Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story - Hallmark Channel's Latest Film Featuring Tyler Hynes

Jenna Bush Hager recently shared her experience filming the Hallmark Christmas movie , Holiday Touchdown : A Chiefs Love Story , which revolves around the Kansas City Chiefs football team . She expressed that despite the challenges of filming during Christmastime , she had a great time on set . Bush Hager also mentioned meeting other stars of the movie , which made her feel like she was part of the Hallmark family . She will be seen in the film around Thanksgiving , playing a role that allowed her to be a star for a day.

In the movie , Hunter King will star as Alana , a Chiefs superfan competing in the team 's Fan of the Year contest , while Tyler Hynes will play Derrick , the Director of Fan Engagement for the Chiefs . The unexpected romance between Alana and Derrick is set to unfold during the holiday season . Additionally , the film will feature appearances from Chiefs players such as Trey Smith , Mecole Hardman , Clyde Edwards - Helaire , and George Karlaftis , as well as coaching staff including Andy Reid.

Donna Kelce , mother of Chiefs player Travis Kelce , is also making her debut in the Hallmark movie . She will play the role of Donna , the manager of the Kansas City BBQ Restaurant Norma & Nics . Donna 's involvement in the project was announced on July 13 , and she appears excited and ready to be part of the film . The movie will be a part of Hallmark 's Countdown to Christmas lineup , which promises to be filled with heartwarming romantic comedies and festive cheer for viewers to enjoy.

Actor Tyler Hynes , who is also part of the cast for Holiday Touchdown , shared a behind - the - scenes video featuring Donna Kelce in the midst of filming . The clip shows various cast members at the GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City , Missouri . Hynes shared the video on Instagram , expressing his excitement for the holiday season and the release of the movie . With a star - studded cast and a heartwarming storyline , Holiday Touchdown : A Chiefs Love Story is set to be a feel - good movie that brings together the magic of Christmas and the love for football.