The Kelce brothers have done it again—set the internet ablaze with cryptic clues and a tantalizing tease for the January 2 episode of New Heights. NFL stars Jason and Travis Kelce, who host the wildly popular podcast, announced they’ve lined up a “very special guest.” Naturally, fans descended into a chaotic guessing spree worthy of a Super Bowl halftime show.
Could it be the Taylor Swift? Or perhaps WNBA sensation Caitlin Clark? The internet is split, and frankly, we’re here for the drama.
“Finally, Someone the 92%ers Have Been Demanding”
Jason Kelce, the more dad-joke-inclined of the duo, fueled the frenzy with a few well-placed breadcrumbs in their latest episode:
“We’ve been waiting for this one for a long time. You’re going to want to see it, you’re going to want to see him or her,” he said with a smirk that practically screamed “I know you’re dying inside”.
He went further, adding that this guest was someone the “92%ers” (a reference to their loyal fan base) have been clamoring for. Cue the Twitter storm. Swifties mobilized with military precision, invading comment sections with hopes that Taylor Swift, Travis’s alleged better half, might grace the show. But soon, another name began dominating the discourse: Caitlin Clark, Iowa’s basketball wizard and TIME Magazine’s freshly-minted Athlete of the Year.
Taylor Swift or Caitlin Clark? Let the Guessing Games Begin
At first, the idea of Taylor Swift joining New Heights seemed like a no-brainer. After all, her whirlwind romance with Travis Kelce has been the tabloid gift that keeps on giving. A podcast appearance would be an easy win, right? WRONG (probably).
Swift’s schedule is packed tighter than a Chiefs’ red zone defense, and her reputation for maintaining an air of mystique might not align with the Kelces’ anything-goes style. Plus, let’s be real—Taylor Swift talking football? The internet would implode.
Meanwhile, Caitlin Clark checks a lot of boxes. She’s already a New Heights favorite, with both Kelce brothers gushing over her jaw-dropping basketball skills. And let’s not forget her offseason WNBA availability, which aligns perfectly with the timing of the episode. She’s also riding high after her TIME recognition, where she stole headlines not just for her athletic prowess but for her thoughtful takes on social issues, including race in the WNBA.
Clark’s candor, humility, and relatability make her the kind of guest that even non-sports fans would tune in for. Also, who wouldn’t want to hear Jason and Travis try to keep up with her in a conversation about buzzer-beaters and three-point daggers?
The Plot Thickens: A Handwritten Note from Taylor Swift
Oh, but wait—there’s more! According to the TIME piece on Clark, Taylor Swift herself sent Caitlin a handwritten note (because of course she did) saying she and Travis would love to attend a WNBA Fever game together. So now we’re wondering: is this a friendship for the ages, or is it a clever setup for the podcast reveal? Either way, it’s proof that the Taylor-Travis-Clark triangle is the sports-pop culture crossover we didn’t know we needed.
Sarcasm, Hype, and Wild Speculation Galore
The announcement has left fans dangling like an ill-fated fourth-and-goal attempt. Is it Taylor Swift, ready to upend the podcast world? Or Caitlin Clark, bringing her basketball wizardry to the mic?
Or—plot twist—neither? Maybe it’s an entirely different “special guest.” Beyoncé? Santa Claus? Patrick Mahomes in a wig? Let’s face it, the Kelces are the type to throw us all off with a curveball.
So until January 2, the speculation will only grow louder. Swifties will keep dreaming, basketball fans will keep hyping Clark, and the rest of us will sit back and enjoy the chaos.
One thing is for sure: the Kelce brothers know how to keep us guessing—and laughing—all the way to the end zone.
