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Simone Biles Celebrates After Ex-Packer Husband Signs With Bears

"I'm so excited about not having a connecting flight to go and see my husband," decorated Olympic gymnast ​Simon Biles wrote.

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Simone Biles waves while watching her husband, Green Bay Packers safety Jonathan Owens (34), warmup before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 in Green Bay, Wis.
Simone Biles waves while watching her husband, Green Bay Packers safety Jonathan Owens (34), warmup before an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)

GREEN BAY, WI — Former Green Bay Packers safety Jonathan Owens has signed with the Chicago Bears, and his wife — decorated Olympic gymnast Simone Biles — could not be happier.

"CHICAGO HERE HE COMES," the gold medalist wrote on social media. "I’m so excited about not having a connecting flight to go & see my husband hahahahaaha."

Biles added: "I just love the city of Chicago....pizza & hotdogs F YEAH."

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Both Owens and Biles thanked Packer fans for their hospitality last season.

"Appreciate it @packers for the opportunity," Owens wrote. "And Packer nation for welcoming me and my wife with open arms, will never forget my time in GB."

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"Just wanted to say thank you packer nation for embracing my husband & I 💚 green bay will always hold a special place in our hearts," Biles said.

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