Kelly Stafford, wife of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, is extending a heartfelt thank-you to Taylor Swift-not for her music, but for her unexpected impact on Kelly’s podcasting journey.
During a guest appearance on Jana Kramer’s Whine Down podcast, Kelly revealed how Swift’s influence has brought a new wave of female fans to football, boosting the popularity of her own podcast, The Morning After.
Speaking about her segment Timeout, Kelly said, “The Timeout is literally thanks to Taylor Swift because she’s gotten a lot of women into football. It’s about game-day experiences, NFL scores, and even learning the basics of football. We’re starting from scratch to teach.”
Kelly shared that her husband, Matthew, often helps her dive deeper into the complexities of the game. Reflecting on a recent conversation, she confessed, “I looked at him and said, ‘You’re doing a million things before that ball snaps.’ I can’t even imagine it.”
The NFL lifestyle requires some sacrifices
The NFL lifestyle has been a defining part of Kelly’s life, but it hasn’t come without sacrifices. On a recent episode of The Morning After, Kelly candidly discussed the toll 16 years of supporting Matthew’s career has taken.
“My life revolved around a sport and the man I love playing it,” she admitted. “You lose yourself real quick. I look back and think, ‘Where did the time go?'” Despite this, Kelly expressed gratitude for the blessings their NFL journey has brought.
Kelly also didn’t hold back about her feelings on Monday Night Football. In a lighthearted debate with co-host Hank Winchester, she called MNF “terrible,” though Hank disagreed.
Kelly’s voice found a new audience
While navigating the challenges of being an NFL wife, Kelly is carving her own path, with her podcast reaching new heights. Thanks to Swift’s undeniable cultural influence, Kelly has found a fresh audience eager to learn about football and the life behind the game.
Whether discussing football fundamentals or the realities of marriage in the spotlight, Kelly’s voice continues to resonate-now with a little help from Taylor Swift.
