Travis Kelce opened up about public perceptions — and how he hopes people receive him.

The Chiefs tight end, 35, was asked about “the meathead jock stereotype” during an interview with GQ, published on Tuesday, August 12, which drew candid reflections from the athlete.

“I joke about it. It is what it is. I’m just out here living life,” Kelce told the outlet before admitting that the stereotype can weigh on him at times. “[But] I don’t necessarily want everyone to think that I’m an idiot.”

The NFL star, who is dating Taylor Swift and recently helped her announce her forthcoming 12th studio album, added that he’s determined to stay true to himself no matter what the public assumes of him. “There’s always something to learn,” he explained during the interview. “Acting like you’re the smart

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