

Sauce Gardner has stirred the pot of rumors and speculation on social media before making a grand announcement. The New York Jets‘ star cornerback shocked everyone with just one picture involving a superstar lady. Fans began searching more and more about the special person on Sauce Gardner‘s Instagram page.
But do you know this all has connections with the music industry? Yeah, you read that right—Sauce Gardner posted a picture that officially declared his relationship with American rapper Ice Spice. It’s not just any casual post either; this announcement has left fans buzzing and curious about the details behind this unexpected connection. Let’s dive in and uncover the story!
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Who is Sauce Gardner’s girlfriend?
NFL insider Dov Kleiman posted on X on April 1, writing, “Jets star CB Sauce Gardner and rapper Ice Spice appear to have made their relationship public after posting on IG together.” In the pictures that Sauce shared, he was seen calmly conversing with Ice Spice on the side of the street. The rapper was spotted wearing a stunning outfit, complete with bold, big boots that added to her unique style. Meanwhile, the star NFL player appeared to be blushing slightly, showcasing a hint of bashfulness during their interaction. This post immediately fueled speculation that Sauce Gardner and Ice Spice share a deeper connection, suggesting their relationship has become more serious.
Heartwarming: Jets star CB Sauce Gardner and rapper Ice Spice appear to have made their relationship public after posting on IG together.
Congrats to the happy couple ❤️🥹 pic.twitter.com/NEqNTGQgSi
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) April 2, 2025
The news left fans buzzing. It’s not every day you see an NFL star and a rising music sensation in the same spotlight. 25-year-old rapper and actress Ice Spice, whose real name is Isis Naija Gaston, is known for her dazzling and spicy music videos. She has also worked with superstar Nicki Minaj. Both received nominations for the Best Video of the Year award for 2024. Throughout her journey, the breakout star Ice Spice has made a name for herself in the industry with her blockbuster labels: 10K Projects, Capitol, and Polydor.
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Sauce-Ice Spice’s spicy dating rumors
As we mentioned above, Dov Kleiman reported this as a confirmed dating. However, this wasn’t the first time Sauce Gardner and rapper Ice Spice were seen together. Scroll up the NFL insider’s X page a bit, and tadaa… On February 27, 2025, Kleiman spotted Gardner and Ice Spice together at a mall. Spicy, huh?

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08/05/23 – Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner speaks with the media after practice at training camp in Florham Park, NJ. Photo by Bill Kostroun
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But hold your horses! While fans are swooning over this budding couple, Sauce and Spice have not confirmed their dating status. But, hey, they haven’t denied it either.
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And if that wasn’t enough, there have also been rumors of Gardner dating volleyball player Jayden Hackworth. To add even more intrigue, he hasn’t confirmed that as well.
It seems people haven’t spotted Sauce Gardner with Jayden Hackworth—but that’s not the case with Ice Spice. Taylor Swift’s rapper friend, Ice Spice, has been seen having a great time with the Jets cornerback. Let’s see shortly whether this is just a rumor or something more.
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