The Philadelphia Eagles are coming off a tough 16-9 win over the Detroit Lions, but the Eagles’ safety, Reed Blankenship, has more reason to celebrate than just another regular-season win. His wife, Elsa Blankenship, took to her Instagram to make a major announcement.

“Hey @reedblankenship, remember when we said this year couldn’t get any better? Baby Blankenship coming soon…💝,” she wrote in a heartfelt post. The couple is all set to welcome their first child. Such an announcement was accompanied by a shot of both simply oozing love as they smiled into the camera.

A cake with “Oh Baby” on it was part of the reveal setup, along with an ultrasound photo added as a sweet symbolic touch to the family news.

From the moment Elsa and Reed Blankenship started appearing out in public in 2023, their relationship has become a fan favorite. Subtle social media interaction and joint appearances at various games and events brought their romance more into the public eye.

Through Reed’s rise with the Eagles, Elsa was a steady force of support in his life, often attending games and supporting him through wins and losses. A hugely significant part of their journey came on July 4, 2024, when Reed proposed to Elsa, sharing the emotional moment on Instagram as he captioned the photo, “A love for a lifetime 🤍.” As one might imagine, news of the engagement was celebrated wildly among fans and within the Eagles community.

Well over two years of their public appearances, the couple married in early July 2025 and started life as husband and wife. Their love, loyalty, and everything through the highs and lows of the NFL have captured the attention and hearts of many outside of the world of football.

Elsa has been one of Reed’s most staunch supporters, both publicly and in private. When only a few months prior, the Eagles announced their 2025 team captains, Elsa celebrated the news by reposting Reed’s captaincy announcement with the message, “The most deserving!!!!! No words to express how proud I am of you !!!@reedblankenship🤍.”

That enthusiasm and adoration only added another layer of depth to their beloved dynamic, showcasing how close she stands by Reed’s side as he grows into a leadership role in Philadelphia.

Reed’s response to the news

Of course, Reed Blankenship didn’t hold back when responding to Elsa’s touching pregnancy announcement. Sliding into the comments section, the Eagles safety left a short but meaningful two-word message: “GIRL DAD.”

Though the response was short, it spoke volumes. It served immediately as an indicator of his excitement, pride, and preparedness for the next chapter. On top, it reveals that Blankenship wants to be a girl dad.

Reed’s admiration for Elsa goes far beyond social media shoutouts. His dedication was shown earlier this offseason when the two tied the knot. Reed even took some time off his podcast, Exciting Mics, which he co-hosts with another NFL player, to be fully present during the wedding and time with his new wife.

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“We are taking a little break,” Reed told listeners. “I am getting married. I’m very excited about that. So, stay tuned, and always, Go Birds.”

The halt was temporary, but it showed where his priority at. While he’s taking a leap in his personal life, his professional side is equally vital. Being a young leader for the Eagles, in his four seasons, he has 180 solo tackles, 87 assists, three fumble recoveries, and eight interceptions.

And now, Reed Blankenship moves into this new chapter with a growing family while continuing to touch every soul on and off the field in his journey.