In a delightful and uniquely candid segment on the Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce podcast, Grammy-winning superstar Michael Bublé offered a definitive, hilarious explanation for his allegiance to the Kansas City Chiefs—a declaration that has less to do with Patrick Mahomes’ highlight reels and everything to do with the power of celebrity friendship. The conversation, which took place during the “More Sh*t Monday” segment, dove into the singer’s Canadian roots, his unwavering primary loyalty, and the high-profile friendships that pulled him into the gravitational field of the reigning NFL dynasty.

Bublé, who hails from Vancouver, Canada, first established his bona fides as a genuine football fan by confirming his long-standing allegiance to the Seattle Seahawks. “I grew up and I still am a Seattle Seahawks fan. I always will be,” he declared, noting that the Seahawks are traditionally the closest NFL team to his hometown.

Defending Against the Bandwagon Charge

However, the singer’s current, highly visible support for the Chiefs has naturally drawn accusations of “bandwagoning”—a familiar slight aimed at any fan who appears to jump on a winning team’s rocket ship. Bublé revealed that this accusation isn’t just leveled by anonymous social media users; it comes from hip-hop royalty.

“Snoop actually Snoop Dogg makes fun of me because he says that I’m like a… he’s like ‘Oh that’s a tough team to be a fan of, you bandwagon,’” Bublé confessed to Kylie Kelce.

The singer quickly mounted his defense, asserting that his connection to the organization predates their recent Super Bowl success. His loyalty, he explained, is rooted in the deep, personal friendships he has forged within the Chiefs’ inner circle, specifically with General Manager Brett Veach and actor Eric Stonestreet.

Chiefs Kingdom by Invitation

Bublé was introduced to the Chiefs family through Eric Stonestreet, the Modern Family star who is a passionate and high-profile native Kansas City supporter. Stonestreet is widely known as a lifelong fan, and a genuine insider who maintains a close rapport with both Veach and Head Coach Andy Reid.

This established connection to the team’s organizational core provided the necessary authenticity for Bublé’s fandom. He noted that he “had become friends with them and knew them before they won,” emphasizing that his cheerleading stems from wanting to see his friends succeed. “I think Brett is such a beautiful guy and… I’m always cheering for him,” he stated. For Bublé, Chiefs Kingdom became a place he was invited into, giving his support a personal, rather than purely athletic, foundation.

The Kelce Line of Division

The conversation naturally pivoted to the awkward truth of the Kelce family: a split allegiance between the Chiefs, where Travis Kelce plays, and the Philadelphia Eagles, the team of Kylie’s husband, Jason Kelce.

Recognizing the deep-seated loyalties on both sides of the famous Super Bowl LVII rivalry, Bublé offered Kylie a highly specific compromise that honors the family’s division while maintaining his own friendships.

He told the host: “I will, I’ll always cheer for the Chiefs unless they’re playing the Eagles.” Kylie, appreciating the gesture, acknowledged the fair terms, stating, “I will keep those Eagles in my heart.” This mutual agreement humorously reflects the enduring nature of sports fandom, where even the closest friendships and family ties are momentarily suspended for a single, defining game.

The “Pancake Eating Motherf***er” Law of Friendship

The most uproarious moment came when Bublé shared an ongoing, aggressive, and highly specialized inside joke he shares with a friend, “Colin,” who is an ardent Eagles supporter.

Colin, who “lives and dies” by his football, suffered the indignity of coming in last place in his fantasy league last year. His punishment: a marathon day at a local IHOP, where he was forced to eat “pancake after pancake after pancake.”

This unfortunate incident provided the origin for a running joke sourced directly from a niche football movie: 2014’s Draft Day, starring Kevin Costner as the general manager of the Cleveland Browns. Bublé explained that every message he now sends to Colin—be it a simple “Good morning” or a heated argument over hockey—is preceded and followed by a vulgar, but surprisingly affectionate, movie quote.

“Every single text that I send him,” Bublé laughed, “I call him a ‘pancake eating motherfucker.’“

The phrase is a reference to a key scene in Draft Day, where Costner’s character, under immense pressure, uses the aggressive, memorable line against a rival GM. By applying the phrase to his friend’s fantasy football punishment, Bublé has transformed the insult into a private term of endearment, illustrating the depth and long-running nature of their bond. It’s a joke that has now transcended the context of football, becoming a defining feature of their shared history.

Bublé’s candid appearance on Kylie Kelce’s podcast provided a refreshing reminder that the NFL, for all its corporate veneer, remains a league defined by personal stories and unexpected human connections. Whether it’s finding fandom through a celebrity friend like Eric Stonestreet or cementing a friendship with a permanent, pancake-related insult, the greatest victories often occur off the field.