The manner in which NFL starAaron Rodgers announced his engagementwas odd, even by Hollywood standards.

The new couple apparently started their relationship on a long distance basis.

Surprisingly, however, the actress has gone public and confirmed the engagement.

Shailene Woodley poses at an event

She even joked about having never imagined herself marrying somebody who “threw balls for a living.”

In fact, Woodley confirmed the two have actually been engaged for longer than people realize.

“I don’t know him as a football guy.

Shailene Woodley at an event

He just happens to also be very good at sports,” she explained.

“They are very happy together.

It’s not surprising he proposed so fast.

When you know, you know, right?”

the insider said at the time.