The relationship between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has remained one of the most closely followed stories in sports and entertainment over the past two years. As speculation continues to surround the couple's future plans, people who have spent time around them have occasionally offered a glimpse into what their lives are like away from the spotlight.

Among those individuals is San Francisco 49ers star George Kittle, who has had the opportunity to get to know Swift through Tight End University, the annual offseason event he co-founded alongside Kelce and broadcaster Greg Olsen. During a recent conversation, Kittle reflected on his experiences with the global superstar and explained why she has made such a positive impression on those around the event.

His answer had little to do with fame or success.

George Kittle recently praised Taylor Swift while speaking to PEOPLE at this year's Tight End University in Nashville. The NFL star explained that one of the things he appreciates most about the singer is how willing she is to spend time with the people around her, even during an especially busy period in her personal life.

"She's just such an awesome person to give us her time this close to their wedding...So we're just so thankful that they're here." Kittle told PEOPLE.

The tight end went on to explain that Swift's presence at the event is enjoyable because she genuinely seems to enjoy being there. In PEOPLE's exclusive conversation with Kittle, the 49ers star recalled how naturally Swift interacts with players, families and attendees rather than simply making a brief appearance.

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One example that stood out to Kittle was seeing Swift strike up a conversation with his mother during previous TEU events. For the NFL star, moments like those reflect the genuine warmth and approachability that have endeared her to so many people within the football community and made her a welcome presence at the annual gathering.

Taylor Swift's appearances at Tight End University have generated significant attention over the last two years. Her attendance has helped bring additional visibility to the event while creating several memorable moments for both fans and participants.

One of the biggest came during last year's Tight Ends & Friends concert in Nashville, when Swift surprised attendees by taking the stage to perform her hit song 'Shake It Off'. The unexpected performance quickly became one of the most talked-about moments from the event.

"The crowd lost their minds," a source told PEOPLE following the performance. According to the source, Swift also stayed afterwards to thank the band and personally greet the musicians who shared the stage with her.

Whether she has another surprise planned remains to be seen. However, George Kittle's comments suggest that what stands out most to those who know her isn't the performances or the headlines, but the simple way she treats the people around her. That reputation, more than any viral moment or stadium-sized achievement, appears to be the reason she has become such a popular presence within the TEU community.

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