Nikki Bella and NFL Star Cooper DeJean Reportedly Dating Casually, Are They Officially a Couple?

Liputan6.com, Jakarta - Rumors of a relationship between former WWE star Nikki Bella and Philadelphia Eagles NFL player Cooper DeJean intensified in January 2026.

Their close relationship came into the spotlight after Nikki Bella was spotted attending several Philadelphia Eagles games and even wearing a Cooper DeJean jersey.

Despite a clear mutual attraction, the relationship was described as still being "casual" and not yet serious.

Nikki Bella herself reportedly still considers herself "very single" and is in no rush to commit to a new relationship, as reported by TMZ.

Sources close to her revealed that Nikki Bella's top priorities right now are her resumption of WWE Raw and her role as a mother to her son, Matteo.

Rumors about Nikki Bella and Cooper DeJean's relationship began circulating several weeks before.

This was sparked by Bella's attendance at several Philadelphia Eagles games.

Observant fans spotted her wearing a DeJean jersey in the stands, which immediately sparked discussion on social media about their relationship.

Furthermore, Nikki Bella also posted a Reel on Instagram showing herself in front of DeJean's locker, further fueling public speculation.

Reports stated that the two had been on several dates and spent time together privately.

Some sources even stated that Bella was "smitten" with DeJean and often jokingly talked about him to her friends.

Despite their seemingly intense interactions, Nikki Bella and Cooper DeJean reportedly kept their relationship casual.

Sources close to the situation confirmed that Bella still considers herself "very single" and enjoying her life.

Her main focus at the moment is her work and her five-year-old son, Matteo.

Nikki Bella is in no rush to get into a serious relationship following her turbulent divorce in 2024, stating that her priorities are her career and ensuring the well-being of her son, Matteo.

This also aligns with her statement on her podcast, The Nikki and Brie Show, that she hasn't been intimate for a long time.

Nikki Bella, now 42 years old (born November 21, 1983), is an American professional wrestler and television personality.

She divorced Artem Chigvintsev in 2024 after a "tumultuous" separation.

The divorce followed a domestic violence incident involving Chigvintsev, although no criminal charges were filed.

Nikki and Artem have a son, Matteo, born in 2020, and they are currently co-parenting well.

Nikki Bella was previously engaged to fellow WWE star John Cena. Bella has returned to WWE and is seen on the Raw brand, as well as actively discussing her life on her podcast.

Cooper DeJean is a talented young cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles, selected in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft.

He was born on February 9, 2003, making him 22 years old.

As a rookie, DeJean has had impressive performances, including helping the Eagles win Super Bowl LIX and his highlight in Super Bowl LIX was when he intercepted quarterback Patrick Mahomes and returned it for a touchdown.