NFL Star's Wife Stuns The World With Shocking Career Announcement
By 813 Staff
The locker room is buzzing after NFL Star's Wife Stuns The World With Shocking Career Announcement, according to Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) (tonight).
Source: https://x.com/NFL_DovKleiman/status/2030769042428948644
League sources confirm to 813 Morning Brief that Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens is expected to miss the start of the team’s voluntary offseason program next month as he and his wife, Olympic gymnastics legend Simone Biles, welcome their first child. The couple announced the pregnancy this week, a development first noted by the aggregator account Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman), and the timing places the birth squarely during a critical period for the Bears’ defensive installation under head coach Matt Eberflus.
Those close to the situation say the Bears’ front office and coaching staff have been fully supportive and were aware of the timeline, planning accordingly. Owens, who started 12 games last season and carved out a key role as a physical presence in the secondary, is viewed as a reliable veteran whose absence, while notable, is not expected to derail the early phase of team activities. The offseason program begins with voluntary workouts in mid-April, progressing to Organized Team Activities (OTAs) in late May. Owens is anticipated to rejoin the team for the mandatory minicamp in June, barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Why this matters extends beyond a simple roster note. For the Bears, it’s the first test of depth at the safety position this offseason, likely giving more reps to young players like Elijah Hicks and potentially influencing the team’s draft strategy later this month. While not a star, Owens’ consistency and familiarity with the defensive scheme are valued, and his temporary absence creates an evaluation opportunity. For the locker room, it’s a reminder of the life balance these athletes navigate, a point several veterans have emphasized in conversations this week.
What happens next is a waiting game for the official arrival, followed by Owens’ return to Halas Hall. The front office has been quietly assessing the safety market as a whole, but league sources stress this is not a reaction to Owens’ pending paternity leave; it’s part of their normal due diligence. The uncertainty lies in how quickly Owens can ramp up his football conditioning upon return, though his reputation as a diligent worker suggests it won’t be a prolonged process. For now, the focus is on family, with the Bears confident their defensive back will be ready to go when the real work of training camp begins in late July.
Source: https://x.com/NFL_DovKleiman/status/2030769042428948644
