For the past couple of seasons, Nikki Bella showing up at Philadelphia Eagles games has felt like a fun curiosity rather than a storyline.
She and her twin sister Brie Bella have been spotted around the team often enough that fans noticed, but not enough to read too deeply into it. That changed after Philadelphia’s most recent home game.
Bella was at Lincoln Financial Field as the Eagles finally snapped their three-game losing streak with a lopsided 31-0 win over the Las Vegas Raiders. The blowout itself mattered for a team trying to regain footing, but once the final whistle blew, attention drifted toward what Bella shared afterward.
In an Instagram Reels vlog posted following the game, viewers picked up on a few moments that immediately set social media buzzing.
One clip showed Bella spending time near the locker of cornerback Cooper DeJean, one of the Eagles‘ fastest-rising young stars. It was a brief moment, but noticeable. Later that night, another photo surfaced showing Bella and DeJean together, celebrating the win at what appeared to be a local Philadelphia bar.
For a fan base that treats even the smallest detail as a potential clue, that was more than enough.
Bella, who also goes by Nikki Garcia and was born Stephanie Nicole Garcia-Colace, looked genuinely thrilled throughout the evening.
Her energy stood out, particularly in the locker room footage, where she posed alone near DeJean‘s locker. It was the kind of behind-the-scenes access most fans never see, and it instantly fueled speculation.
Why Cooper DeJean is drawing so much attention
DeJean, just 22, has quickly become one of the most popular players on the Eagles‘ defense. His versatility and steady play have earned him trust from defensive coordinator Vic Fangio and admiration from fans who appreciate young players who look comfortable under pressure. In a locker room full of established names, DeJean has carved out his own space remarkably fast.
Off the field, he has kept things quiet. He was previously linked to his Iowa college girlfriend, influencer Steph Wilfawn, though that relationship appears to be in the past. That background only added to the curiosity once Bella‘s posts started circulating.
Fans also noticed that DeJean liked Bella‘s post from the night. On its own, that means very little. In Philadelphia, though, nothing happens in isolation. Likes, follows, and shared moments are all treated as part of a larger puzzle, whether warranted or not.
Another detail from Bella‘s vlog added to the intrigue. She made a point to thank Dom DiSandro, better known as Big Dom, the Eagles‘ longtime head of security.
Within the organization, DiSandro is a legendary figure, a trusted presence who rarely appears casually in content. His inclusion suggested Bella wasn’t just passing through, but was genuinely comfortable inside the team’s inner circle.
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