Washington Commanders: Meet the Wives and Girlfriends Leading the Charge This Season

From content creators to business professionals, these partners embody strength and style.

Mikaela Worley and Jeremy Reaves | Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images

As the Washington Commanders charge into another exciting season, their partners continue to captivate fans both on and off the field. This roundup celebrates the accomplished women who support the players. Whether they are content creators or business professionals, these WAGs embody the strength and style that complete the Commanders’ family.

From recent weddings to growing families, here’s your complete guide to the women supporting Washington’s finest.

Caitlin Winfrey McLaurin (Terry McLaurin)

The Commanders’ star wide receiver married his longtime love, Caitlin Winfrey, in a breathtaking beachside ceremony at the Solaz Resort in Los Cabos, Mexico, in February 2025. After getting engaged in December 2023 during a romantic proposal at the Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory, the couple has become one of Washington’s most beloved pairs.

Caitlin has been Terry’s steadfast support system throughout his NFL journey, and her elegant style and genuine warmth have made her a fan favorite. The newlyweds perfectly balance their private life with his public career, creating a partnership that exemplifies strength and sophistication.

Melanie Wilking Ekeler (Austin Ekeler)

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The Commanders’ dynamic running back is married to dancer and TikTok sensation Melanie Wilking, who tied the knot with Austin in a stunning Las Vegas ceremony in May 2024. A professional dancer and social media influencer, Melanie gained widespread recognition through her appearances on Netflix’s Dancing for the Devil: The 7M TikTok Cult documentary series.

Since moving to Washington with Austin, she’s become known for bold game-day fashion choices, including her eye-catching fur coat and custom miniskirt ensemble during the team’s playoff run. The couple, who began dating in 2021, regularly share their fun-loving relationship through creative social media content, making them one of the NFL’s most entertaining power couples.

Kiyomi Cook Mariota (Marcus Mariota)

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The veteran quarterback’s wife, Kiyomi Cook, has been his partner since their University of Oregon days, where their love story began. Originally from Gresham, Oregon, Kiyomi was a standout soccer player at Barlow High School, earning all-state and all-conference honors in 2008.

After Marcus proposed in 2020, they tied the knot in a beautiful Hawaiian ceremony in 2021. The couple welcomed their daughter Makaia, who has become a fan favorite with her adorable game-day outfits. Kiyomi balances motherhood with supporting Marcus through his NFL journey, and together they’re actively involved in philanthropy, including Marcus’s work with Habitat for Humanity.

Ariana Donaldson (Jaylin Lane)

The cornerback married Ariana Donaldson in June 2025, marking another milestone celebration for the Commanders’ family. Ariana has remained Jaylin’s supportive partner as he establishes himself in the NFL, and their summer wedding in North Carolina was one of the most anticipated events of the off-season. The pair met in high school and began dating in 2020. The athlete proposed in July 2024.

Lauren Brantley (Luke McCaffrey)

The Commanders’ wide receiver is in a relationship with his college girlfriend, Lauren Brantley, a former competitive swimmer who attended Rice University alongside McCaffrey. While he pursued football, the London native was making waves in the pool as a fellow college athlete.

The couple has maintained their relationship as he transitioned to the NFL, with Brantley supporting him through his rookie season with Washington. Coming from the famous McCaffrey football family, he has found his perfect match in someone who understands the dedication required for elite sports.

Samaria Jefferson (Van Jefferson)

Samaria’s love story with Van started in 2014, “the day you asked me to be your girlfriend in high school,” she penned on Instagram. Over a decade later, the duo celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary in June. They share four children: Isabella, Champ Curtis, Elijah and Olivia Jean.

Cassidy Halloran Scharping (Max Scharping)

Cassidy and Max have been by each other’s side for years, as evidenced on social media. They got engaged and married in 2021 and have since welcomed their first, second and third child. For Cassidy’s birthday, the NFL player shared a sweet message on social media, writing in part, “I don’t know how you can do so many things so well, but a lot of humans and dogs wouldn’t be the same if you hadn’t found your way into their lives!”

Mikaela Worley (Jeremy Reaves)

The safety’s fiancée became part of one of the most romantic stories of the 2024 season when Reaves proposed to Worley after the team clinched its playoff spot that December. Their engagement perfectly captured the magic of Washington’s incredible playoff run, with the athlete choosing to celebrate the team’s success by taking the next step in their personal journey. The two then tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony in March 2026.

Worley has been Reaves’s steadfast support throughout his NFL career, and their love story has quickly become a fan favorite. She is a certified physician’s assistant working in urgent care and has a Master’s degree from Breanau University. The two went to high school in Florida and were friends for several years before they began dating.

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