The NFL offseason is in full swing, and CBS Sports sideline reporter Jenny Dell is making the most of it. The popular broadcaster, known for her work covering both the NFL and college football, has fans absolutely losing it after dropping a scorching new swimsuit photo on Instagram.
Dell, who is married to former Boston Red Sox infielder Will Middlebrooks, is currently soaking up the sun in Costa Rica. She captioned the sizzling snapshot, “Costa Rican Sunsets. Vacation mode: activated.” And if the response is any indication, her followers are fully onboard with that vibe.
The photo shows Dell posing against a breathtaking tropical backdrop, and the internet has responded accordingly. Comments range from “Looking as beautiful as the view 🔥🔥🔥🔥! Costa Rica is so damn pretty!! Is this the first time you’ve visited the country?” to the more straightforward “You’re stunning!! 😍.” Others simply reacted with “OH EXCUSE ME???” and “Oh my! 😍😍🔥🔥.” One fan crowned her with “Pop off queen 🔥.”
It’s not the first time Dell has turned heads online. The reporter has built a reputation for balancing her professional sideline presence with a fun, engaging social media feed. But this particular post has clearly struck a chord, amassing thousands of likes and comments in just hours.
Dell’s husband, Middlebrooks, is a former MLB third baseman who won a World Series with the Red Sox in 2013. The couple tied the knot in 2017 and often share glimpses of their travels and life together. This latest vacation comes during a quiet period for Dell, as the NFL and college football seasons are both in their respective offseasons.
For context, Dell’s viral moment echoes a broader trend of sports media personalities using social media to connect with fans during the downtime. Similar buzz has surrounded posts from Olympic snowboarder Chloe Kim and racer Lindsay Brewer, both of whom have set the internet ablaze with their own swimsuit photos this year.
While Dell’s photo has certainly generated plenty of heat, it’s also a reminder that even the most polished television personalities enjoy a little downtime. Whether she’s interviewing coaches on the sidelines or posting from a Costa Rican beach, Jenny Dell knows how to command attention.
As the NFL offseason continues, fans can expect more updates from Dell’s travels—and likely more reactions that are just as enthusiastic as the ones pouring in now.
