Mel Owens is just a few weeks into his Golden Bachelor journey, but there are already several front-runners to keep an eye on. One of them is Nicolle Kate, who made a strong first impression when she tossed Mel a blue and yellow football — he played for the University of Michigan and the Los Angeles Rams — marked with a simple message: “N + M.”

“It might be the most important pass you’ve ever caught,” Nicolle teased.

The playful interaction kicked off Mel and Nicolle’s chemistry, which they continued to explore during a Bachelor Mansion pool party. Their embrace and passionate smooching in the pool didn’t thrill the other woman — one tried to separate them with a water gun — but it was clear they’d established a flirty connection.

So, will it translate beyond the show? Here are all

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