Tampa Bay Buccaneers Wide Receiver Tez Johnson Faces Public Cheating Allegations
The personal life of Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Tez Johnson has erupted into public controversy following serious accusations from his former fiancée, Laila Thompson-Wainer. What began as a private heartbreak has now become a highly publicized scandal, with Thompson-Wainer alleging that Johnson cheated on her with an ex-girlfriend on the very day he proposed marriage.
Detailed Allegations from Ex-Fiancée Laila Thompson-Wainer
In a TikTok video that has garnered significant attention, Thompson-Wainer provided a detailed and painful account of the alleged infidelity. She described what she initially believed was a perfect proposal day last year, complete with a hilltop setting, romantic music, beautiful flowers, beach photos, and a celebratory sushi dinner. "He gets down on one knee, he slides the ring on my finger," she recalled. "My cheeks hurt from smiling. I was so happy."
However, Thompson-Wainer claims she later discovered direct messages that completely changed her perspective on that day. "A year ago today, I got engaged, and later learned he cheated on me the same day he proposed," she wrote in the video. According to her account, Johnson allegedly texted his ex-girlfriend at 1:07 a.m. and again at 9:11 a.m. on the day of the proposal.
Alleged Text Messages and Timeline
Thompson-Wainer shared screenshots of what she claims are Johnson's messages to his ex-girlfriend. One message reportedly read: "What ever team I visit we can just meet there and when I come down there, I need to see you like idk what else to say I think we have to." Another was more explicit: "Need your throat."
"Knowing what I know now, this was his timeline for the day," Thompson-Wainer explained. "He wakes up and texts his ex-girlfriend. Then he proposes. Then we get home from our engagement dinner, and then he texts her." She expressed ongoing confusion about the situation: "You cheat before and after you propose, the morning of and the night. You know what? That's something I will never understand."
Emotional Impact and Public Response
The allegations have created a significant shift in the conversation surrounding Johnson, who entered the NFL with considerable momentum. The couple publicly announced their engagement on March 3, 2025. Less than two months later, on April 26, 2025, Johnson was selected in the seventh round of the NFL Draft by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers following an impressive final season at Oregon, where he recorded 86 catches for 1,182 yards and 10 touchdowns.
Thompson-Wainer emphasized that her decision to speak out extends beyond revisiting personal pain. "If I can make one woman feel seen, heard, or understood, help in a healing journey, then I've done what I set out to do," she stated. "If I had to deal with a bad fiancé, I would use what I learned about a bad man to spark conversations about healing and build a community of women."
Broader Context and Career Implications
Johnson, who is the adopted brother of Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix, now faces public scrutiny that contrasts sharply with his professional achievements. The timing of these allegations is particularly significant as he prepares for his NFL career with the Buccaneers. The situation raises questions about how professional sports organizations handle personal controversies involving their players and the impact such allegations can have on public perception and team dynamics.
Thompson-Wainer's detailed account has resonated with many social media users, sparking discussions about trust, infidelity, and the emotional toll of discovering betrayal in relationships. Her willingness to share such personal details publicly represents a growing trend of individuals using social media platforms to address relationship issues that were previously kept private.
