Kansas City Chiefs fans were in for a surprise when the team released a 27-second teaser for a football-themed holiday movie titled ‘Falling for Football’. The teaser hints at a plot centered around a Chiefs super fan who must choose between his love for football and a girl. The film seems to explore the internal struggle the fan faces as he works in a Chiefs souvenir shop, where someone tells him, “You’re not just a fan, it’s your livelihood. It’s the Chiefs or me.” A female character named Amber exclaims, “I hate football,” causing tension between her and the fan. The teaser was released on Tuesday evening, with the team’s social media accounts announcing that the full trailer will air the following day.
The Chiefs’ holiday film features a star-studded cast, including actors such as Janel Parrish from Pretty Little Liars and Canadian actor Tyler Hynes. The cast also includes Travis Kelce’s mom Donna, hip hop artist Tech N9ne, Chiefs players Trey Smith and Tommy Townsend, and former Kansas City star Dante Hall. A poster for the film, shared by the Chiefs, references Taylor Swift’s song ‘Tis the Damn Season’ and bears the phrase ‘Tis the postseason,’ linking it to the NFL playoffs.
Travis Kelce and the Chiefs are set to face the Miami Dolphins in a wild card game this weekend, adding to the anticipation surrounding the film’s release. Despite a bumpy start to the season, the Chiefs secured the top spot in the AFC West with an 11-6 record. The game against the Dolphins is scheduled to kick off at 8 P.M. ET on Saturday.
It is notable that Taylor Swift has played a significant role in the Chiefs’ season, drawing attention to her relationship with tight end Travis Kelce. The release of the teaser clip and poster ahead of the game adds an extra layer of excitement for Chiefs fans.