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It’s a love story, and Taylor Swift just said yes to Travis Kelce. Their engagement has taken over every corner of the internet, from breaking news alerts to Instagram overload to memes spreading at lightning speed.
While the spotlight is firmly on the NFL’s star tight end — whose games often draw just as much attention from fans looking to bet on the NFL — and the world’s most famous pop icon, there are other football-celebrity couples quietly building something of their own.
They may not dominate the headlines like Swift and Kelce’s wedding, but their stories are just as worth following. The real question now is which of them might be the next couple that fans see heading toward an engagement.
Madison Beer and Justin Herbert: Rumored but Ready?
Singer Madison Beer and Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert might not flaunt their relationship the way some other NFL-celebrity couples do, but whispers about the two have been floating around for months.
Beer, who transitioned from viral YouTube covers to chart-topping pop hits, has built a loyal fan base that happens to overlap nicely with the NFL’s younger crowd. Herbert, on the other hand, is already one of the league’s most marketable young quarterbacks. Put them together and you’ve got the makings of a headline-grabbing duo — if they ever decide to make things official.
For now, neither has shared much publicly, which explains why they don’t generate Kelce-Swift–level buzz just yet. Still, that low-key approach only makes fans more curious. Should they confirm the rumors, it’s safe to say the internet would absolutely lose it.
Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon: The Established Pair
Sometimes the next big engagement isn’t about new romance, but about long-standing stability. Enter Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon.
The Eagles running back and Congdon have been together since 2017, and they share a daughter. Congdon has built her own presence online, often posting family snapshots that highlight their close bond, the kind of authentic content that often stands out among the best NFL Instagram accounts.
While the couple keeps things relatively low-key compared to the high-voltage celebrity lifestyle of Swift and Kelce, their longevity makes them strong candidates for the next headline-grabbing engagement.
Congdon’s role as both partner and mom has made her a relatable figure to fans who admire the balance she strikes between family and the public spotlight. If Barkley and Congdon make things official with an engagement, it would be less about shock value and more about celebrating a steady, real love story.
Jahmyr Gibbs and Nicole Anderson: A Young Duo on the Rise
Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs is quickly making a name for himself as one of the NFL’s most exciting young talents, and by his side is his girlfriend, Nicole Anderson. With Korean and Swedish roots, Anderson began dating Gibbs in early 2023 and has been building her own career as a real estate agent.
She’s active on social media, often sharing snapshots of their life and showing support for Gibbs on game days. While their relationship is still relatively new, Gibbs’ growing star power means Anderson is bound to get more attention, too. The two seem to have found a balance between chasing their own goals and lifting each other up — the kind of foundation that could easily make them one of the league’s next big couples to watch.
Brock Bowers and Cameron Newell Rose: The Rookie Romance
Every season brings a wave of new NFL players, and with them come new love stories. Brock Bowers, the Raiders’ rookie tight end, is already one of the most hyped first-year players in the league. His girlfriend, Cameron Newell Rose, is part of that journey.
Rose, who studied at the University of Tennessee, is navigating the challenges of a long-distance relationship as Bowers embarks on his professional career. Their story is classic young-love-meets-NFL-dreams, and while they’re still early in their journey, it wouldn’t be shocking to see them grow into one of the league’s most visible young couples.
Tip: Rookie years can be some of the most stressful for NFL players, making having a supportive partner even more crucial.
Alix Earle and Braxton Berrios: Social Media Meets the NFL
If there’s one couple with “engagement watch” potential, it’s Miami Dolphins wideout Braxton Berrios and TikTok star Alix Earle. Their relationship started with rumors in early 2023, then moved into official territory when Earle dropped the “boyfriend” line during a Call Her Daddy live podcast later that year.
By the time they celebrated their one-year anniversary in 2024, the pair was posting heartfelt tributes that made fans swoon. Earle gushed about finding her “other half,” while Berrios called it “the happiest year” of his life. Their story has the kind of public yet genuine feel that followers crave.
Add in the fact that Earle’s massive social media presence gives the couple crossover reach that rivals Swift and Kelce, and you can see why fans wouldn’t be surprised if an engagement ring appeared soon.
Fun fact: Berrios admitted that the couple grew closer while he rehabbed a season-ending knee injury. That kind of challenge can either strain a relationship or strengthen it. For these two, it clearly brought them closer.
Justin Reid and Marissa Rand: A Steady Kansas City Connection
While Travis Kelce’s love life often steals the show in Kansas City, safety Justin Reid has a relationship that deserves its own recognition. He’s been with Marissa Rand, who has created a strong presence online by focusing on lifestyle content, wellness, and advocacy.
Rand’s approach feels refreshing compared to the usual chaos of NFL headlines. She shares uplifting, professional, and personal insights that highlight a grounded side to their partnership. If Reid continues to play a big role in the Chiefs’ success, it wouldn’t be surprising if fans start noticing the person supporting him from the stands — someone who brings her own influence and positivity to the mix.
Who’s Next to Say Yes?
The Swift–Kelce engagement set a new bar for what it means to be a high-profile couple in sports and entertainment. Still, they’re far from the only duo that fans should keep an eye on. From longtime partners like Saquon Barkley and Anna Congdon, to rising names like Jahmyr Gibbs and Nicole Anderson, to the whispered connection between Justin Herbert and Madison Beer, there’s no shortage of storylines waiting to break through.
Big life moments — proposals, weddings, even growing families — give fans a way to connect with players beyond the box score. Whether it’s a social media star cheering on her boyfriend or a rookie sharing the ride with his college love, these relationships help bring the human side of the NFL into focus.
What Swift and Kelce proved is that football and celebrity culture aren’t just intersecting anymore — they’re overlapping in a way we’ve never seen. Somewhere in that mix, the next headline-making engagement is just around the corner.
