Caitlin Clark has never been shy about her loyalty to the Kansas City Chiefs. From childhood memories to recent appearances at Arrowhead Stadium, the Indiana Fever star has proudly worn her fandom. But with the Chiefs missing the playoffs for the first time in a decade, Clark may have already found a new team to root for.

And her pick might surprise you!

The Indiana Fever star recently appeared on Jason and Travis Kelce’s New Heights podcast’s last episode of 2025. And when asked who she is rooting for, Clark revealed she’ll be pulling for the New England Patriots in the NFL playoffs, but that’s largely because of one player.

“I’m not cheering for anybody,” Clark admitted after teasing about never-seen-before Nike shoe tech. “I’m a Drake Maye fan. I think he’s been incredible.”

The Patriots have emerged as one of the AFC’s strongest teams behind their young quarterback. And while Clark stopped short of making a firm prediction, she acknowledged she’ll likely be leaning New England’s way once the playoffs begin.

“I’ll probably be pulling for the Patriots,” she said.

Clark also showed appreciation for the competition on the NFC side, noting how impressed she’s been with teams that continue to win despite adversity.

“The [49ers] are really good… they’re the most injured team, but they just still find a way to win,” she added, while also mentioning the Rams and quarterback Sam Darnold as easy teams to root for.

As for Maye, the Patriots quarterback has quickly become one of the league’s brightest young stars. Drafted third overall in 2024, the former North Carolina standout has flourished in his first season, combining efficiency with poise well beyond his years.

His rapid rise, both on the field and as the face of New England’s resurgence, clearly hasn’t gone unnoticed, especially when one of the biggest women’s basketball players is already his fan.

So while the Chiefs won’t be part of this year’s playoff picture, Caitlin Clark will still be watching closely, just with a different storyline pulling her attention this time.

With that said, she also had a prediction for Jason Kelce’s daughter, one that has nothing to do with football.

How Drake Maye and the Patriots earned Caitlin Clark’s attention

As the conversation rolled on, Jason Kelce shared that Clark had sent him a goodie bag featuring her commercial’s tagline. Inside, he discovered a Pop-A-Shot kit, ready for action.

Jason tried a few shots but couldn’t quite manage it with both hands. Eventually, he sunk one from his seat using just his right arm. Then he handed the game over to his oldest daughter, 6-year-old Wyatt Kelce. Wyatt missed her first attempt, then had everyone laughing when she almost fired it like she was pitching a baseball.

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But when she finally made a basket using both hands, Caitlin Clark cheered, “She’s got a future, Jason.”

Clark also had some advice for Jason, who’s been working on dunking. Watching clips of his attempts, she said:

“I think it’s technically easier to jump off one foot than two feet. Jumping off two is probably harder.”

She suggested he start practicing with a tennis ball, then move up to a volleyball before going full basketball. Clark explained that this approach helps nail the motion before tackling the toughest challenge of all.