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Jared Goff and Wife Christen Harper Share Heartwarming Baby Update
Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has had quite the offseason—not only is he gearing up for another NFL season, but he also tied the knot with longtime partner Christen Harper. Now, the couple is preparing for their next big chapter: becoming parents for the first time.
Christen Harper, a well-known Sports Illustrated model, recently revealed that she and Goff are expecting a baby girl. The couple’s love story continues to bloom, with Goff stepping into fatherhood just as he leads his team into a new football season.
Despite being pregnant, Harper didn’t slow down her modeling career. A veteran of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition, she still took part in the magazine’s latest shoot, showcasing her signature style and grace—even while carrying their unborn daughter.
And now, she’s letting fans in on a special moment.
Christen Harper Gives a Sweet Glimpse Into Pregnancy
On Saturday, June 21, Christen took to Instagram to share a heartfelt update. She posted a series of intimate photos featuring herself and Jared, including a few where he’s seen gently cradling her baby bump. The couple looked serene and joyful, soaking in the anticipation of their growing family.
“Just waiting for our girl,” she captioned the post, giving fans a beautiful glimpse of their journey.
Several photos appeared to be taken at the beach, sparking speculation from fans that the shoot may have been along the shores of one of Michigan’s Great Lakes. Comments quickly poured in, with one follower writing, “When you least expect it she’ll be here. She will make her grand entrance.” Another added, “Just simply stunning. These pictures just tell such a love story.”
Harper Opens Up About Her Experience
Christen has been refreshingly open about her pregnancy, sharing both the highs and the challenges. In an episode of the “Sunday Sports Club” podcast that aired on May 11, she described what it was like to shoot for Sports Illustrated while being 18 weeks pregnant.
“I actually shot Sports Illustrated this year [when] I was 18 weeks pregnant,” she explained. “I was really at this weird time, where I couldn’t really suck it in anymore, but also when I tried to stick it out, like, it wasn’t a real belly.”
She admitted it wasn’t easy, saying, “I was bulking for my shoot, it was crazy. It’ll be so fun to look back on those images because she was in there.” The shoot felt especially challenging because of the physical changes she was experiencing. “I didn’t fully feel like myself, but I didn’t have this bump yet that I was super proud of and could see her and feel her.”
And like many moms-to-be, she had to skip a few pleasures. “Can’t have a margarita and I’m supposed to be in a bikini,” she laughed. “It was a really weird in-between [period]… you’re just getting to know your body and seeing it change.”
The couple initially revealed the pregnancy back in February during the 2025 NFL Honors in New Orleans. Fans took notice as Christen lovingly cradled her belly while walking the red carpet with Goff—a subtle but unmistakable sign that their family was growing.