Los Angeles Rams Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo Addresses Engagement Backlash: “I Don’t See Color”
Los Angeles — In the wake of his high-profile engagement to longtime girlfriend, model and social media personality Alexandra King, Jimmy Garoppolo has found himself at the center of an unexpected controversy. Fans, pundits, and even celebrity commentators took to social media to debate Garoppolo’s choice, sparking heated discussions about race, privilege, and public perception.
Speaking candidly during a rare press conference at the Rams’ training facility, Garoppolo addressed the backlash head-on.
“I’ve seen the posts. I’ve read the comments. But here’s the truth: I don’t see color,” Garoppolo said, his voice calm but resolute. “Alexandra has been by my side through everything — the highs, the lows, and the unpredictable moments. My love for her isn’t about race, it’s about the bond we share, the trust, and the life we’re building together.”
The quarterback’s engagement, which was announced earlier this month with a stunning ring and a heartfelt social media post, quickly went viral. Fans celebrated, but some critics questioned the relationship dynamics, sparking a wave of debates across platforms. The discussion soon extended beyond sports and celebrity circles, touching on broader cultural conversations about relationships, public image, and personal freedom.
Garoppolo, known for his leadership and calm demeanor on the field, made it clear that he won’t let social media drama overshadow his personal life.
“People will always have opinions. That’s fine,” Garoppolo continued. “But I know who I am, I know what I value, and I know the woman I’m marrying. Nothing else matters.”
Alexandra King Speaks Out in Support of Their Relationship
Alexandra King also spoke briefly during the press conference, emphasizing the couple’s shared commitment and support for one another. “Jimmy and I have built something real, something lasting. Social media doesn’t define our love — we do,” she said.
Fans have since rallied around the couple, flooding Garoppolo’s posts with messages of support and admiration. Hashtags like #JimmyAndAlexandra, #TrueLoveInLA, and #NoHateJustLove quickly began trending nationwide.
As Garoppolo prepares for the upcoming NFL season, it’s clear that he won’t let personal attacks derail his focus. The quarterback’s statement has not only addressed the backlash but also cemented his stance as a leader who speaks with honesty, integrity, and heart — both on and off the field.
One thing is certain: Jimmy Garoppolo’s love life just became as talked-about as his game-day performances, and he’s proving that some battles are fought with courage and conviction, not with controversy.
Ravens' lone practice squad elevation leaves out key veteran ahead of Vikings clash
The Baltimore Ravens are expected to have a reformed defense entering Sunday’s matchup with the Minnesota Vikings. The secondary has started to turn a corner since acquiring safety Alohi Gilman from the Los Angeles Chargers last month. Now, with their latest addition of outside linebacker Dre’Mont Jones ahead of the trade deadline, their pass rush is looking to follow suit.
The trio of Kyle Van Noy, Mike Green, and Jones should start to cause some problems for opposing offensive lines, but they still need some depth. They signed that exact depth to the practice squad in October in veteran Carl Lawson, and while he was trending toward making his Ravens debut in Week 10, that will have to wait for at least another week.
Head Coach John Harbaugh made it sound like Lawson was on track to play, but the 30-year-old was not one of Baltimore’s practice squad elevations on Saturday. Defensive tackle Taven Bryan was the lone elevation, meaning Lawson will not be able to suit up in Minnesota.
Ravens set to be without Carl Lawson again on Sunday
While Lawson is not expected to be a game-changer on the Ravens’ defensive front, he has plenty of experience bringing down quarterbacks. He has 32 career sacks across seven seasons and 89 games played. That experience will not be brought to the table against the Vikings.
The Ravens are set to rely on Van Noy, Green, Jones, and possibly David Ojabo on Sunday. Baltimore will put Jones’ versatility on full display, allowing him to play on the interior more than he did with the Tennessee Titans, so they could find themselves in need of more pass rush help on the outside. That could set Ojabo up for a bigger role than expected in this matchup. If they continue to let Jones operate on the outside, too, then rookie defensive tackle Aeneas Peebles could suit up for the first time since the Ravens’ Week 5 loss to the Houston Texans.
While it is tough to be without Lawson’s services for at least one more week, maybe he will not have as big a role in Baltimore as soon as some initially expected. He was not signed until Week 8, and while Harbaugh said he was “probably ready to go,” he may need an extra week to get up to speed.
