Travis Kelce grilled by brother Jason Kelce as Taylor Swift song ‘Wood’ sparks wild debate | NFL News

Travis Kelce faced a playful but awkward moment on October 8, 2025, during his podcast New Heights with his brother Jason Kelce. The Kansas City Chiefs star was asked about Taylor Swift’s new track “Wood” from her October 3, 2025, album The Life of a Showgirl. The song has become the most talked-about part of the album because of its bold and suggestive lyrics, which many believe directly describe Travis. Jason teased him about it on air, leading to laughs and lighthearted exchanges.

Jason Kelce teases Travis Kelce about Taylor Swift’s lyrics

Jason Kelce pushed his brother with direct questions about the song. He asked if Travis felt “cocky” about it, clearly hinting at the meaning of the words. Travis laughed, kept his cool, and said he thought the song was “great.” He added that he loves any track where Taylor mentions him. Jason wasn’t ready to stop. He interrupted to point out that “Wood” was not just any casual reference. According to him, the lyrics were very specific and directly about Travis Kelce.Jason Kelce quoted one of the standout lines from the song: “Redwood tree, it ain’t hard to see.” He joked that “redwood” seemed like a very generous choice of word. To make it even funnier, he compared it with what a song about him might sound like, saying it would probably be closer to “Japanese maple.” The exchange made Travis Kelce laugh again, but he chose not to take the teasing too seriously. He simply repeated that the track was a good one and moved the conversation forward.

Taylor Swift explains “Wood” and Travis Kelce’s response

Taylor Swift released her twelfth studio album The Life of a Showgirl on October 3, 2025. One of its most debated songs is “Wood,” which mixes playful metaphors with lines that appear more intimate. The lyrics mention a “redwood tree,” a “magic wand,” and how Travis Kelce finally ended her long streak of unlucky relationships. Fans quickly connected these references to the NFL star, sparking wide discussion across social media and news outlets.Taylor Swift herself explained the song while appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. She said it began as an innocent idea about the superstition of “knocking on wood.” Once she got into the studio, however, the track took on a different tone. She admitted she was not sure how it shifted but laughed while saying she loved the final version. Critics had mixed views. Amanda Petrusich of The New Yorker wrote that Swift sounded “unconvincing when singing about s*x” and called the song full of “cringey double entendres.” Also Read: Ex-NFL Quarterback Mark Sanchez Could Face Up To 16 Years After Explosive Indiana FightThrough all the noise, Travis Kelce has stayed positive. He avoided detailed answers and instead praised Taylor. He said that any time she writes about him, it makes him happy. Jason Kelce may joke on their podcast, and critics may argue over the lyrics, but Travis Kelce has made it clear that he is proud of Taylor and enjoys being part of her music in any way.