US gymnastics star Stephen Nedoroscik and Rylee Arnold have been partners on Dancing with the Stars for six long weeks. During this run, they have enthralled the audiences with stunning performances on the stage ranging from a Superman-theme inspired paso doble to starting the Dedication Night with a Pommel Horse routine. But in between all this, there had been some wild speculations linking the two dance partners romantically, despite Nedoroscik already in a relationship.

The claim, of course, stemmed from not facts but the inexplicable chemistry of the world on the screen. However, Stephen Nedoroscik and his long-term girlfriend, Tess McCracken have repeatedly shown their love and support for each other ever since the gymnast started his DWTS journey. Moreover, Rylee Arnold’s comments about her relationship status put an end to any rumors linking her with Nedoroscik.

Talking exclusively to PEOPLE Magazine on September 17 she addressed speculation that she reunited with her boyfriend who had been on a Mormon mission for two years. “I am not back with him. I am currently single right now. It’s so fun. I love it. I love being single. It’s the best. I’ve been single for a while, but I love it,” she revealed.

As for the Arnold, Nedoroscik, and Tess McCracken dynamic, the three get along pretty well, in fact, they even hang out together. Arnold and the US gymnast spend a lot of time practicing their routines, but when they aren’t busy learning on the dance floor, Arnold revealed she hangs out with McCracken and Nedoroscik.

“Oh yes, we do game nights. Tess is the best. We get along so well too, so it’s so fun.” She also noted, “We enjoy so many fun game nights together and I drive up to the studio every day and it’s just been so fun getting to know Stephen.” While this should be enough to shut down any rumors of a relationship, this isn’t the first time Arnold has been linked with a dance partner on the show.

Notably, last year, during Arnold’s first season on DWTS, it was rumored that she was romantically involved with her dance partner Harry Jowsey. However, Jowsey dismissed the rumors stating, “I think that it’s a little bit unfair on Rylee so early on. She’s so green to this whole world and everyone having an opinion, and stuff like that.” But there is a new twist in the story, leading fans to believe that Arnold might be secretly dating a different athlete.

Not so long ago, Rylee shared an Instagram story mentioning a trip with her sister to a USC football game. That was the alarm for the fandom to take notice. After some investigative work, the fans have come to the conclusion that Rylee Arnold has something brewing with USC’s tight end, Walker Lyons. The speculation intensified as more subtle hints emerged, including appearances on each other’s social media accounts.

A few days ago, Rylee Arnold took it to TikTok and posted a video talking about the latest date she was on. At the same time, she says, “We went and got food, drove around, and then we came back to my apartment and talked for a little while.” Sounds like the perfect date, doesn’t it?

Arnold also goes on to call the mystery man “sweet and humble.” The speculation only grew stronger when Rylee mentioned, “Last night was so fun, and I don’t know, just kind of crazy that we did a little back-to-back hangout, but I don’t mind.” Social media then exploded when fans went on to identify a blonde woman in one of Walker’s TikTok videos. So, what was the confirmation factor? Well, Lyons had managed to hide Rylee’s face but not her bracelet and nails. Lyons later took down the video, which intensified the speculation.

Hence, fans on Reddit are convinced that despite their best efforts to hide their relationship and dating status, Rylee Arnold and Walker Lyons are indeed seeing each other.

If the fandom wasn’t convincing enough, there’s more!

As the mill of rumors continues to churn out fresh theories, one fan went on to note the scrutiny that Rylee is being put under. “I’m a fan of Rylee, but some fans definitely are. I understand why she is somewhat cautious of what she lets out,” wrote the netizen. The point, yet again, is not without reason. Additionally, it would explain why Walker Lyons took down the TikTok. And why wouldn’t she want to keep it private? The Stephen Nedoroscik rumors were brutal, after all.

A fan on Reddit posted, “Rylee just posted on snapchat that she and her sister are going to the USC football game… People have speculated she is dating Walker Lyons and he plays for USC.”

One fan, after closely analyzing the social media accounts of both Rylee and Lyons, had something to say. “It’s 1000% him. idk why they’re trying to hide it still😭. He’s accidentally posted her in like 3 of his recent TikToks. He’s always active on her posts, and his friend accidentally posted a story of them walking ahead and holding hands. LOVE ITTT,” they wrote. While the fan points out a TikTok that shows Rylee, the video has now been removed from Lyons account. But another equally intriguing TikTok from Rylee might just give the answers.

The speculation surrounding Walker is not without its reasons. Walker Lyons is not just one of USC’s top athletes; he also shares the same faith as Rylee. Rylee grew up in a devout Mormon household, the same faith that Lyons follows. Netizens believe that this could also be another factor contributing to the decisions Rylee makes. But it gets better!

Over the course of this season of Dancing With The Stars, Rylee Arnold has been in the headlines more than usual. And that is all thanks to Stephen Nedoroscik. He is, after all, an Olympian who went viral and then stepped onto the dance floor. So it is no wonder that the fandom read into the duo’s offbeat rehearsal schedule and their tendency to spend downtime together. The TikToks and shutdown rumors may lay a solid foundation for the alleged Lyons-Arnold relationship. But there is another factor that adds to the speculation.

A lynx-eyed fan went on to write on Reddit, “Brynley’s husband is a longtime USC fan, so I’m not sure that’s proof. Not saying she’s not, but Donny and Brynley go to a few games a year.” Another point to the fandom because that is also a well-documented fact! Brynley Arnold, Rylee’s sister, and brother-in-law, Donny McGinnis, over the years, have been spotted at different USC games.

In fact, a post from Donny’s Instagram a few years ago shows that there is a deep-seated loyalty in play here. The post was captioned, “Win or lose, always a USC Trojan. Fight on.” It is evident that Donny has a special kind of love for the USC Trojans. While these outings fuel fan theories, they don’t necessarily mean Rylee’s attendance at the game has anything to do with Walker Lyons. Nevertheless, the fans are excited!

A fan went on to write, “OH MY GOD, RYLEE IS IN LOVE AND IT’S SO BEAUTIFUL!!!” The fandom has seen Rylee on the screen since she was a little girl. She went from Dancing with the Stars: Juniors to being on two seasons of the senior show. So, it is no wonder that fans are invested in her life. But regardless of whether Rylee Arnolds and Walker Lyons are dating, the fandom is all love for Rylee.