Josh Jacobs Parents: Meet Lachelle Jacobs & Marty Jacobs, The Forces Supporting His NFL Career
In the midst of the excitement surrounding the 2019 NFL draft, the Oakland Raiders made a big move by selecting Josh Jacobs. Indeed, he is a talented running back. When he received his signing bonus of $6.7 million, it was more money than he had ever imagined seeing. Growing up in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Josh faced some tough times.
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Raised by his dad, Marty, alongside his four siblings after his parents split when he was young, money was always tight. Marty worked hard to provide for them, but it wasn’t easy, especially after the divorce. But, who are his dad and his mom?
Lachelle Jacobs and Marty Jacobs got divorced while Jacob was young
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Josh Jacobs, the standout Raider running back, comes from a family of five, with Marty and Lachelle Jacobs as his parents. They have four sons: Christopher, Marty Jr., Josh, Isaiah, and a daughter named Shaleya. Sadly, Marty and Lachelle went their separate ways in 2006, leaving Marty to care for the kids.
Times were tough post-divorce, with Marty and his children often hopping from one hotel to another. Not just that, they even spend nights in the car due to financial strains. Despite the hardships, Marty never gave up. He used to work odd jobs tirelessly to make ends meet and give his children a better life. In a touching KIA commercial during Super Bowl LIV, Josh opened up about their family’s struggles with homelessness, shedding light on their journey.
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While Lachelle remains a mystery, it’s clear that Josh’s bond with his dad runs deep, shaping his remarkable story. So, it’s clear that there’s not much of a connection between Josh and his mom. So the question arises, does his family support him?
Josh Jacobs unwavering support system
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In the highs and lows of his journey, Josh Jacobs finds his greatest support in his tight-knit family. Through tough times, his father and siblings stand steadfast beside him, boosting his morale on the field.
A poignant moment arose when his father, despite undergoing heart surgery after a heart attack, insisted that Jacobs keep playing. In a touching tribute, Jacobs proudly wore a ‘Pops’ black sticker under his left eye during a match.
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For Jacobs, family means everything, their love and support shaping his path and fueling his determination to succeed. What do you think of Jacobs? Let us know below.
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Garima Yadav
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