
Will Howard, the quarterback for Ohio State University, has been in the spotlight following his team’s recent victory at the 2025 College Football National Championship. Off the field, his relationship with girlfriend Lauren Leiker has garnered attention. Leiker, a Kansas native, graduated from Kansas State University in 2023 with a degree in human health biology and integrative health services. She currently works as a medical assistant at Johnson County Dermatology. ([people.com](https://people.com/who-is-lauren-leiker-will-howard-8771990?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
The couple met during their time at Kansas State University and have been together since. Leiker maintains a low profile, with a private Instagram account and limited public appearances. She first appeared on Howard’s Instagram in April 2023, where he shared a series of photos, including a selfie with her. Recently, the couple gained attention after sharing a kiss following Howard’s victory at the Rose Bowl. ([comingsoon.net](https://www.comingsoon.net/guides/news/1908203-will-howard-girlfriend-lauren-leiker-job-relationship-history?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
As of now, there is no public information about a specific three-word message from Leiker following Howard’s career announcement. The couple continues to keep their personal lives relatively private, focusing on their respective careers and supporting each other through their endeavors.