United Kingdom, Sept. 26 -- Travis Kelce is a "fierce competitor", according to teammate Chris Jones.

The 31-year-old star has leapt to the defence of Travis - who is engaged to pop star Taylor Swift - after he was criticised for confronting Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid during their latest game.

Chris told reporters: "I think we're all fierce competitors. We all want to win.

"Sometimes, in the heat of the battle, sometimes emotions show. Sometimes we have confrontations, whether it's with coaches, players ... but I think it's more out of competitive spirit."

Chris doesn't believe Travis, 35, needs to change his approach to the game, in light of recent criticism of his behaviour.

He said: "We all want to succeed. It's the n...