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Brandon Aiyuk's wife reveals why NFL wives panic as training camp kicks off with intense uncertainty

Brandon Aiyuk's Wife Rochelle Searight Spills What Really Happens During Training Camp (Rochelle Searight Instagram) As NFL training camps kick off across the country, excitement soars for fans gearing up for fantasy leagues and regular-season action. But behind the scenes, a different kind of storm brews—this one among the wives and girlfriends of players who suddenly find their lives flipped upside down. Rochelle Searight, wife of San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk, has become the unexpected voice of this under-the-radar reality. Why NFL WAGs feel the heat when training camp begins In a candid and humorous TikTok, Rochelle peeled back the curtain on what life looks like when an NFL season revs up. 'Why do all the wives and girlfriends [of NFL players] go into a frenzy when their men report for training camp?' she asked. 'Why is everybody online complaining? Let me give y'all some of these details on training camp and why everybody's in a panic.' For many, training camp isn't just about players sweating it out on the field. It's also about emotional labor, solo parenting, and the sudden vacuum left by partners who must report for duty with strict schedules and even stricter curfews. 'Training camp does last for multiple weeks and the women freak out because — so in my situation, I'm a mother. Now he has to abruptly leave, and [I'm] taking care of my rambunctious four-year-old by myself, who has never slept, and he is off the walls,' Rochelle admitted. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Discover Nikoo Homes from ₹1.2 Cr* Nikoo Homes Sadahalli Learn More Undo The chaos intensifies for WAGs who don't live in the team's city. 'The wives and girlfriends who are back home now have to get left and [their significant other] have to go report to work, go to camp. I get to see my husband every few days, they don't get to see their man at all for like weeks,' she said, highlighting the long-distance strain. The stress of uncertainty and the power of social media distraction Rochelle also brought attention to the emotional rollercoaster of NFL job security. 'Some of the men are not guaranteed a spot yet, they are fighting for their spot on the team. So if they don't make this team and they end up on a different team, the family has to pack up and move. It's just a lot,' she shared. With social media as a coping mechanism, she clarified, 'No, our men aren't our whole personality people. It just gives us a fun thing to look forward to. It's just content.' Fortunately, stability may be on the horizon for the Aiyuks. After tense negotiations, Brandon signed a $120 million extension with the 49ers, although he's still recovering from a torn ACL. With the 2025 season opener set for Sept. 7 in Seattle, Rochelle's words echo the silent sacrifices made behind every game day highlight. FAQs: 1. Has the NFL 2025 season's training camp started? By July 23 all training camps have begun around the league. 2. When will the NFL 2025 season start? The 2025 NFL season will kick off on September 4. 3. Where can you watch NFL training camp ? NFL Network and NFL+ will provide daily coverage of training camp, including "Inside Training Camp" segments starting July 28th. Also Read: Travis Kelce says he's just Taylor Swift's 'NFL hooker' and sparks backlash over sexist 'Pretty Woman' comparison For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!