Skip Bayless Suggests Taylor Swift and Brittany Mahomes Are Stealing ‘Focus’ From Chiefs

Sports journalist Skip Bayless and his wife Ernestine Sclafani Bayless expressed exhaustion with the media coverage surrounding Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce, and Brittany Mahomes in a video shared on social media. Ernestine stated she dreads football season specifically due to the resurgence of attention on Swift and Kelce's relationship, questioning if others are also tired of the constant focus.

Ernestine emphasized that the spotlight has shifted away from football itself, noting that every time Kelce makes a play, the broadcast cuts to Swift cheering, and the narrative extends to Brittany Mahomes (wife of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes). She acknowledged Swift's stature as a global celebrity but criticized the overemphasis on her relationship with Kelce, calling it disproportionate compared to other celebrity-athlete pairings.

Skip agreed with his wife's sentiment, adding that Kelce is likely near retirement and suggesting Swift's association with him is a strategic "good look" for her brand. However, Ernestine reiterated her frustration, stating that the persistent coverage feels excessive and lamenting that she must now endure "part two" of the spectacle throughout the season.