The Kelce Brothers' Banter
During their 'New Heights' podcast, Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce engaged in a playful banter about the relationship between Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens. Jason revealed Travis' nomination for Athlete of the Year at the 2024 People's Choice Awards and hilariously questioned how Biles made the list while her boyfriend didn't.
Jason and Travis Kelce Call Simone Biles Husband Jonathan Owens Her Boyfriend Joke About Romance
Travis joined in, humorously hinting that Owens' play time as a safety for the Green Bay Packers might not have been enough to earn him a spot on the list. The brothers continued to joke about the peculiar situation, celebrating Travis' nomination and encouraging listeners to vote for him.
Jason and Travis Kelce Call Simone Biles Husband Jonathan Owens Her Boyfriend Joke About Romance
Biles and Owens' Response
The Kelce brothers' remarks came after Owens claimed that Biles 'landed' him and not the other way around. Owens shared the story of how Biles messaged him on a dating app and made the first move, leading to their relationship. At the end of the podcast, Biles teased that in a few years, she will be known as 'Jonathan Owens' wife' more than he is known as 'Simone Biles' husband.
Despite some backlash from fans, the couple remained unfazed and even fueled the playful competition by discussing who the better athlete is in their house. Biles jokingly asserted that gymnastics is 'harder,' while Owens good-naturedly defended his skills in the NFL.
The Playful Competition
During an interview, Biles and Owens playfully debated about their respective sports and who is the 'better athlete' in their house. Biles humorously emphasized the difficulty of gymnastics, while Owens defended his NFL skills. Their lighthearted banter showcased their playful dynamic and mutual support for each other's achievements.