of Aaron on this list!
Shailene Woodley & Aaron Rodgers
Aaron Rodgers? Hmm, that name is starting to feel awfully familiar. Aaron might be the biggest serial celebrity dater in the NFL. He dated and was engaged to actress Shailene Woodley until they split in 2022 after a relationship that lasted less than two years.
Kerry Washington & Nnamdi Asomugha
Though she keeps her marriage extremely private, Kerry Washington has been married to former NFL player Nnamdi Asomugha since 2013. The actress and the former Oakland Raiders player have two children together that they are raising out of the limelight.
Gisele Bündchen & Tom Brady
Before the pair divorced in 2022, Gisele Bündchen and Tom Brady were seen by many as the ultimate NFL power couple. He was at the top of his game, she was the international supermodel, and they had a gorgeous family on the sidelines of multiple Super Bowls. They had a good run!
Hailee Steinfeld & Josh Allen
Even though they’ve been keeping their relationship out of the public eye, eagle eyes have spotted Hailee Steinfeld watching her boyfriend Josh Allen, who plays for the Buffalo Bills, from the sidelines. The pair have been rumored to be dating since spring 2023.
Carrie Underwood & Tony Romo
One of his former girlfriends is a talented blonde who has had multiple hit songs and has also tried her hand at the fashion game. But wait, are we talking about Jessica Simpson or Carrie Underwood? Tony Romo is another NFLer with multiple celeb girlfriends. He dated Carrie for about a year in 2006.
Gabrielle Union & Chris Howard
Before she found love in the NBA and married former professional basketball star Dwyane Wade, Gabrielle Union had a “dysfunctional from day one” marriage to NFL player Chris Howard. The marriage lasted four years and was reportedly filled with infidelity on both sides, according to Gabrielle.
Irina Shayk & Tom Brady
Once Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen announced that they were splitting, the rumor mill kicked in to high gear, wondering who Tom would hook up with next. While there was speculation that maybe Kim Kardashian would throw her hat in the ring, the rumor mill recently reported Tom spending time with model Irina Shayk.
Kristin Cavallari & Jay Cutler
Former reality TV star Kristin Cavallari and Jay Cutler, who played in the NFL for over a decade, including as quarterback for the Chicago Bears, were married from 2013 to 2020. The pair have three children together. Jay recently went Instagram official with his girlfriend Samantha Robertson.
