Drew Moss, 49ers lineman, announces relationship with Mya Lesnar, daughter of WWE wrestler Brock
Moss, who joined the 49ers as an undrafted free agent in April, announced the relationship on Instagram, posting a picture with Lesnar with the caption, "Forever wedding date."
Lesnar responded to the post by saying, "My handsome man."
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Moss joined the 49ers after spending the last two seasons with Colorado State. He earned Second-Team All-MWC honors after starting all 13 games with the team as a senior.
Lesnar was a standout track and field athlete at Colorado State before her graduation. She excelled at the school, becoming the 2024 NCAA Indoor Shot Put National Champion. She was also named the 2024 Mountain West Female Athlete of the Year.
Following her graduation, Lesnar joined Diamond League, where she participates in track and field events. She competed at the 2025 Prefontaine Classic in July, where she finished 10th in shot put.
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