Cooper DeJean has finally addressed the Nikki Bella dating rumors

finally, Cooper DeJean responded to dating rumors who have linked him with WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bell in recent interviews.

Speaking to Kay Addams on The Up and Addams Show, DeJean talked about his hope that the team will bring back his teammate, Reid Blankenship. Adams was then brought in the elephant in the roomasking, “And Nikki Bella?”

DeJean, who probably expected at least one question about Bella during his press day (he asked her, “How did I know this was going to work out for you today?”), raised his hand and sheepishly said, “Okay,” with a chuckle. “Good,” he added. “I don’t know about that.”

“She says she has good taste? She could talk about anybody.”

Eagles CB Cooper DeJean responds to rumors about him and wrestler Nikki Bella 👀@cooperdejean | @heikaiadams pic.twitter.com/bmBrtc42bC

— Up & Adams (@UpAndAdamsShov) February 4, 2026

He then called her a “good friend,” which led to Adams delivering Bella’s line RAV edition of February 2, Monday evening. The Philly crowd chanted “Cup” for her, and Bella found herself in the rumor mill, saying, “Can you blame a girl for good taste? I mean, Pro Bowl, baby.”

The 2025 Pro Bowler played coy, asking, “Who is she talking about?” when Adams read the quote. “She says she has good taste? I mean, she could be talking about anybody,” DeJean said, responding to the quote.

DeJean wasn’t afraid to praise Bella, even if he didn’t want to confirm the dating rumors. “She’s amazing at what she does; she’s been doing it for a long time,” he raved.

LMAOOO he keeps quiet about Nikki Bella😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/tKcDFN4ZA1

— Zashi 🇵🇸 (@Zashi120) February 4, 2026

He was too asked about his “public relations” on the Pat McAfee Show. DeJean responded, “I don’t think I have a public relationship.

Nikki Bella recently played down rumors of her dating Cooper DeJean

TMZ Sports recently caught up with Bella and asked her about DeJean’s viral mention during RAV. However, despite what she said, Bella confirmed that she is still “single” after her divorce from Artem Chigvintsev.

The questioner then asked if Bella planned to spend Valentine’s Day with DeJean. The WWE Hall of Famer did not respond to the question. However, Bella exchanged pleasantries before getting into her vehicle.

So until Bella or DeJean confirm that they’re dating, it’s safe to assume they’re not. Rumors began to swirl after Bella posted a picture of herself posing by DeJean’s locker in December 2025.