Myles Garrett girlfriend Chloe Kim sets for Olympics as he cheers

Myles Garrett is trading the NFL sidelines for the Olympic slopes. The Cleveland Browns defensive end, fresh off breaking the NFL’s single-season sack record with 23 sacks, will fly to Milan this week to cheer on his girlfriend, Chloe Kim, as the snowboarding legend pursues history at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Here’s what makes this power couple moment unforgettable.

From Sacks to Snow: The Year of Myles Garrett

Myles Garrett just finished one of the most dominant seasons in NFL history. The five-time All-Pro edge rusher shattered the legendary single-season sack record this January with his 23rd sack of the 2025 season. He dethroned Michael Strahan and T.J. Watt, cementing himself as the most fearless pass rusher in the game.

Just 48 hours ago, the 29-year-old won the AP Defensive Player of the Year award with unanimous support from voters. With 125.5 career sacks in just nine seasons, Garrett ranks second among all players since 1982. His girlfriend couldn’t be prouder. Now he’s ready to shift focus entirely to supporting her Olympic dreams in Italy.

Chloe Kim’s Quest for History at Milan Cortina

Chloe Kim is about to make Olympic history or face her greatest comeback challenge. The 25-year-old snowboarding sensation from Torrance, California, won back-to-back Olympic gold medals in the halfpipe at PyeongChang 2018 and Beijing 2022. Now she’s chasing an unprecedented third consecutive gold at Milan Cortina 2026, which would make her the first person ever to achieve this stunning feat.

Kim has dominated the halfpipe for nearly a decade. She’s an eight-time X Games gold medalist, world champion, and the first athlete to win titles at all four major competitive events. Her championship mentality is unshakeable, but this winter tested her resilience like never before.

The Injury That Almost Derailed Everything

January 2026 brought devastating news. During final World Cup training, Kim experienced a labrum tear in her left shoulder, a painful injury typically requiring weeks or months of recovery. With the 2026 Winter Games less than four weeks away, time was the one luxury she didn’t have. Yet Kim refused to fail.

Competition Detail	Schedule (Est. PST)
Women’s Halfpipe Qualifications	Wednesday, Feb 11, 1:30 a.m. PST
Women’s Halfpipe Final	Thursday, Feb 12, 10:30 a.m. PST
Garrett’s Expected Arrival	This week (by Feb 11)
Location	Livigno, Italy

According to Team USA, Kim received clearance to compete. Recovery protocols focused on rehabilitation while preserving her technical ability. Garrett flew to Switzerland recently just to be by her side during recovery. Their partnership transcends sport.

“I’ve really just been focusing on my mental health and reminding myself why I love snowboarding.”

— Chloe Kim, Olympic Gold Medalist

A Power Couple Making Headlines

Myles Garrett and Chloe Kim officially confirmed their relationship in November 2025, when Kim attended a Cleveland Browns game to support him. But their connection started months earlier at the Crunchyroll Anime Awards in Japan in May 2025. The two-time Olympic champion and the league’s newest sack king found common ground fast, bonding over their shared pursuit of excellence.

Garrett has proven his devotion beyond stadium appearances. When Kim suffered her shoulder injury, he dropped everything to support her. Now he’s prepared to be her biggest cheerleader in Milan, sitting in the stands while she competes on the world’s biggest winter sports stage. Their romance represents something rare in professional sports: two elite athletes lifting each other higher.

What Happens When Two Champions Face Their Greatest Tests?

Myles Garrett already achieved his historic milestone. Chloe Kim stands on the edge of immortality. If she wins gold on February 12, she becomes the first action-sports athlete ever to capture three straight Olympic gold medals. The pressure is immense, the moment is now, and the stakes have never been higher.

Garrett’s presence in Milan sends a powerful message. It says that championships matter, that showing up for the people you love matters more, and that supporting your partner’s dreams is just as noble as claiming your own records. Watch how Kim responds when she sees him cheering courtside. Watch history unfold on February 12.

Sources

• People Magazine – Myles Garrett on being girlfriend Chloe Kim’s “Rock” at Milan Winter Olympics
• USA Today Sports – When is Chloe Kim competing at 2026 Winter Olympics, time and TV channel
• ESPN/NFL – Myles Garrett breaks NFL single-season sack record with 23 sacks in 2025