Jonathan Owens, the husband of Olympic phenom Simone Biles, has made headlines not only for his NFL career but also for his unwavering commitment to supporting his wife. Owens, who signed with the Green Bay Packers on May 12, 2023, had a standout season with 84 tackles and a fumble recovery. However, on March 13, 2024, he made a new move, signing a two-year, $4.75 million contract with the Chicago Bears. As Simone Biles prepared for the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Bears stepped up, arranging for Owens to be by her side.
To keep Owens in the loop while he was out cheering for Team USA, the Bears hooked him up with recordings of all the meetings and practices he missed. Head coach Matt Eberflus was all about the love, saying, “That’s a big deal, where he’s supporting the one he loves the most. I think that’s so cool he gets to do that, and we welcome that, and it’s going to be awesome. Go USA.”
Owens couldn’t have been more grateful. He gushed, “I can’t wait to be able to support her. How did I get so lucky? That this is my wife and I get to see someone that’s literally at the pinnacle of her sport and I get to call this my wife.” However, shortly after Biles returned to America from Paris, and despite the sweet gestures by the Bears, she faced criticism from some NFL fans—thanks to a minor fashion mishap.
Amid all the controversy, the Chicago Bears recently announced, “Our initial 53-man roster is set. 🐻⬇️,” on their X handle, confirming that despite missing part of training camp, Simone Biles’ husband, Jonathan Owens, secured his spot on the team. Owens, the Bears’ safety, reposted the update on his own X handle, captioning it, “Year 7 🙌🏽.”
As Owens secured his spot with the Bears, fan reactions started pouring in, with one fan making an unexpected request: “NOW GET HER A NEW JACKET!!!!” The reason? Last season, Biles became known for her game-day fashion, always rocking Owens-themed Packers gear to cheer on her husband. But now that Owens has switched teams to one of the Packers’ biggest rivals, Biles needs a wardrobe update.
The urgency for a new jacket hit home when Simone Biles was spotted in Chicago on August 17th wearing an Owens-themed Packers jacket at a Bears preseason game. The sight of Biles in rival colors at Soldier Field didn’t sit well with many Bears fans, sparking some serious backlash. After all, the Packers and Bears have one of the oldest and most heated rivalries in the NFL, so seeing her in the wrong colors was a bit of a shocker.
The social media criticism came in fast, but Biles kept her cool. Rather than getting into a public spat, she hinted at her frustration on Threads, saying, “The way I be wanting to clap back soooo bad but I gotta stay as classy as possible.” Fans were left wondering what she might have said if she hadn’t held back. But amidst the jacket drama, the real question is: What do other fans have to say about Jonathan Owens’ latest achievement?
Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens’ fans are backing him all the way—jacket drama and all!
Simone Biles, ever the supportive wife, has always found time to cheer on her husband, Jonathan Owens. This year, fans were touched to see Owens return the favor. Owens’ NFL journey started when he signed with the Arizona Cardinals as an undrafted free agent in 2018. He then moved to the Houston Texans, where he made his mark with his first career interception and fumble recovery in 2021. After a stint with the Green Bay Packers, where he scored his first touchdown, Owens signed with the Chicago Bears on March 13, 2024. As Owens celebrated this milestone, one fan perfectly summed it up: “Congratulations 🎉 Truly deserved—year 7 is about to be legendary for you.”
Just like Jonathan Owens flew to Paris to support Simone Biles, it’s now her turn—but she might not be at every game due to her Gold Over America tour. Fans are eager to see her cheer him on, with one saying, “Thank god, we need Biles at the games.” Meanwhile, fans are excited for Owens’ first season with the Bears, with one writing, “Let’s do this.” But after Simone was spotted in a Packers jacket last season, another joked, “Congrats on making the team. Lfg bro. Beat Green Bay”
Despite the criticism, Biles’ decision to stay composed underscores why she’s not just an Olympic champion but also a role model. As the Bears prepare to kick off their season against the Titans on September 8th, fans will be eager to see if Biles continues supporting her husband with her signature style, regardless of the reactions. So, the question remains: when will Biles switch her jacket? Will the couple address their fans’ requests? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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