Unexpectedly, NFL star Travis Kelce appears to be surpassing NBA legend LeBron James in popularity in their shared home state of Ohio, owing in part to the development of his relationship with music superstar Taylor Swift.

“The Shop,” which was hosted by Maverick Carter and Paul Rivera, featured James during Thursday Night Football between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Denver Broncos. Charissa Thompson, a broadcaster, posed the following inquiry: “LeBron, I never imagined the day would come when you would no longer be the most renowned athlete from Northeast Ohio. What emotion does it evoke?

James conceded with a chuckle, “Listen, there are times when you must relinquish the crown to the succeeding individual.” Additionally, he lauded Kelce, attributing a portion of his newfound influence to Swifties, Swift’s illustrious fan base. “With regard to the current situation involving Trav and the Swifties, I am inclined to bestow the crown upon him at this moment,” James declared. “He currently merits it.”

James and Kelce, who were born and raised in Cleveland Heights and Akron, respectively, an hour apart, so the statement of recognition from the NBA’s all-time leading scorer is highly influential. Following this, James made a public appeal for an invitation to the Kelce brothers’ wildly popular podcast, “New Heights.”

James exclaimed on social media, “It’s insane that I can’t get an invitation to join your fantastic show!” The podcast’s account expeditiously extended to the four-time NBA champion a “open invitation at any time.”

People has been informed by sources that Kelce’s relationship with Swift remains casual despite his rising notoriety. “He is quite charming.” “It is more of a social situation than a romantic one,” an insider disclosed. Despite this, Kelce continues to prioritize football, especially as the NFL season approaches its peak.

Kelce’s ascent is indisputable, a trajectory supported not only by his stellar on-field performance but also by his prominent affiliations, putting speculation to rest. Beyoncé was present on Wednesday (October 11) to promote Taylor Swift’s directorial debut with AMC.