CONGRATULATIONS TO FORMER OKLAHOMA SOONER STAR STERLING SHEPARD ON HIS ENGAGEMENT!
In a heartwarming moment that has fans across the nation beaming with joy, former Oklahoma Sooners football standout and NFL wide receiver Sterling Shepard has officially announced his engagement to longtime girlfriend and rising fashion entrepreneur, Jasmine Renee Carter.
The announcement came via an intimate Instagram post late Monday night, featuring a stunning photo of Shepard down on one knee, proposing at sunset on a private beach in Tulum, Mexico. The caption simply read: “Forever starts now ❤️ #SheSaidYes.” The post quickly went viral, receiving over 1.2 million likes in less than 24 hours and drawing congratulatory comments from former teammates, celebrities, and fans alike.
Shepard, who starred at the University of Oklahoma from 2012 to 2015, was known for his explosive plays, sharp route running, and leadership both on and off the field. Drafted in the second round by the New York Giants in 2016, he has remained a beloved figure in both the college football and NFL communities, even as injuries have plagued parts of his professional career.
Jasmine, a former collegiate track athlete turned fashion designer, launched her own luxury brand “Renee Threads” in 2023, which has been featured in Vogue and worn by several A-list personalities. The two reportedly met at a charity gala in Los Angeles in 2022 and have been inseparable ever since.
Close friends of the couple say Shepard planned the proposal for months, coordinating the moment with Jasmine’s closest family and friends who surprised her at a candlelit dinner moments after she said yes. “Sterling wanted it to be meaningful,” said a source close to the couple. “He wanted to show her the same dedication he’s shown on the field—full heart, no hesitation.”
Wedding plans are reportedly already underway, with a rumored destination wedding set for spring 2026. As fans continue to celebrate, one thing is clear—Sterling Shepard has just scored the most important touchdown of his life.
