The NFL's 2026 season kicks off on Wednesday, September 9 with the New England Patriots facing the Seattle Seahawks. And while the players are the stars of the show, they didn't make it to the biggest game of their lives alone.
The Patriots, led by 24-year-old quarterback Drake Maye, lost to the Seahawks at Super Bowl LX in February and are looking for revenge. So who will be in the stands cheering on the Patriots as they face the Seahawks? Here's everything HELLO! knows about the wives and girlfriends of the football players.
© Getty ImagesDrake and Ann met in middle school
Ann Michael Maye and Drake Maye
Ann Michael Maye and the Patriots' quarterback tied the knot in June 2025 after dating for five years. The NFL WAG has become a breakout star in her own right, building a massive following on TikTok where she shares her "Bakemas" series and her new professional venture, Beyond Bakemas, which debuted on NBC Sports Boston.
Ann is a constant presence for Drake at Patriots games. On Monday September 7, she shared a recap of her summer, with photos of her and Drake, friends, snaps from the U.S. Open, and more, with the caption: "A wrap on summer and now it's go time"
© Getty ImagesHunter and Parker have two kids
Parker Henry and Hunter Henry
Hunter Henry, 31, has played with the Patriots as a tight end since 2021. And by his side through it all is his wife, Parker Henry. The two married in 2018 after meeting in college. They are parents to two children – Ace and Rivi. Parker is relatively private, but congratulated her husband after he made it to the Super BOwl, writing to Instagram: "10 years in the making!!!! So many emotions, so much joy."
© InstagramThe couple met in high school
Shelby Spillane and Robert Spillane
The 30-year-old linebacker, Robert Spillane, married his wife, Shelby Spillane, in June 2023. The two attended the same high school in Oak Park, Illinois and reportedly started dating after college.
Robert and Shelby welcomed their first child, Nina Annette, in June 2024, and is pregnant with their second child. Unlike many WAGS, Shelby is very private and only has 1,000 followers on Instagram.
© InstagramKevin is a captain for the 2026 season
Clarke Byard and Kevin Byard
Kevin Byard, 33, tied the knot with his wife, Clarke Byard. Since then, they've welcomed three children -- Eliana Rose, six, Kevin IV, four, and Amari, two. Kevin and Clarke met in high school and started dating when they were seniors. During the 2025 season, Clarke wrote an essay for Business Insider about how she and Kevin own two homes and send their kids to three different schools.
© InstagramImani is looking forward to this season
Imani Matthews and Marcus Jones
Imani Matthews and Marcus Jones, 27, were first linked in January 2024. Since then, they often share social media videos from training sessions together.
In July, the Patriots cornerback celebrated Imani's 26th birthday to Instagram, writing: "Happy Birthday to one of the most selfless people I know. Today is your day keep striving to be the best version of you."
