“Way more deceitful and devious”: Jason and Travis Kelce react to mom Donna’s shocking turn on The Traitors

Jason and Travis Kelce are used to seeing elite performances on the football field, but this time, the surprise came from much closer to home. The NFL brothers recently opened up about their mom, Donna Kelce, and her unexpected, headline-grabbing appearance on the reality show The Traitors.Speaking on their popular podcast New Heights, Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce admitted they were both shocked and impressed by how their 73-year-old mother handled herself in the high-stakes competition.Jason did not hold back while sharing his reaction. He praised Donna for stepping into an unfamiliar world and holding her own despite being an easy target as an outsider. According to Jason, watching his mom navigate deception and strategy was eye-opening.He even joked that she was “way more deceitful and devious” than he ever imagined, a comment that quickly caught attention online. Jason also pointed out how difficult it is for someone without reality TV experience to survive in such an intense environment, making Donna’s performance even more impressive.Travis echoed the same pride, saying he loved seeing his mom enjoy the experience. He highlighted how confidently she stood her ground at the round table, even when the pressure was at its peak.For Travis, the moment went beyond gameplay. He said it was special to see Donna having fun, embracing the challenge, and showing viewers that age should never limit new experiences. He also gave a shoutout to comedian Ron Funches for supporting her during the game, especially after it was revealed that she was secretly a Traitor.Donna’s time on The Traitors may have been short, but it was unforgettable. She was revealed as the show’s first-ever “secret Traitor” after being voted out in episode three. Despite the elimination, her exit became one of the most talked-about moments of the season.After leaving the show, Donna shared that playing a Traitor was tough but rewarding. She described the experience as a dream come true and said she felt grateful to be part of something so exciting at this stage of her life.Jason and Travis also revealed that Donna kept most details secret before the episodes aired, choosing not to spoil the surprise for her family. That decision only made the reveal more entertaining for them and for viewers.In the end, Donna Kelce didn’t just surprise contestants on The Traitors she stunned her own sons too. And if their reactions are any indication, Mama Kelce may have just unlocked a whole new fan base far beyond the football world. Also Read: Matthew Stafford’s cold-weather struggles resurface as Rams brace for freezing divisional clash