Nikki Bella knows how to command a room. This weekend, it was an NFL locker room.
The WWE icon—now going by Nikki Garcia—was in Philadelphia for the Eagles’ win over the Las Vegas Raiders and posted a quick-hit weekend recap that included a fleeting but loaded image: Bella posing at the locker of Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean. That single frame was enough to light up social media and kick off a round of amateur matchmaking.
A screenshot began circulating online, showing Bella at DeJean’s locker alongside an alleged caption reading, “Another fun weekend,” followed by a red heart emoji. That was all it took. Fans filled in the blanks.
Not everyone was buying it. Some pointed out that DeJean is believed to have a girlfriend, while others dismissed the moment entirely, noting Bella’s age—42—and chalking the photo up to fandom rather than flirtation.
What’s clear is that Bella was firmly in Eagles territory. She attended the game alongside fellow WWE star Cody Rhodes, who was also repping the company during the weekend. Whether the locker room stop meant anything more than access and timing remains unconfirmed.
As of now, there’s no indication Bella and DeJean are dating. DeJean was last publicly linked to Steph Wilfawn, and neither side has commented on the rumors.
Bella’s own personal life has been in flux. She married former Dancing with the Stars partner Artem Chigvintsev in August 2022 after several years together, but filed for divorce in September 2024 following a domestic violence incident. The two now share joint custody of their son.
Professionally, Bella is back where she thrives. She recently returned to WWE as a full-time roster member and is currently locked in a high-profile feud with Women’s World Champion Stephanie Vaquer. Their latest clash came at Survivor Series: WarGames, where Vaquer retained the title.
On the field, DeJean and the Eagles are coming off a much-needed win after dropping three straight games. DeJean has been a bright spot in the secondary, sitting second on the team in tackles with 79, alongside 12 pass deflections and one interception.
Until someone says otherwise, this looks less like a romance and more like a moment—caught, shared, and amplified by the internet’s appetite for speculation.
Last modified: December 18, 2025
