Myles Garrett Crowned NFL DPOY as He Promises to Be Chloe Kim's 'Rock' in Milan

Myles Garrett's offseason has started with a trophy in one hand and a plane ticket in the other. The Cleveland Browns star has been crowned NFL Defensive Player of the Year, yet his attention has quickly shifted from football accolades to supporting girlfriend Chloe Kim as she prepares for the 2026 Milan Winter Olympics.

Garrett, 30, spoke during Super Bowl week in San Francisco and said he wanted to be Kim's 'rock' as she competes on the sport's biggest stage. He explained that after finishing his commitments, he planned to travel straight to Italy to be by her side. The timing has turned the couple into one of the most talked-about athlete pairings heading into the Games, blending NFL stardom with Olympic ambition.

Garrett's Award Season Ends With a New Focus

Garrett's Defensive Player of the Year win at the 2026 NFL Honors capped another dominant season for one of the league's most feared pass rushers. While the Browns did not reach the playoffs, his individual performances still earned top recognition across the NFL.

Even so, Garrett's next chapter is not about sacks or Sunday highlights. Instead, it is about stepping into a supportive role as Kim enters a defining moment in her career. Garrett told People that their relationship is built on constant encouragement, with both athletes checking on each other emotionally and physically through demanding seasons. He said he now wants to return that same stability for her during the Olympics.

Chloe Kim's Bid for Olympic History

Kim, 25, is already one of the most accomplished snowboarders of her generation. She won Olympic gold in the women's halfpipe at PyeongChang in 2018 and defended her title at Beijing in 2022. Now, she has the chance to achieve something no other athlete has done in the event, a third straight Olympic gold medal.

Qualifiers for the halfpipe are set to begin on Feb. 11 in Italy, placing Kim under intense global attention. Garrett acknowledged that the pressure of Olympic competition is unique, which is why he wants to be present throughout the experience.

The stakes are enormous for Kim, not only because of the potential 'three-peat', but because she continues to push the sport technically. She remains known for redefining what is possible in women's snowboarding, including being the first female rider to land consecutive 1080-degree spins in competition.

A Competitive Couple Off the Field Too

Although Garrett and Kim are focused on support, Garrett admitted their relationship comes with a competitive edge. He joked that even simple games between them become intense, reflecting the mindset that has made both champions in their fields.

Kim recently showed her pride in Garrett's achievements as well. Fox News reported that she posted a message celebrating him after he broke the NFL's single-season sack record, calling him out with a heartfelt 'Proud of you!!' alongside a homemade cinnamon roll treat. That public display highlighted the balance they have found between elite sport and personal connection.

Their Relationship in the Spotlight

The pair were first linked in May 2025 after appearing together at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards in Japan. They confirmed their relationship later that year when Kim attended a Browns game to support Garrett.

Now, with Garrett fresh off his DPOY honour and Kim chasing Olympic history, their story has become one of the more compelling off-field narratives of early 2026. Super Bowl week may have been Garrett's final NFL headline of the season, yet it also served as the bridge into Kim's Olympic moment.

For Garrett, the coming weeks are about showing up as more than a football star. For Kim, Milan represents a shot at sporting immortality. Together, they are navigating a rare intersection of NFL fame and Olympic legacy, with the world watching both journeys unfold.