Chloe Kim is in awe of Myles Garrett after his historic Defensive Player of the Year win

Myles Garrett did not just win an award at NFL Honors. He delivered a defining moment in what has already become one of the most dominant defensive seasons in league history. The Cleveland Browns pass rusher was officially named Defensive Player of the Year after setting a new single season sack record with 23, surpassing the previous mark of 22.5.

Dressed in a bold cowboy inspired outfit, Garrett stood tall on the red carpet in San Francisco, flanked proudly by his parents as cameras flashed around him. It was a celebration of power, persistence, and preparation. Even with his girlfriend Chloe Kim overseas training for the Winter Olympics, Garrett’s milestone night felt personal, emotional, and unforgettable.

Myles Garrett wins Defensive Player of the Year as Chloe Kim reacts from Italy

Chloe Kim was thousands of miles away in Italy, preparing for her third Olympic appearance. Still, she did not miss the celebration. Shortly after Garrett accepted the award, the two time Olympic gold medalist shared her reaction on social media, writing, “Soooo major!! ⭐❤️.” It was brief. It was heartfelt. And it said everything.


Everyone agreed that Garrett was the best defensive player in the league because of his strong campaign. He set a new record for sacks with 23, breaking the old record of 22.5. This made him a part of NFL history. He gave a calm and thankful speech on stage, talking about the work that went into the numbers. Though Kim was not mentioned in the moment, her public show of support highlighted the strength of their relationship.

While Garrett’s season has ended, Kim’s biggest test is just beginning. The 25 year old snowboarder is aiming to defend her Olympic gold in the women’s halfpipe. She already made history in Pyeongchang at 17, becoming the youngest woman to win gold in snowboarding. She followed it up with another gold in Beijing, becoming the first woman to win the event twice.

Their relationship has drawn attention since they were first spotted together at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards in Tokyo. Since then, they have embraced the spotlight in small but meaningful ways. A shared moment at a Browns game. A proud post after a career defining award.

Two elite athletes. Two different arenas. The same drive to be the best. And even oceans apart, they continue to show up for each other when it matters most.


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