From DJ Mix-Up to Defensive Dominance: The Unlikely Love Story of Sports' Hottest Power Couple
When Chloe Kim soared to a silver medal at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, an unexpected fan club was watching intently: the entire NFL community. Their interest wasn't in her breathtaking halfpipe runs, but in her relationship with Cleveland Browns defensive juggernaut Myles Garrett. This revelation turned the snowboarding event into must-watch television for football enthusiasts, creating a fascinating crossover moment between two sporting worlds that rarely collide.
A Case of Mistaken Identity
The origin story of this elite athletic pairing is as charming as it is surprising. In a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Kim shared the hilarious truth about their first meeting. "I've known this friend for years," Kim explained. "He was like 'I think I know a good guy for you.'" The setup seemed promising, but there was one significant misunderstanding—Kim believed she was being introduced to internationally renowned DJ Martin Garrix, not an NFL superstar.
Her confusion only deepened when their first date turned out to be a Cleveland Browns game. "I was taken to my first NFL game to meet him and expected him to be doing a halftime performance," Kim admitted with a laugh. Instead of seeing Garrett behind a turntable, she watched him dominate on the gridiron. The learning curve was steep; she didn't understand defensive rotations and found herself anxiously asking, "Is he hurt? Why isn't he out there? Where's 95?" during offensive drives.
Two Legends, Different Arenas
While Garrett needs little introduction in football circles, his accomplishments are staggering. The defensive powerhouse recently shattered the NFL single-season sack record with 23, bringing his career total to 125.5. A seven-time Pro Bowler and five-time First-Team All-Pro, Garrett has claimed the NFL Defensive Player of the Year award twice. At his current pace, he could realistically challenge the league's all-time sack record within the next five seasons.
Meanwhile, Kim has built her own legendary status on snow-covered slopes. A three-time world champion and eight-time Winter X Games gold medalist in the SuperPipe, she revolutionized women's snowboarding. Her historic achievement at the 2022 Beijing Games—becoming the first woman ever to win multiple Olympic gold medals in the halfpipe—cemented her legacy. Her recent silver medal performance in Italy, where she narrowly lost to South Korea's Choi Ga-on by just 2.25 points, demonstrated her continued excellence at the highest level.
Building a Cross-Sports Connection
What began as a humorous misunderstanding has blossomed into a genuine partnership between two of sports' most dominant figures. Kim's admission that she "now I'm invested cause my boyfriend" shows how their relationship has expanded her sporting horizons. The couple's public support for each other—evidenced by Garrett wearing a jacket featuring Kim's photo during her Olympic finals—has captivated fans across both sports.
Their story represents more than just celebrity romance; it's a testament to how sports can create unexpected connections. NFL fans who tuned into the Olympics specifically to watch Kim represent a new kind of crossover audience, while snowboarding enthusiasts have gained awareness of football's defensive artistry through Garrett's achievements.
As both athletes continue to chase history in their respective disciplines, their relationship adds a compelling human element to their superhuman accomplishments. From confusing a defensive end for a DJ to becoming one of sports' most recognizable couples, Kim and Garrett's journey proves that sometimes the best connections come from the most unexpected places.
