Simone Biles, the Olympic gold medalist, recently faced backlash from NFL fans for a major sports fashion faux pas. She was spotted wearing a Green Bay Packers jacket to a Chicago Bears game while supporting her husband, Jonathan Owens, from the sidelines. This move did not sit well with fans, who found it to be “ridiculously unaware” of the rivalry between the two teams and even insulting to her husband.
The jacket in question featured action shots of the NFL safety, along with the giant green Packers logo on the shoulder pad. Owens, who previously played for the Packers in 2023 before joining the Bears on a two-year deal in March, was the center of attention. Biles completed her look with a black Prada bucket hat, reflective shades, and a black Balenciaga purse, despite sporting a protective boot due to a calf injury sustained during the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Social media users were quick to call out Biles for her fashion mistake, with many expressing disbelief at how she managed to get into the game wearing the rival team’s jacket. However, some defended her actions, attributing it to her support for her husband and her status as one of the greatest Olympians of all time. While addressing Chicago fans in a TikTok video, Biles removed the jacket to reveal a black sleeveless romper, proclaiming her support for the Bears.
This is not the first time Biles has publicly shown support for her husband. In the past, she defended him against online critics who questioned his decision to wear her gold medals in a photo. She emphasized that she similarly shares her achievements with her family members and urged people not to make assumptions about their relationship.
Simone Biles’ choice to wear a Green Bay Packers jacket to a Chicago Bears game may have caused a stir among fans, but her unwavering support for her husband and her ability to handle criticism with grace cannot be denied. As a celebrated Olympian and advocate for mental health, Biles continues to inspire others both on and off the field.
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