Excitement is in the air in New Orleans, where the city is abuzz with the anticipation of Super Bowl 2025. One person reveling in this fervor is Camille Kostek, who is fully immersed in the joyous atmosphere of the city and the thrilling football event that looms ahead.
Kostek, whose personal connection to football comes from her long-term relationship with retired NFL player Rob Gronkowski, is particularly effervescent during these times. She and Gronkowski have been an item since 2015 and this Super Bowl without his participation has a different tinge to it.
With fondness, she took part in Saturday’s celebratory parade. There, she shared the limelight with Raising Cane’s owner and founder, Todd Graves, who was bestowed the honor of parade king. Sharing these joyous moments alongside public figures like Graves added a unique element to her pre-Super Bowl itinerary.
Choosing specific memorable moments is a challenging task for Kostek, attributing this to Gronkowski’s infectious humor and flair. Gronkowski had a fruitful NFL career, first with the New England Patriots and later the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, concluding his professional journey in 2021.
As the Super Bowl 2025 draws nearer, Kostek reflects on the shift of perspective. Unlike previous years where she was an ardent supporter of her partner from the crowd, this year she anticipates enjoying the game as an ordinary football enthusiast.
Kostek expressed her sentiments, stating that while it was thrilling to be personally connected to a player on the field, she did feel a sense of relief this time around. She’s expecting a closely contested match, hoping for an exciting watch rather than a dominating performance from one side.
She elaborated further, ‘While it’s incredible to passionately cheer for a loved one on the field, fighting for the ultimate win, this Super Bowl is a bit more laid-back for me. It’s about the love of the game. I want a balanced match, if you understand what I’m hinting at?’
With only a handful of hours remaining before Super Bowl 2025 kicks off, Kostek confessed having mixed emotions about the impending match. The Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles are set to take the stage, sparking a whirlwind of conflicted sentiments in her.
One of the reasons behind her divided allegiance stems from her personal connection to Brittany Mahomes, a fellow swim sister. Consequently, Kostek finds a part of her rooting for the Chiefs in support of her friend.
However, she admits it’s a complex situation. For years, she’s harbored a resistance towards supporting the Chiefs, often rooting for their defeat in the AFC Championship. This year though, the dynamics are different, given Gronkowski’s retirement.
Collectively weighing her emotions and past sentiments, she conveys, ‘I’m finding myself in a situation of divided loyalties. My sentiments are tilting towards Philadelphia, but given the form of the Chiefs and out of camaraderie for Brittany, I wouldn’t be surprised if the Chiefs emerge victorious.’
Despite her multi-layered sentiments for the game, Kostek’s enthusiasm for the Super Bowl remains undiminished. She approaches the game with anticipation and excitement, eager for a riveting match. The outcome, however, remains a suspense until the nail-biting conclusion on the field.
In essence, Super Bowl 2025 paints a unique scenario for Camille Kostek. It’s a blend of personal associations, friendships, past experiences, and simply the unabated thrill of football that shapes her perspective this time. As the world awaits the final kickoff, so does she, with bated breath and a heart full of excitement.