Cincinnati Bengals’ newest kicker, Cade York, isn’t just making headlines for his skills on the field. The Bengals’ fresh recruit is dating none other than a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader. Yep, talk about a dynamic duo in the sports world!
While York is busy nailing field goals, his girlfriend brings the same energy on the sidelines for America’s Team. And despite repping different teams, York playfully hints she’ll still be rooting for him. Cute.
Cade York’s Cowboys Connection Adds a Game-Day Twist
York’s week just hit an extra point of excitement. The Bengals’ newest kicker, fresh off a practice squad signing, dropped a fun nugget: his girlfriend, Zoe, is a cheerleader for the Cowboys. When the Bengals take on the Cowboys on Monday Night Football, Zoe might have a secret favorite on-field — and it’s not the home team.
TRENDING: New #Bengals kicker Cade York’s girlfriend is a #Cowboys cheerleader.
“She’s gonna be cheering for me … I’ll have to sneak her a couple smiles.”
Cincinnati is facing Dallas on Monday Night Football.
pic.twitter.com/GDHG8MkISs— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) December 6, 2024
York, a Texas native, shared his unique story after joining the Bengals: “My girlfriend is actually a cheerleader for the Cowboys, and she got baptized this Sunday. So, it’s awesome getting to do that and all of her teammates got to come watch.”
“And literally the next day I get a call that I’m going to work out for the Bengals and they’re playing on Monday. I was like, ‘Well, Zoe, I will see you at home no matter what.’ So, yeah, it’s pretty cool.”
First came her big moment she shared with the team, but then came the surprise for York: the Bengals called him in for a workout after Evan McPherson landed on injured reserve with a groin issue.
Despite the chaos, York laughed about his girlfriend’s divided loyalties, saying, “She’s going to be cheering for me, so it’ll be great.”
As York adjusts to his new role, Monday’s game offers a full-circle moment: a chance to shine against Zoe’s Cowboys. One thing’s for sure — this Texas-to-Cincinnati love story has all the makings of a game-day subplot worth watching.
From Money Mac to York: Bengals Bet on a Wild Card
McPherson dodged the surgery table, but the Bengals aren’t taking chances. The star kicker’s groin injury might not end his season, but it’s sidelined him for now — and let’s be honest, “Money Mac” hasn’t exactly been automatic this year.
#Bengals K Evan McPherson is expected to miss a few weeks with a groin injury, sources say. Not a season-ender or any surgery required but he will miss some time. The team worked out veteran options today. pic.twitter.com/UtqDIWksPV
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) December 4, 2024
Entered York, the LSU legend turned NFL wild card. York has had a rollercoaster career since his college glory days. Remember that brutal season opener with the Washington Commanders? He had two missed field goals against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
So why York? You see, the Bengals had other options but rolled the dice on a kicker still searching for his NFL groove. Maybe they see untapped potential. Or maybe it’s a Hail Mary while McPherson rehabs. Either way, York’s got a golden opportunity to rewrite his story and help the Bengals stay competitive.
With divisional matchups looming, York needs to bring his A game. Let’s see if this will be his redemption arc or another chapter of NFL growing pains.