Jonathan Owens’s usual pre-gameday routine? He wakes up, gets dressed, and eats a bowl of spaghetti with meat sauce for breakfast. Marching on to Soldier Field, he Face-times his wife. Long distance is a staple for couples who are professional athletes, but this weekend was special. The Gold Over America Tour duties are over for now. So, a date night with cocktails and dinner was in order, post which, Biles arrived to support her favorite safety on the Sunday NFL game.

Dolled up in Bears gear, a white overall outfit seems to be Biles’s go-to style for her NFL outings — a white hoodie with Chicago lettering up front, white leggings, and black boots. It is certainly routine stuff for Biles as the bye-week last month saw Owens helping the seven-time Olympic gold medalist with her stunts, visiting arcade games, luxurious shopping spree, and many restaurants. So, what really ticked off NFL fans?

Could it be because the Bears were not able to win a single game ever since they came out of the bye? Well, it was the third game since the bye week ended and the Week-10 game against the New England Patriots was a no-show again with the Bears losing out 19-3 to a six-point road underdog. Not only that but the Patriots’ nine sacks were tied for the second-most in a game in franchise history! The Bears now stand at 4-5, but apparently, even that wasn’t it for NFL fans to get hot under their collar!

On November 10, the NFL’s official X account shared a snap — featuring Simone Biles kissing Jonathan Owens on the stands — with a simple heart emoticon.

They had just this sentiment as followers stormed into the comments: What’s the relevance of the NFL posting this meet-cute picture? And the comments range from sheer annoyance to bewilderment. Even The Detroit Times couldn’t get their heads wrapped around it. Check them out!

Users question the NFL’s intent behind the Biles-Owens post

Oh, you heard that right! While Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens were the golden duo of the Paris Olympics and the Gold Over America tour, the vibe shifted this time around. Quick jibes were first thrown at the couple; some weren’t quite as warm and others voiced their disapproval. One user even dropped a snarky comment, calling Jonathan “Mr. and Mrs. Simone Biles.” It looks like it came from when an NFL commentator called Owens “Mr. Biles” after he scored a touchdown during the Chicago Bears vs. Tennessee Titans game.

And oh, it didn’t stop there! Another user chimed in, poking fun at the situation, saying, “Isn’t it crazy that football fans just want to see football, especially from the NFL page? 😂 But hey, any chance they get to tag an account with 2+ million followers, you know they’re taking it! 😂” While the NFL’s official page boasts a whopping 37 million followers on X, Simone Biles has her own loyal following that is 2 million strong!

Reactions just kept pouring in! Even the Detroit Times couldn’t resist chiming in, commenting, “Congratulations on their awesome relationship but I don’t think anyone needed this post 😭”

Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens, who first connected on a dating app in 2020, quickly became a fan-favorite power couple. They tied the knot in 2023, capturing everyone’s attention. Their strong bond is undeniable. But fans were left scratching their heads, trying to figure out the connection between their heartwarming moment and the actual game. One fan even quipped, “please go home,” adding to the confusion.

One user couldn’t help but ask, “Who are these two? And what’s this got to do with football?” On one side, you’ve got Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in U.S. history, with eleven Olympic medals to her name—including four from the Paris Olympics. On the other, there’s Jonathan Owens, a professional football safety for the Chicago Bears, living his NFL dream. While it’s easy to see why JO is tied to the football world, fans were left puzzled by the NFL’s decision to share a sweet, intimate moment between the two.