Why the bond between Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, along with their aspiration for a third consecutive championship, might be threatened by political issues.

Many experts consider the Kansas City Chiefs to be the new dynasty of the NFL, and it’s hard to dispute that claim: with three Super Bowl victories in the past five years, Andy Reid’s team has become the one to beat in the league. This season, they started as favorites to win the Lombardi Trophy again and aim for a historic three-peat in the Super Bowl era.

During the preseason, the addition of rookie receiver Xavier Worthy gave hope to the back-to-back champions. However, since the regular season kicked off, their performance hasn’t been stellar, despite a 3-0 record. The Chiefs have secured wins against the Ravens, Bengals, and Falcons largely due to their defense and some key plays that pulled them through.

Amid all this, one notable issue has emerged: the lack of chemistry between the Chiefs’ star players, Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. In three games, Kelce has only recorded 8 receptions (ranking No. 95 in the NFL) for 69 yards (No. 118) and has yet to score a touchdown (No. 92). Although he is considered one of the top tight ends, something seems to be off in his connection with Mahomes.

Some fans and analysts speculate that it could be due to changes in the Chiefs’ offensive line, Kelce’s age, or adjustments from opposing teams that have made it harder for him to get open. However, the underlying issue may be related to their personal lives, involving their partners: Brittany Mahomes (Patrick’s wife) and pop superstar Taylor Swift (Kelce’s girlfriend).