‘Sis Knows How to Pick Them’: Draya Michele Shows Off Her Pro Football Player Boo


Draya Michele took to Instagram on Sunday, Jan. 23, to upload a rare photo of her boyfriend, Houston Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor, while celebrating her 37th birthday. 

Michele and Taylor, who allegedly began dating in late 2020, made their relationship unintentionally public by sharing several flirtatious social media exchanges and cryptic posts that same year. The NFL player commemorated Michele’s special day by sending well- wishes to the star.

Draya Michele shows off her boo, Houston Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor, after he wishes her a happy birthday. Photo:@drayamichele/Instagram

He said, while uploading a photo of the couple on his Instagram Story, “Happy birthday @drayamichele,” alongside a blue heart emoji. Moments later, Michele reposted the message on her Instagram account. 

That same day, the Mint Swim CEO also shared a now-deleted clip that showcased a gift she received from Taylor. In the video, Michelle panned the camera left to right to flaunt a large bouquet of roses. She captioned the recording, “my baby.”

As Michele and Taylor’s post circulated on social media, many mentioned the reality star’s type in men. Before Michelle’s relationship with Taylor, she was linked to a few men, including Orlando Scandrick, Chris Brown, French Montana, Gilbert Arenas, Kenyon Martin and Bernard Berrian.  

“My girl gon’ keep a player.”

“One thing Draya gone do is pick a ball player I know that’s right sis knows how to pick them.”

“Okay! One thing about Draya she gon keep her a athlete I’m here for it.”

“Sis, going to keep her a baller I ain’t mad at her lol.”

“Draya gonna always get her a fine one with money.”

In addition to many commenting on Michele’s past dating life, others expressed how physically attractive the couple looked together. One wrote, “This is a gorgeous couple.” Another said, “He is gorg!!! They look great together.”

A third Instagram user brought up how private the couple has been since reportedly starting to date in 2020. That person wrote, “Beautiful couple and lowkey.”


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