"Last night was epic." That’s how Claire Kittle, wife of San Francisco 49ers star George Kittle, described her unforgettable evening out with
Taylor Swift and the TEU crew—and judging by the photos, she wasn’t exaggerating.
In a series of Instagram Story posts that ignited Swiftie and NFL fandoms in kind, Claire posted never-before-seen shots from a girls' night out in a Nashville restaurant while at the fifth annual Tight End University (TEU) event.
George Kittle’s wife Claire shares unseen photos of a star-studded night at TEU featuring Taylor Swift
TEU, which debuted in 2021, is more than simply an NFL tight ends skills camp—it's a brotherhood-forming tradition. During three days, league vets and up-and-comers undergo film breakdowns, on-field training, strength & recovery, and some hardcore team bonding.
Among the A-list attendees was Taylor Swift, who accompanied longtime beau
Travis Kelce to the offseason NFL gathering hosted by Kelce, Kittle, and former NFL tight end Greg Olsen.
Claire and Taylor were seen laughing, taking selfies, and having a great time together with Kara Olsen, the wife of Greg Olsen. It's a glimpse of TEU fans don't often get—the sisterhood in support of the brotherhood—and Swift looked perfectly comfortable surrounded by the NFL families.
But Monday night's intimate dinner in Nashville added a high degree of celebrity to the annual ritual. With Taylor Swift among the guests, the night immediately went viral, yet the atmosphere never got out of hand or cool—a genuine "friends and football" vibe.
With this recent TEU gathering, it's safe to say Swift's connections to the Niners are increasing, although her heart remains red and gold for Kansas City.
Claire Kittle's photos with Taylor Swift are more than entertaining celebrity fluff—they point out the key but often hidden role played by women behind the scenes in professional sports. Whether providing support for training, raising funds, raising families, or simply cementing friendships like we witnessed at TEU, the NFL's big family is better with them on board.
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