Is Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce engaged or not? That’s the million-dollar question swirling around Swifties. 

The gossip mill kicked into high gear when legendary football commentator Troy Aikman seemingly dropped a bombshell on the Oct. 9 episode of the Pardon My Take podcast. Aikman claims that he heard a close source talk about Kelce popping the question. 

The Rumor Mill Starts Spinning

Troy Aikman might have misspoke about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce being engaged on MNF pic.twitter.com/g6ttFT1xrS

— Pardon My Take (@PardonMyTake) October 9, 2024

This came after Aikman mistakenly referred to Swift as Kelce’s "missus" during a Monday Night Football broadcast (Oct. 7). Swift was at the Kansas City Chiefs vs. New Orleans Saints game. When the comment was made, cameras were on the pop phenomenon, but she did not react to the statement. 

Aikman revealed that someone had reached out to him, hinting that the couple might actually be engaged. "I might have broken the story," he teased, setting social media ablaze. 

While he didn’t provide further details or reveal the source, the rumor was enough to send Swifties into a frenzy. 

Fan Reactions: Believers vs. Skeptics

Apparently it’s Troy Aikman’s fault lmao. He said someone told him they might be. Which means likely what happened is someone was messing with Troy and he blabbed and the headline blew up.

— Jackie Milom (@Jacquelinemilom) October 10, 2024

Fans quickly took to social media to share their reactions, with many expressing disappointment yet holding on to hope for the future.

One Twitter (X) user said, 'Bummer... my cloud 9 has been burst,' while another shared, 'Oh Troy,' subtly criticizing Aikman for stirring the pot."

Over on Instagram, one fan joked, “Not engaged... yet 👀,” while another chimed in, “Oh jeez. People only say this to get attention. Trust me, we’ll know when they get engaged!”

Swifties remain split, with some believing Aikman might have just spilled some early tea, while others aren’t convinced, noting that if Kelce really proposed, Swift’s fanbase would spread the news faster than wildfire.

Many Swifties are convinced that Aikman was fully aware of the impact his "missus" comment would have during Monday Night Football, viewing it as a calculated move to grab attention. Fans speculate that Aikman intended for his slip-up to make headlines and ignite fan theories about Swift and Kelce's relationship. They feel that by leveraging their fame for his own gain, Aikman is crossing a line and failing to respect the couple's privacy during such a personal time. 

A Fairytale That Began with a Friendship Bracelet

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Their love story first began back in July 2023 when Kelce attended her Eras Tour stop in Kansas City, hoping to give her a friendship bracelet with his number on it. Though he didn’t get the chance to hand it over, the tight end didn’t give up, sliding into her DMs later that summer. 

The couple has since kept things relatively low-key, but Swift's NFL appearances in September 2023 – cheering on the Chiefs and even bonding with Patrick Mahomes’ wife Brittany – hinted at something deeper. After the Chiefs’ Super Bowl LVIII win, Kelce and Swift shared a victorious kiss and whispered the all-important “L-word” on the field.

What’s Next for Taylor and Travis?

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As of now, Kelce and Swift are enjoying their whirlwind romance, with fans keeping a close eye on every public appearance and cryptic social media post. While no engagement has been confirmed, many Swifties are holding out hope. 

With the undeniable chemistry, the sweetness between the two, and their shared public moments, some fans think it’s only a matter of time before Kelce pops the big question. And when that day comes, you can bet Swifties will be the first to know!