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NFL WAGs Shine in Revealing Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Photos
Brittany Mahomes, Normani, and other partners of top NFL players stun in viral swimsuit shoot ahead of Super Bowl
Feb. 5, 2026 at 10:07pm
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In the days leading up to the Super Bowl, Sports Illustrated released a series of ultra-revealing swimsuit photos featuring six NFL WAGs (wives and girlfriends) whose partners did not make it to the big game. The stunning photos of Brittany Mahomes, Normani, Christen Goff, Ronika Love, Claire Kittle, and Haley Cavinder quickly went viral on social media, with fans praising the women's confidence, especially Ronika Love for posing while pregnant.
Why it matters
The annual Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue has long been a cultural phenomenon, and the inclusion of NFL WAGs in the 2026 edition has further elevated their profiles and the public's interest in the personal lives of top football players. This type of high-profile exposure can impact the women's own careers and brand partnerships, while also sparking conversations about the role of WAGs in professional sports.
The details
The six NFL WAGs featured in the 2026 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue are: Brittany Mahomes (wife of Patrick Mahomes), Normani (fiancée of DK Metcalf), Christen Goff (wife of Jared Goff), Ronika Love (wife of Jordan Love), Claire Kittle (wife of George Kittle), and Haley Cavinder (fiancée of Jake Ferguson). The photos, which were released on February 5, 2026, quickly went viral on social media, with fans praising the women's confidence and beauty.
- The swimsuit photos were released on February 5, 2026, just days before the Super Bowl.
The players
Brittany Mahomes
The 30-year-old wife of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
Normani
The 29-30-year-old fiancée of Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf.
Christen Goff
The ~32-year-old wife of Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff.
Ronika Love
The 27-28-year-old wife of Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love, who posed for the photos while pregnant.
Claire Kittle
The 31-32-year-old wife of San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle.
What they’re saying
“The WAG takeover is real SI Swimsuit February 2026 digital cover just went nuclear — Brittany Mahomes leading the black swimsuit squad with Normani, Claire Kittle, Christen Goff, Ronika Love & Haley Cavinder.”
— @cloudighodaro (X)
“SI really gathered the Avengers of the NFL sideline! 👙🔥 Normani and DK Metcalf being engaged is the power couple we needed for 2026. Ronika Love doing this while pregnant is iconic behavior, and Haley Cavinder in the cowboy hat is absolute cinema. The WAG era is officially undefeated 🏈📸✨”
— @yourspran (X)
“Brittany Mahomes is an attractive woman. It takes courage and power to put yourself out there for the whole world to see. Respect.”
— @IamTheNewMeta (X)
The takeaway
The Sports Illustrated Swimsuit photos of NFL WAGs have sparked a viral online conversation about the growing prominence and influence of these women in professional sports culture. The confidence and beauty displayed by the featured women, especially Ronika Love posing while pregnant, have resonated with fans and highlighted the evolving role of WAGs beyond just being sideline supporters.
