Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is known for making high-stakes decisions on the field, but recently, he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, made a heartfelt choice off the field: selecting Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce as godparents for their upcoming third child.

With their newest addition expected early next year, the Mahomes have chosen close friends Taylor and Travis for this important role, believing they are the best people for the job.

Patrick and Travis’s friendship is more than just a professional bond. As teammates, they have celebrated Super Bowl victories side by side and forged a relationship that feels more like brotherhood.

This unique connection extends off the field, where Patrick and Travis are known to have a “telepathic” understanding, sharing both football success and personal camaraderie. A source close to the family told The U.S. Sun: “Patrick and Travis are like brothers; they have a connection that goes beyond the field and is mirrored in their true friendship.”

The Mahomes also found a meaningful connection between Brittany and Taylor. The two have become close friends, and their shared bond only reinforced the decision. “Patrick and Brittany love spending time with Travis and Taylor, and they truly believe they’re the best choice to guide their next child,” the source shared.

For Patrick and Brittany, who already have two children, Sterling Skye and Patrick “Bronze” Lavon III, this choice was deeply personal. Taylor has formed a warm relationship with the couple’s children, who have affectionately dubbed Travis “Uncle Travis” and Taylor “Auntie Taylor.” This nurturing relationship has been key in the couple’s decision, as they value Taylor and Travis’s influence and love for their family.

The bond between the Mahomes and the Kelce-Swift couple goes beyond typical friendships, as it feels more like family. According to the insider, “The Mahomes family loves how solid Taylor and Travis are as a couple, and they see that they share values even when they might have different opinions.” For the Mahomes, family is paramount, and Taylor and Travis embody the qualities they cherish most.

This decision highlights the unique family dynamic and enduring friendships between these two power couples, affirming that sometimes, family is about the connections we choose to make.