Simone Biles discusses NFL knowledge and sports difficulty comparisons
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 12:12 AM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Olympic gymnast Simone Biles recently addressed her understanding of professional football while supporting her husband, Indianapolis Colts safety Jonathan Owens. Biles acknowledged that her knowledge of NFL rules and game-play remains limited after three years of marriage, estimating her current grasp of the sport at 50 percent. Despite attending games and witnessing the physical demands placed on Owens, Biles maintained that gymnastics presents a greater challenge than football. She noted that while she supports her husband during high-pressure moments like playoff runs, her focus remains on his well-being rather than technical analysis. The couple previously engaged in discussions regarding the difficulty of their respective sports, with Biles asserting that a transition into gymnastics would likely result in injury for football players. Biles continues to maintain a busy schedule while balancing her responsibilities as an athlete with her role as a supporter on the sidelines.
- •Simone Biles estimates her personal understanding of NFL rules at 50 percent.
- •Jonathan Owens plays safety for the Indianapolis Colts.
- •Biles asserts that gymnastics is more difficult than professional football.
- •Biles attended an Indianapolis Colts preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons last month.
- 12:12 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Not really sure’ – Simone Biles reveals where she is at in terms of NFL knowledge; says gymnastics is a tougher sport
"Simone Biles met NFL safety Jonathan Owens through a dating app. At that time, she had very little knowledge of the sport, but three years into her marriage to the Indianapolis Colts player, Biles has managed to learn a little more.
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