Josh Jacobs grew up without a house or place to lay his head down, sleeping in his father’s car and wandering the streets of Tulsa, Oklahoma. This fact has been well-documented.
The former University of Alabama running back’s narrative captivated fans nationwide in the run-up to the 2019 NFL Draft, sparking discussions of making a film on his life. His humble nature shone brighter than his promise on the football field. Josh’s journey to the NFL, however, would not have been possible without the support of his father Marty, who gave up everything for his kids and put them before himself, assisting Josh and his siblings in overcoming hardship. This article is about a man, Marty who sacrificed a lot for his kids.
Marty Jacobs: Who is Josh Jacobs’ father?
Marty Lee Jacobs, now 50, was born on May 18, 1971, in Oklahoma. He is the father of Josh Jacobs. Mart and his ex-wife Lachelle had four children together. After he and Lachelle got divorced, Marty was granted custody of his children, but things were far from simple. He had to move from hotel to hotel with his kids while always awake and always having a gun close by.
Marty worked multiple jobs, one of which was at an oil and gas company, while also preparing his children’s belongings for school, purchasing sports equipment, and generally attempting to live a normal life.
