preseason 2021: Elle Simmons, fresh out of college, is the Cincinnati Bengals' new athletic trainer. Along with work, stress and the aftermath from her latest relationship, she's trying not to neglect her personal life too much. Joe Burrow, the Bengals' hope after a miserable season, is back after his injury and has only one goal; to get back on the field in time to lead the Bengals to a successful season. What happens when the two get closer?

"i was his exception and as much as i tried to fight my feelings, he was mine." an alternate universe in which jimmy garoppolo has a younger sister, who despite all of her best efforts, falls in love with nick bosa.

"i fell for you didn't i?"

Chelsea Hubbard had it all-at least, that's what everyone thought. Cincinnati's golden girl, the perfect mix of beauty, brains, and success. A thriving career, a name everyone knew, and a reputation that made her untouchable. But behind the flawless image was a girl still trying to piece herself back together. Then there was Joe Burrow-her brother's best friend, the Bengals' star quarterback, and the one guy who could unravel everything she worked so hard to protect. Was he just another complication she didn't need? Or the one person who could finally break down her walls? And what would Nick Bosa-her best friend, the man who knew her better than anyone-think of all this?