

“We would run from the football field to the baseball field and then from baseball to basketball.” That’s what Chris Oladokun’s mom said about her son as the Chiefs‘ quarterback excelled as a three-sport athlete. However, Oladokun’s journey to the NFL games was quite challenging. He started his collegiate career with the South Florida Bulls and played just 8 games during his first three years.
Later, he found his true potential after transferring to play for the Samford Bulldogs, where he threw for 2,064 yards and 18 touchdowns, ran for 493 yards, and racked up 8 more TDs. With that kind of play, no wonder the young QB was basically a dual-threat machine that season. Fast forward to 2022 and the Pittsburgh Steelers drafted him in the seventh round with the 241st overall pick.
But hold on, fate had a wild play drawn up for this young QB. Or better yet, fate had two Super Bowl wins waiting for him. After the Steelers cut him loose in August 2022, the Chiefs scooped him up—and that, folks, is what we call an upgrade. Now Oladokun’s in his third year with KC, rocking two shiny Super Bowl rings and gunning for that three-peat like it’s no big deal.
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But while he’s been winning the titles on the field, what’s going on off the field is a whole different story—one he’s kept pretty close to the chest. Take his relationship, for instance. Three seasons in the NFL already and the Chiefdom has no clue about his romantic life. Now, there can be two reasons behind this. Either Oladokun is a master of keeping his relationship a secret, or he isn’t dating anyone right now.
But here’s the thing: Chris Oladokun prefers to keep his personal life private and as per the recent information available, there are no public announcements or confirmed reports about the QB’s dating life. Hence, we can assume that the 27-year-old is currently living a happy single life and focusing on his professional football career. A career shaped by his athletic dad and a strong bond with his mom.
Who are Chris Oladokun’s parents?
Just like his dating life, fans are also invested in learning more about Oladokun’s parents. Though there is no information available about his dating life, don’t worry, we’ve got the lowdown on the people who’ve been in his corner since day one: his parents. Chris’ dad, Henry Oladokun, is a former basketball player who played for the Howard Bison men’s basketball team in Washington.
Now, we can confirm who’s behind Chris’ athletic genes, right? But let’s be real: besides athleticism, Henry also instilled discipline in his son’s life. After all, Chris Oladokun is a three-sport athlete. Speaking of which, Henry developed work ethics and athleticism not just in Chris but in all his kids. Yep, you read that right. Chris has two siblings: a younger brother, Jordan, who is a defensive back at Gaither High School, and a younger sister, Kayla.
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On the other hand, Oladokun’s mom, Jennifer Carter, played an equal role in supporting his son to achieve his NFL dreams. The 27-year-old quarterback often mentions the strong bond that he shares with his mom. After all, it was Jennifer who believed in her son’s determination and persistence. Back in his high school days, when Chris was struggling with his offense, Jennifer showed faith and adored her son’s football enthusiasm.
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“Getting to learn that offense and hopefully be that person who runs out on the field and takes the field—that’s exciting for him. When he gets in there and it’s his turn, he’s ready; he’s hungry for it,” Jennifer stated during an interview. But hold up, that’s not all. It’s not just her mom who keeps faith in her son’s dedication and love for football, the QB also shares an equal bond with his mom.
Back in 2016, Oladokun hit up his official Instagram account and shared a beautiful picture with his mama. ” No one will ever understand the bond my mother and I have. I’m definitely going to miss her love and home-cooked meals in about 20 days. I’m so lucky to have the best and most supportive mom in the world. We will always be inseparable #batmanandrobin,” he captioned. Now, it’s safe to say that his football success is the result of his parents’ support.
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Is Chris Oladokun's success more about his talent or the unwavering support from his family?