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Denver activated center Luke Wattenberg from injured reserve to the 53-man roster and placed quarterback Bo Nix on IR ahead of the AFC Championship Game vs. the Patriots. The team also elevated wide receivers Michael Bandy and Elijah Moore from the practice squad. Wattenberg started every snap in Denver’s first 15 games before missing four weeks; Nix suffered a season-ending ankle injury in the Divisional Round.
Travis Kelce's energetic and passionate leadership has set the standard for the Kansas City Chiefs as they head to Super Bowl LVIII. Known for his high-profile status and relationship with Taylor Swift, Kelce's determination and impact on and off the field have been evident, even during a season of fluctuating performance. His energy and mindset have inspired his teammates, with quarterback Patrick Mahomes praising Kelce's work ethic and leadership. As the Chiefs prepare for the Super Bowl, Kelce's enthusiasm and drive continue to be a driving force for the team.
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, who is currently with the Washington Commanders, reportedly worked with the Chiefs' offense before their AFC Championship Game against the Baltimore Ravens, sparking energy and intensity. Head coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes spoke highly of Bieniemy's impact, with Mahomes expressing regret for possibly taking his coaching for granted. With Bieniemy now an experienced coordinator on the open market, there is speculation about a potential return to the Chiefs next season.
Travis Kelce's ambiguous response to whether Taylor Swift will make it to Super Bowl 2024 has sparked speculation, as the pop superstar is scheduled to perform in Tokyo just a day before the game. Swift, who has been dating Kelce since the summer, has attended 12 Chiefs games this season and is expected to fly from Japan to Nevada hours before kickoff. The couple's relationship began after Kelce publicly expressed interest in Swift on his podcast, and they have since spent significant time together.
Kansas City Chiefs' All-Pro left guard Joe Thuney is uncertain about his return for Super Bowl LVIII after missing the AFC Championship Game due to a pectoral injury. Coach Andy Reid considers his chances "slim," with Nick Allegretti preparing to fill in. Thuney, a three-time Super Bowl champion, expressed pride in Allegretti's performance and hopes he will excel if he remains in the starting role.
Donna Kelce, mother of NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce, shared a Facebook cover photo featuring her son's girlfriend, Taylor Swift, ahead of Super Bowl LVIII, explaining that it was a spontaneous shot of everyone celebrating the Chiefs' AFC Championship win. She expressed excitement for her son's second consecutive Super Bowl appearance and plans to enjoy the experience, including attending shows and parties.
A Pennsylvania man has been charged with illegally flying a drone over Baltimore’s M&T Bank Stadium during the AFC championship game, prompting security to temporarily suspend the game. Matthew Hebert, 44, faces three felony counts related to operating an unregistered drone, serving as an airman without a certificate, and violating national defense airspace. If convicted, he faces a maximum of three years in federal prison for knowingly operating an unregistered drone and for knowingly serving as an airman without an airman’s certificate, and a maximum of one year for willfully violating United States national defense airspace.
Former Army Rangers' jewelry company, Wove, has seen a 2,000% increase in sales after Taylor Swift wore their diamond tennis bracelet at the AFC Championship game. The company, founded by Andrew Wolgemuth and Brian Elliott, focuses on custom jewelry and employs a workforce of 50% veterans. The bracelet was ordered by NFL player Travis Kelce as a Christmas gift for Swift, leading to a surge in sales and web traffic for Wove. The company aims to make custom jewelry accessible to a wide audience, particularly military members, and ships replicas to deployed customers.
A Pennsylvania man has been charged with illegally flying a drone over M&T Bank Stadium during the AFC championship game between the Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs. The drone was tracked to its landing spot at a nearby house, where the man controlling it, Matthew Herbert, was found. He faces charges for operating an unregistered drone and flying it in restricted airspace, with a potential maximum sentence of four years.
A Pennsylvania man, Matthew Hebert, has been charged with illegally flying a drone over M&T Bank Stadium during the Chiefs-Ravens AFC championship game, prompting an "administrative timeout." Hebert, who was wearing a Ravens jersey, flew the unregistered drone from a nearby house, violating a temporary flight restriction. He faces federal charges for operating the drone without a license and in restricted airspace, with a maximum sentence of four years if convicted.
Matthew Hebet from Pennsylvania has been federally charged for flying a drone over M&T Bank Stadium during the AFC Championship game, violating a temporary flight restriction and posing a significant security risk. If convicted, he faces a maximum sentence of three years in federal prison for operating an unregistered UAS and one year for willfully violating United States National Defense Airspace.
The Baltimore Ravens plan to involve quarterback Lamar Jackson more in the team's offensive setup after a season in which he set career highs under offensive coordinator Todd Monken. Despite Jackson's success, questions linger about his ability to lead the Ravens to a Super Bowl following their AFC Championship Game loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Ravens coach John Harbaugh and general manager Eric DeCosta both expressed confidence in Jackson's abilities and willingness to contribute to the team's offensive strategies.
Ravens head coach John Harbaugh addressed criticism of the team's minimal rushing attempts in their AFC Championship Game loss to the Chiefs, attributing it to Kansas City's early offensive success and the team's need to play from behind. While acknowledging the football perspective, Harbaugh emphasized the necessity of being willing to run the ball against the Chiefs, stating that their current approach is not conducive to winning an AFC Championship Game. The Ravens will need to reevaluate their game plan for future matches in order to achieve their goals next season.
Taylor Swift caused a stir by wearing a diamond friendship bracelet with her and Travis Kelce’s couple nickname at the AFC championship game, prompting the jewelry brand Wove to release a more affordable sterling silver version. Kelce, who gifted the original bracelet, reacted positively to the news. Swift also wore other meaningful jewelry, including a gift from Kelce's mother.
Brittany Mahomes posts a cryptic quote on Instagram after fans criticized her for her interaction with a stadium employee following the AFC Championship game. The video, posted on TikTok, shows her asking the employee, "Where do we go from here?" with a finger twirl, sparking online debate about her behavior. This comes as her brother-in-law, Jackson Mahomes, faced legal issues, but the family is expected to attend the upcoming Super Bowl.