Topic / Subject
A Craig Carton clip is fueling an unverified rumor that Travis Kelce wants to leave the Chiefs for the New York Giants — with the “NYC with Taylor Swift” angle layered on top by the internet.

TL;DR
This is “media-market fanfic” right now: Carton frames it as a rumor, and nothing in the linked reporting confirms Kelce-to-Giants is real.

Key Details

• The Comeback reports Craig Carton said on his show that “the rumor” is Kelce wants to play for the New York Giants and not return to Kansas City.
• NFL.com and FOX Sports report Andy Reid said there is “communication” with Kelce about his 2026 future.
• None of the linked coverage confirms Kelce wants the Giants or that the Giants are pursuing him.
• The “live in NYC with Swift” rationale is speculation layered onto the original rumor.

Breakdown
This is how offseason rumors go viral: one loud line on a show becomes a headline, and the timeline treats it like a transaction.

Carton’s phrasing matters. Per The Comeback recap, he’s not presenting this as sourced reporting with named insiders — he’s presenting it as “the rumor.” That’s a huge difference between “here’s what’s happening” and “here’s what people are saying.”

Meanwhile, the only solid, mainstream update in the intake is from Reid: there’s “communication.” That’s not a commitment to return, and it’s not a hint at New York — it’s basically the standard “we’re talking” message.

Once you attach the Giants and NYC and Swift, it becomes an easy story for the internet to spread. But the easy story isn’t automatically the true story.

What We Know

• Carton discussed a “rumor” connecting Kelce to the Giants (as relayed by The Comeback).
• Reid has publicly acknowledged ongoing communication with Kelce about his future (per NFL.com and FOX Sports).

What We Don’t Know

• Whether Kelce actually wants New York.
• Whether the Giants have any real interest or plan in place.
• Whether Kelce’s decision is about football, retirement, family life, media work, or something else.

What Would Confirm It

• Reporting from major NFL insiders/outlets stating the Giants are pursuing Kelce (or Kelce is seeking them) with concrete details.
• A statement from Kelce/his representatives or a clear Chiefs/Giants leak.
• Any contract/transaction step (release, trade talks, meeting request) confirmed by credible reporting.

Can This Actually Happen?
In theory, yes — but the mechanism matters. If Kelce is under contract, it would require a trade or release. If he’s a free agent, it would require a normal signing process. The intake does not confirm which path is even in play, only that his status is unresolved and the Chiefs are communicating.

Would It Even Make Sense?
From a football standpoint, it depends on role and timeline — and from a life standpoint, the NYC narrative is the part the internet loves, not the part that’s verified. If Kelce’s priority is competing for a title, the “best football situation” and the “best lifestyle situation” aren’t always the same.

Verdict Box
Likelihood: Low
Why: The core claim is presented as a rumor from a media personality and isn’t backed by additional reporting in the linked sources.

What to Watch Next

• Any follow-up from credible NFL reporters either debunking or advancing the Giants angle
• A clearer signal from Kelce on whether he’s returning, retiring, or exploring options
• Chiefs roster/strategy moves that hint at planning with or without Kelce

Sources

• The Comeback — “Travis Kelce reportedly looking to leave Chiefs”
• NFL.com — “Andy Reid: Chiefs have had talks with Travis Kelce…”
• FOX Sports — “Travis Kelce Returning? Chiefs HC Andy Reid Says There’s Been ‘Communication’”

Comment
Do you want Kelce rumors treated like “fun chatter,” or do you prefer hard sourcing before anyone runs with it?