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Simone Biles‘ journey back to the Olympics has been anything but easy, but through all the ups and downs, one person has been her rock: her husband, Jonathan Owens. The brown-eyed NFL star stole hearts at the Target Center in Minneapolis, where he was Simone’s loudest cheerleader as she completed her proud return to the Olympic stage.

Blown away by her incredible comeback and Simone Biles, now a three-time Olympian, Owens couldn’t contain his pride. He took to Instagram to share his admiration, posting a carousel of six images. Jonathan Owens was in total awe of his wife, starting his note by saying that no words could describe how proud he was of her.

But he managed to sum up his feelings and speak about her hard work and everything she overcame to come back stronger than ever. He said, “Just knowing all the work that you put in and everything that you’ve been through, and to still come back and be as dominant as ever, I was speechless.”

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Jonathan Owens shared how he is thankful to be part of her journey and is eagerly looking forward to watching her and once again being her support system in Paris. “Cheers to going to your third Olympic Games,” he wrote, marveling at how surreal it felt to say his wife is the “best to EVER do it.” Ending with a sweet note, he added, “How did I get so lucky. I love you so much.” Looking ahead to the “Owens” making their mark at the Paris Olympics marks a big moment for Jonathan Owens, the new football safety for the Chicago Bears.

Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens get a special gift from NFL’s Chicago Bears

Back in 2023, when Jonathan Owens was with the Green Bay Packers, he couldn’t catch even one gymnastics meet of his wife Simone Biles and they often spent their time away from each other over long distances. NFL season demands meant no skipping training or games; as Simone pointed out, “If he misses training he’ll either be cut or fined NFL fines the boys for everything.” Fast forward to 2024: Jonathan’s now with the Chicago Bears. When asked if he’d support Simone in Paris, the Bears recognized the significance and granted him a pre-season exemption.

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It’s the first time the NFL star can cheer for his gymnast wife from the Olympic stands. “We’re going to Paris,” Owens excitedly shared on social media after watching Biles secure her spot. Simone confirmed to USA Today, “The Bears are actually granting him a couple days off from training camp, so he’ll be there, yes. For just a short time.”

Reflecting on this heartwarming moment, and considering the challenges they faced after 2023 with long distances and Jonathan Owens being unable to cheer for his legendary wife in person, it truly marks a full-circle moment in Simone Biles’ comeback journey. What do you think about this adorable couple? Share your thoughts in the comments below!