Jarrett Stidham, the Denver Broncos quarterback, is a devoted father to three children with his wife, Kennedy Stidham. The couple’s family has grown over the years, and each child has a unique story behind their names and the moments that brought them into the world.

A Growing Family

Jarrett and Kennedy first welcomed their daughter Lennon Love in April 2022. Their second child, son Madden Thaddeus, was born in March 2024, and their third child, daughter Nella Jay, arrived in October 2025. Each addition to their family has been celebrated with love and special meaning.

Lennon Love Stidham, 3

Lennon Love Stidham, the couple’s first child, was born on April 1, 2022. Her middle name, Love, holds deep significance for the Stidham family. It is inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:13, which emphasizes the importance of faith, hope, and love. Kennedy chose this name to complete the verse, as her own middle name is Faith, and her sister Addison’s is Hope.

“I always planned to complete the Bible verse with my first child,” Kennedy shared in a YouTube vlog in June 2022. “I think it’s so special.”

In April 2025, Jarrett and Kennedy threw a princess-themed birthday party for Lennon, celebrating her third year of life. Jarrett expressed his love for his daughter on Instagram, calling her his “biggest blessing.”

Madden Thaddeus Stidham, 1

Madden Thaddeus Stidham was born on March 17, 2024. His middle name, Thaddeus, honors Kennedy’s father, Thaddeus “Tad” Brown. Kennedy explained that the name was chosen because Madden was the first boy in her family, and her father was a significant figure in her life.

“He was 1,000% named after my dad,” she said in a YouTube video in May 2024. “He’s the first boy in my family, and my dad is a very special man to me.”

The couple celebrated Madden’s first birthday in March 2025 with a “lucky one” party, featuring a shamrock-covered cake. Kennedy shared her love for her son on Instagram, calling them “the lucky ones” to be his parents.

Nella Jay Stidham

Nella Jay Stidham was born on October 6, 2025, just days before the Broncos’ game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Jarrett had originally planned to travel to London for an international matchup but chose to stay in Denver to be present for the birth of his third child.

“The ownership, the coaches, they’re all so supportive and so amazing,” Kennedy shared in a YouTube vlog. “We wouldn’t have asked that if we didn’t think this child was coming.”

Nella’s middle name, Jay, was chosen to honor Kennedy’s mother, Janice Jay Brown. Kennedy shared that her mother was emotional about the naming, and she was glad that Jarrett also loved her parents.

A Family First

Despite the demands of an NFL career, Jarrett has always made time for his family. In March 2025, he expressed how being a father was his “biggest blessing” on social media.

Kennedy also shared her vision for their family in a September 2023 vlog, where she mentioned her desire to have four children. The couple continues to embrace their growing family with love, support, and a strong sense of tradition.

As they navigate life together, Jarrett and Kennedy remain committed to creating a loving environment for their three children, ensuring that each of them feels cherished and valued.