Chad and his wife, Robin Pennington, have been married for more than 22 years. They have three sons: Cole, Luke, and Gage. Chad Pennington is a former NFL quarterback who competed for 11 seasons. He went to Marshall University and played college football, winning the Sammy Baugh Trophy. The New York Jets selected him in the first round, 18th overall, in the 2000 NFL Draft. He played for the Jets for the majority of his NFL career (2000-2007) before moving on to the Miami Dolphins from 2008 to 2010. The quarterback also won the NFL Comeback Player of the Year Award twice (in 2006 and 2008).
Chad Pennington and His Wife, Robin Pennington
Chad Pennington, a well-known former professional American football quarterback, and his wife, Robin Pennington (formerly Robin Hampton), have had a wonderful relationship since college. The couple married on March 1, 2001, after meeting while Robin was a trainer for Marshall University’s football team, the Thundering Herd. Here’s a funny but true story about how he brought his Jets playbook with him on their honeymoon, demonstrating his dedication to football even during personal milestones.
Throughout their relationship, they have demonstrated their commitment to one another and shared interests. They have three wonderful sons: Cole, Luke, and Gage. Beyond their journey, the Penningtons have used their shared values and passions to have a positive impact on communities. They established the 1st and 10 Foundation in 2003. This foundation has a noble mission: to strengthen communities and improve the quality of life in areas they care deeply about, such as West Virginia, Tennessee, and the New York Metropolitan areas.
Their charitable contributions through the 1st and 10 Foundation have been admirable. Over the years, the foundation has generously donated more than $500,000 to various charitable organizations. Chad and Robin Pennington continue to inspire many people through their personal and philanthropic efforts, as well as their dedication, love, and impact on communities.
His Son and Josh Mccown’s Son Faced Off in the Frisco Bowl
The Frisco Bowl featured the sons of former NFL quarterbacks Josh McCown and Chad Pennington competing in the same position. The starting quarterbacks for UTSA and Marshall in the Frisco Bowl on Tuesday night both came from well-known families. Owen McCown, the son of ex-NFL quarterback Josh McCown, led the UTSA offense. Cole Pennington, Chad Pennington’s son, led the Marshall team. Ultimately, the UTSA Roadrunners triumphed, defeating the Marshall Thundering Herd 35-17.
