Growing up in Stafford, New Jersey, Mike Gesicki was surrounded by sports. Imagine a family where staying active is practically a way of life! Right from the two athletic elder sisters to look up to, dad Mike Gesicki Sr. whistling from behind like a coach not letting any breathers til his kids reach the pedestal they aspire for. And mom Donna, who was rather playing the perfect life teacher to the three Gesicki siblings.

So, no wonder Mike Gesicki was destined to make it pro. He’s making waves as a tight end in the NFL. It was 2018, when he got drafted by the Dolphins where he spent 5 seasons before he swapped jersey for the Pats in 2023. Now, after only donning that jersey for one season, he has found himself catching passes for the Bengals.

Gesicki’s career has been nothing short of impressive. But have you ever wondered who helped shape this athletic journey? Let’s dive into who Mike Gesicki’s parents are and how their influence helped him reach the gridiron.

Who is Mike Gesicki’s dad, Michael?

Michael Gesicki didn’t just watch from the sidelines; he was in the thick of it. After all, he coached his two elder daughters, Ashley and Kelsey’s youth basketball teams. “They played three times a week, and he never missed a practice.” This is what Michael said in 2013, talking about his son’s passion for staying fit and being athletic. The then-17-year-old Mike Gesicki had to look up to his elder sisters for some motivation. While he was scrimmaging with his sisters’ basketball teams, his dad was the one making sure every drill was game-ready.

Then, later on, when his sisters were busy spiking volleyballs, Mike Jr. was in the gym, prepping to be good at all sports and learning the ropes. With that kind of family hustle, it’s no wonder he turned into a three-sport All-State athlete, basketball, volleyball, and now football. Dad’s coaching might have aimed for basketball or even volleyball glory, but he chose the gridiron. Displaying his father’s teachings as a pro. Proving that you can utilize key aspects of learning across all the sports.

Meanwhile, that’s the athletic aspect of learning. But who taught Mike Gesicki, life? That was his mom.

Who is Mike Gesicki’s mom, Donna?

Donna Gesicki keeps a low profile, working as an Account Executive at Van Dyke Group in Manahawkin, New Jersey. While her son Mike is out making headlines on the field, Donna’s presence is more behind the scenes, away from the spotlight. Mike’s social media is a highlight reel of his football feats and moments with his wife, Halle, but if you dig into his past posts, you’ll find a gem from 2014.

In that post, Mike shared a snapshot with his mom, captioned, “The most important woman in my life came to see me in Ireland before the first game on Saturday, love my mom!” It’s a classic play. So, while the gridiron is all about the limelight, it’s clear Donna’s magic does not need any. Making it even more crucial to Mike’s game plan.