Stephanie Niles is not one of the most recognizable women in the NFL. But when she speaks up on various topics, she can be very knowledgeable. And she proved it in an Instagram Q&A session on Tuesday.
The fiancee of Cincinnati Bengals backup quarterback Jake Browning received multiple queries from fans, one of them pertaining to her experiences as the partner of a player in the league. She responded by calling it a miked experience:
"Best part is watching someone's dreams come true (bawling emoji)"
"Worst part is how lonely & isolating it can feel"
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Browning and Niles both went to the University of Washington and have been together since 2018. Browning proposed to Niles in Malibu, Hawaii back in November.
Stephanie Niles reveals how she and Jake Browning met
Of course, the most pressing questions were about how she and her future husband met. According to Niles, it was in the least likely of circumstances:
"We met at a fraternity pool party in Seattle if u can believe it (two cry-laughing emojis)"
And she answered when asked how long this relationship has lasted:
"And we've been together since Cinco de Mayo 2018"
At the time, Browning was plying his trade at the University of Washington.
Of course, there was also a fan who asked her what she liked about her city. According to her, the fan support she received was immense, especially last season, when Browning replaced Joe Burrow as starting quarterback:
"Honestly, when Jake took over for Joe the city rooted for him & stood behind him in away that I've never seen. I get emotional even thinking about it now (orange heart emoji) Cincy has a special place in my heart for sure."
And of course, what she expects from the Bengals this season (they are currently on a four-win streak). When asked whether they would make the playoffs after a year's absence, she was confident:
"YES. I like to plan for the best scenario (silly face emoji)"
The last Bengals-related quip she made was about Skyline chili, which she claimed she would try if the team won the Super Bowl: