Travis Kelce is ready for it when it comes to his next chapter.
Nearly three weeks after the Kansas City Chiefs player tied the knot with Taylor Swift at Madison Square Garden, his pal Cris Carter hinted that his upcoming season in the NFL could be his last.
“Andrew [Spruill] and I started with Travis before his rookie year in the NFL,” Carter wrote over a photo shared to Instagram July 20, where he posed with Kelce alongside his training team. “Know the [GOAT] is preparing for THE LAST DANCE. Next stop Canton/HOF.”
And that’s not the only glimpse Carter offered into Kelce’s future. After all, the three-time Super Bowl champ—sporting a black Bearcats T-shirt from his alma mater the University of Cincinnati, matching shorts and red and black Nike sneakers—also showed off his wedding band as he placed an arm around Carter’s shoulder.
Swift and Kelce, both 36, cemented their love story during their New York City ceremony July 3 in front of 1,000 guests. But even with the massive guest list—including Adam Sandler who officiated the nuptials—the event was an intimate family affair.
Instead of having bridesmaids or groomsmen, Swift’s younger brother Austin Swift served as her Man of Honor while Kelce’s brother Jason Kelce stood in as his Best Man.
Just months earlier, Kelce announced he’d be returning to the field for his 14th season amid speculation he was planning to retire.
"HE’S BACK!!!” Kelce and his brother’s New Heights podcast wrote on Instagram March 9. “TRAVIS KELCE IS BACK WITH THE CHIEFS FOR YEAR 14."
The NFL also confirmed that Kelce would be playing for the 2026-2027 season, sharing a video on Instagram with the caption, "He’s not done yet."
Though Kelce hasn’t revealed when he plans to hang up his jersey for good, he previously shared insight into where his head was at following the Chiefs’ rocky 2025-2026 season.
“Who knows? Either [a decision] hits me quick, or I gotta take some time," he told The Kansas City Star in January. "Last year was a little bit easier. I think I knew right away I wanted to give this [year] a shot. I don’t know. We’ll see.”
Keep reading for all the stars who witnessed Swift and Kelce enter their married era...
Anya Taylor-Joy & Kesha
The stars coordinated in stunning black dresses for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's July 3, 2026, wedding.
Jessica Alba & Danny Ramirez
Over 10 years after starring in the "Bad Blood" music video, Alba proved she still has mad love for Swift, attending the ceremony with her boyfriend.
Brad Pitt & Ines de Ramon
After joining the Kelce's for an episode of New Heights, the Oscar winner and the jewelry designer brought their own love story to the festivities.
Dakota Johnson
Come here, dressed in black now, the actress rocked an asymmetrical look for the wedding of the century.
Patrick Mahomes & Brittany Mahomes
The Chiefs QB and his wife shared a photo on the way to see Kelce and Swift reach the endzone in their relationship.
Zoë Kravitz
Best believe Swift's longtime friend—and collaborator on "Lavender Haze"—was bejeweled in a mini dress and strappy heels for the soirée. However, her plus-one was a blank space, since her fiancé Harry Styles (also Swift's ex) performed on London on July 3.
Julian Edelman, Rob Gronkowski & Camille Kostek
"One hell of a (love) story," Edelman wrote on social media while attending the bash with his fellow Patriots alum and Gronk's longtime girlfriend. "Congrats to Taylor and Travis Unbelievable day celebrating two incredible people."
Gabriella Brooks & Liam Hemsworth
Brooks—who also dated Swift's ex Matty Healy—wrote on Instagram, "The night of our lives. Congratulations T[heart]T you are a match made in heaven."
Camila Cabello
The "Havana" singer—who opened for Swift's Reputation tour—was burning red in her deep V dress for the affair at Madison Square Garden.
Gigi Hadid
Swift's longtime bestie looked so gorgeous as she strutted into Madison Square Garden donning a breathtaking pink gown and bombshell hair.
Karlie Kloss & Joshua Kushner
No bad blood here. The former bestie of Swift proved that some hatchets can be buried as she stepped out with her husband for the wedding.
Ed Sheeran & Cherry Seaborn
After the storm, something was indeed born on the Fourth of July for both Sheeran and Seaborn, as well as Swift and Kelce, who will tie the knot July 3.
Hugh Grant & Anna Elisabet Eberstein
After attending the Eras Tour, the actor and his wife showed their love, actually, for Swift and Kelce.
Selena Gomez & Benny Blanco
The "Love You Like a Love Song" singer and music producer couldn't keep their hands to themselves as their celebrated her BFF's wedding to Kelce.
Jimmy Fallon
One for the money, two for the show—the late night host wasn't going to be a no-show for this one.
Machine Gun Kelly
The rapper, who has bonded with Kelce over their shared Ohio hometown, kept it 100 in his signature style.
Jason Sudeikis
The Ted Lasso star—whose ex Olivia Wilde went on to date Swift's ex Harry Styles, fun fact—was in a rush to the main event as he was seen hustling through midtown Manhattan.
Maren Morris
She's got class all over her. The country singer—who appeared on the re-recording of Swift's Fearless album—sported a little black dress.
Gigi Hadid
For the model, it felt like a perfect night to dress up in a sparkling pink 'fit and watch her BFF get married.
Bradley Cooper
A simple tux never goes out of style for a wedding. The Silver Linings Playbook star was dressed to impress in the West Village.
Kelsea Ballerini
And we could tell you, Ballerini opted for green. The country star and longtime fan of Swift stepped out for the wedding.
Miranda Lambert & Brendan McLoughlin
Quite the high profile date night. The "Drunk" singer headed to MSG alongside her husband.
Abigail Anderson
Besties with Swift since the singer sat in class next to a red-head named Abigail, a gilded Anderson attended with husband Charles Berard.
Vanessa Bryant
Kobe Bryant's widow—who has been close to Swift for years—needed no assist to pull off the perfect look, rocking a dress featuring a sweetheart neckline to celebrate the newlywed sweethearts.
Natalia Bryant
The oldest daughter of Kobe and Vanessa Bryant also attended the star-studded nuptials, stepping out in a blue Badgley Mischka gown.
Nikki Glaser
The comedian—who confessed she spent nearly $100,000 to see 22 Eras Tour shows—had her wildest dreams come true seeing Swift say "I do."
Brad Paisley, Kimberly Williams Paisley, Seth Meyers & Alexi Ashe
The celeb couples enjoyed a double date at the wedding of the year.
Tree Paine
Swift's longtime publicist stunned in an off-the-shoulder neutral-hued gown.
Benson Boone
The singer came ready to see all the beautiful things at Swift and Kelce's nuptials.
Melanie Nyema, Shayna Steele, Jeslyn Gorman, Kamilah Marshall & Eliotte Nicole
Swift's backup dancers and singers banded together for the gorgeous occasion. Nicole captioned her post, "The Love Story of the ages has its happy ending."