Who is Michael Penix Jr.’s fiancée Olivia Carter? Inside the love story of the Falcons quarterback and his biggest supporter

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is quickly becoming one of the NFL’s rising stars, but off the field, he’s already found his forever teammate, fiancée Olivia Carter. The two have been inseparable since his early college days, and their relationship has only grown stronger through his rise to NFL fame.

From college athlete to NFL fiancée — Olivia Carter’s inspiring journey

Born and raised in Washington, Carter’s life has always revolved around sports and family. A standout student-athlete, she played soccer at the University of Nevada, Reno, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in biology in 2022.


According to her high school interview with Kent Reporter, she came from an athletic household where “we all do sports.” Her mother was a track star, her father played basketball, and her brother Quincy went on to play football at Central Washington University.

That competitive spirit shaped Carter’s own journey, both on and off the field. She played as both a forward and defender for Nevada’s women’s soccer team and dreamed of becoming an anesthesiologist. After graduation, she took time to travel and focus on family before entering medical studies but life had other plans when she met Penix Jr.

The love story that grew alongside an NFL dream

Carter and Penix Jr. went public with their relationship in late 2023, sharing affectionate posts on Instagram. Penix once called her his “ride or die,” thanking her for “always being there for me through the ups and downs.” The bond only deepened as Carter stood by his side during every major milestone from his 2024 NFL Draft moment to his first start as the Falcons’ quarterback.


Penix Jr. famously shared that he got the call naming him the team’s starter while “shopping with my girlfriend at Costco,” saying he was so shocked he “wasn’t hungry no more.”

By December 2024, the couple was engaged in a romantic proposal surrounded by red roses and glowing candles. Penix captioned the moment, “I will love you forever. I can’t wait to do life with you.”

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For fans watching his career take off, it’s clear: Olivia Carter isn’t just Michael Penix Jr.’s fiancée — she’s been his foundation, cheerleader, and best friend since the very start of his NFL journey.


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