Travis Kelce Reflects on College Drug Scandal Ahead of Super Bowl III Peat
By Max Winters, New Orleans
As he prepares to lead the Kansas City Chiefs in pursuit of a historic Super Bowl three-peat against the Philadelphia Eagles, Travis Kelce candidly addressed a pivotal moment from his early sports career. The NFL star revealed that the most challenging aspect of a college drugs scandal was the negativity he brought to his family.
Fifteen years ago, Kelce faced a setback when he was temporarily suspended from the University of Cincinnati football team for failing a marijuana drug test after partying in New Orleans. Looking back during an interview ahead of the Super Bowl, he reflected, “Bringing negativity to them was probably the hardest part for me… I always knew I was going to find a way to figure things out.”
Despite the misstep, Kelce managed to return to the team, ultimately becoming one of the NFL’s all-time great tight ends. He acknowledged the significant influence of his older brother, Jason, who advocated on his behalf to the coaches for a second chance, stating, “I owe it all to him… for putting our name – the Kelce name – on the line.”
Kelce has openly discussed this incident in various forums, including his podcast, where he humorously recalled his college days of partying. “I think it was just me not living up to my family’s expectations,” he noted, emphasizing his personal growth since that experience.
As the Chiefs prepare for Sunday’s game, Kelce also dropped hints about a proposal to pop superstar Taylor Swift, showcasing his optimistic view of both his personal and professional trajectory. With a new season ahead, fans can look forward to more from this resilient athlete who overcame early mistakes to achieve greatness.
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