Olivia Ponton dodges Joe Burrow dating rumors after F1 Miami appearance sparks wild internet speculation | NFL News

Olivia Ponton fueled Joe Burrow dating rumors after their F1 Miami outing, but refused to confirm or deny the relationship. (Credit: Getty Images and Instagram/Olivia Ponton)

The mystery surrounding Olivia Ponton and Joe Burrow’s relationship continues to captivate fans and media alike. The 22-year-old Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model and the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback, 28, have been at the center of romance rumors since late 2023. Despite numerous public appearances and reports suggesting they’ve been spending significant time together, neither has confirmed nor denied their relationship status — and recent events have only intensified curiosity.

Olivia Ponton refuses to confirm or deny Joe Burrow romance

Following their attendance at the 2025 Met Gala, the internet was buzzing once again. Both Ponton and Burrow made their way to the star-studded event at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, but it remains unclear whether they arrived together or simply crossed paths. However, it was what happened after the gala that raised more eyebrows.While exiting a post-event gathering in New York City, Ponton was approached by TMZ reporters seeking clarity on the nature of her connection to Burrow. “Hi Olivia, are you dating Joe Burrow?” a paparazzo asked, hoping to catch the model off-guard. Initially cheerful, Ponton quickly grew silent when Burrow’s name came up. According to TMZ, “She was initially jovial and warm with the pap in the New York City street — but as soon as the Burrow topic was broached, she shut down.”She responded not with words, but by placing her hand over her face and swiftly entering a waiting car with her friends, refusing to entertain any further questions. The brief but telling encounter only added more intrigue to their already quiet narrative.Just a day prior, the rumored couple was spotted together in Miami during the Formula 1 weekend. A now-viral clip shows Ponton stepping out of a sprinter van, followed closely by Burrow — though they made no attempt to interact publicly or display affection. Still, the shared vehicle and coordinated timing left fans drawing conclusions.This isn’t the first time these two have been connected. Speculation surged back in December when Ponton was linked to a burglary report at Burrow’s Ohio home. At the time, she told police she was staying at the house while Burrow was away for Monday Night Football. She also identified herself as one of his employees — a detail that added layers to the nature of their connection.According to PEOPLE, insiders claimed, “They have been hooking up since the early fall and are keeping it casual.” Ponton, known for her TikTok presence and LGBTQ+ advocacy, hasn’t addressed the rumors publicly since. Meanwhile, Burrow — who had previously been in a long-term relationship with Olivia Holzmacher — has also kept mum on his personal life.Whether they’re simply close friends or something more, one thing is clear: Olivia Ponton and Joe Burrow are keeping everyone guessing.Also Read: Josh Allen’s wedding will have ‘good booze,’ promises GM, who’s impressed by Hailee Steinfeld’s humility