The Miami Dolphins have finally responded to mounting pressure from the fanbase, opting to bench Tua Tagovailoa in favor of rookie quarterback Quinn Ewers. The former Texas Longhorns standout is set to make his first NFL start in Week 16 against the Cincinnati Bengals.
As Ewers prepares for the biggest opportunity of his young career, his longtime girlfriend, Madelyn Barnes, is celebrating a major milestone of her own with the Oklahoma Sooners.
Quinn Ewers’ Girlfriend Celebrates a Major Milestone at Oklahoma
Barnes has officially graduated from the University of Oklahoma. She has attended OU since 2022 and was a member of Chi Omega (Chi-O), the largest women’s fraternal organization in the world, known for its emphasis on sisterhood, scholarship, and career development.
Chi Omega shared a heartfelt message celebrating Barnes and her fellow December graduates.
“Celebrating our December graduates and everything they’ve accomplished!! Your impact, memories, and sisterhood will always be part of Chi Omega. So excited for what’s ahead for each of you🤍🎓,” it wrote on Instagram.
To mark the final chapter of her time at Oklahoma, Barnes also attended the Sooners’ College Football Playoff matchup against Alabama, cheering from the stands despite the loss.
“Let’s go Sooners,” she wrote on her Instagram story.
Earlier in the week, Barnes shared a reflective message as she wrapped up her academic career at OU.
“As I wrap up my final week at the University of Oklahoma, I’ve been reflecting on how meaningful these past 3.5 years have been,” Barnes wrote. “OU has shaped me academically, professionally, and personally in ways I’ll carry into the next chapter.
“From challenging coursework, group projects, supportive mentors, and lifelong friends, every part of this experience has helped me grow. I’m proud of the work I’ve done here and I’m even more excited for what’s ahead! Boomer Sooner!☝🏻❤️🎓”
Although the Sooners and Texas Longhorns are historic rivals, Barnes and Ewers have navigated the divide with ease. The couple went Instagram official in February 2023, and Barnes has remained a constant presence through the quarterback’s highs and lows.
After Ewers was selected 231st overall by the Miami Dolphins, Barnes shared an emotional message celebrating his achievement.
“So incredibly proud and overjoyed!! Quinn, you are so deserving of this and a whole lot more! You’re the most driven, dedicated, and genuine man both on and off the field. I’m so excited for this journey and to watch you live out your dreams GO DOLPHINS!! 🐬🧡” She added, “Miami ain’t ready 👏🏻😎💃🏻,” she wrote.
Ewers enters the NFL after an impressive final college season, leading Texas to the College Football Playoff semifinals while throwing for 3,472 yards, 31 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. Now, the 22-year-old has three games to prove himself as a capable NFL starter, and potentially Miami’s long-term answer at quarterback.
