Jeff Jarrett, an AEW star and influential figure within the promotion, has extended an unexpected invitation to NFL player Travis Kelce. Known both as a part-time wrestler and Director of Business Development at AEW, Jarrett publicly invited Kelce to step into the AEW ring, linking the offer to Kelce’s recent engagement to singer Taylor Swift and their shared connections.
Jarrett’s Invitation to Travis Kelce Highlights Unique Connection
Jeff Jarrett recently spoke with TMZ Sports, where he expressed enthusiasm about the possibility of Travis Kelce appearing in AEW. He mentioned a playful gesture aimed at Kelce, referencing a “guitar shot” prepared especially for him. Jarrett joked that although Kelce has been close to music through his engagement to Taylor Swift, he has yet to experience this wrestling tradition. Jarrett clearly indicated that the AEW door remains open for Kelce whenever he chooses to accept the challenge, showcasing the promotion’s willingness to welcome new personalities from outside wrestling.
“I would love for Kelce to step into an AEW ring. And I’ll tell you one thing – we’ve got a guitar shot waiting for him. He’s been around music for a while, but I don’t think he’s ever taken a guitar shot, Steve. So, I’ve got one ready for Travis. But seriously, I’d welcome him into an AEW ring anytime. (…) When that time comes, the door will be open at AEW,” he said.—Jeff Jarrett, AEW star and Director of Business Development
Jarrett and Swift’s Shared Past Adds Personal Dimension
The background behind this invitation becomes more intriguing given Jeff Jarrett’s close ties to Taylor Swift. Jarrett revealed on Sportskeeda’s WrestleBinge that he and Swift attended the same high school and even lived close to one another near Oker Lake. More personally, Swift once cared for Jarrett’s children during a difficult period when his wife was ill. This longstanding connection enhances the significance of the invitation extended to Kelce, Swift’s fiancé, blending Jarrett’s wrestling world with this notable personal relationship.
“Taylor went to the same high school, you know, just the same school system. I lived on Oker Lake. That time she lived on Oker Lake literally a mile from my house and she just started playing some songs and I kinda will never forget it, you know, I had a lot going on in my life at that time,”—Jeff Jarrett, AEW star
Future Possibilities for Kelce and Swift in AEW
With Travis Kelce now engaged to Taylor Swift and Jarrett’s open invitation, fans and observers may anticipate a crossover between wrestling and football entertainment. If Kelce accepts the challenge to appear in AEW, it would add a fresh element to the promotion and potentially garner wider attention. Meanwhile, Swift’s past connection to Jarrett leaves open the possibility of further intersections between music, sports, and wrestling.
This invitation reflects AEW’s ongoing strategy to bring diverse personalities into its environment and Jeff Jarrett’s role in blending personal relationships with professional opportunities. The potential involvement of Kelce could introduce a new audience to AEW, continuing the promotion’s growth beyond traditional wrestling fans.
