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Rashee Rice Parents: Meet Father Drashee Rice and Mother Marsha Kearney

Published 03/31/2024, 9:15 PM EDT

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Rashee Rice is making headlines for a few wrong reasons. But, as a player, he has swiftly emerged as a pivotal figure in his debut season with the Kansas City Chiefs. And in just his rookie year, secured the spot as the team’s second-most prolific pass-catcher, trailing only behind Travis Kelce. Reflecting on Rice’s inaugural season on the field, it’s becoming increasingly clear that he’s not just a valuable asset but potentially the premier receiver in the Chiefs’ current lineup.

With an impressive tally of 938 receiving yards, 7 touchdowns, and 79 catches out of 102 targets during the regular 2023 season, Rice has not only etched his name in the Chiefs’ record books for the most touchdowns by a rookie but also surpassed previous records for rookie receiving yards. But who are the people behind Rice who have molded him into the great player that he is?

Rashee Rice’s journey to becoming a notable figure in football began in the quiet suburb of North Richland Hills, Texas, where he was born to Drashee Rice and Marsha Kearney on April 22, 2000. Both of Rashee’s parents have maintained a low profile, choosing to keep their personal lives and careers away from the spotlight. This preference for privacy is a trait that Rashee seems to have inherited, as he remains selective about the information he shares regarding his family life. It has been noted, however, that Drashee and Marsha are no longer together.

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In a heartwarming display of co-parenting, Rashee Rice’s parents occasionally reunite to support their son during game days and other family outings, keeping their child’s best interests at heart. Despite their separation, the bond between them remains visible, with Rice’s mother often leaving warm birthday wishes on her ex-partner’s Facebook posts, signaling a friendly rapport that extends to her former partner’s family as well.

Marsha’s roots trace back to Bullard High School in California, and her academic path led her to a community college in Philadelphia. Professionally, she once contributed her skills as a resident assistant at Resident Advisor, a media and news company. Drashee, on the other hand, maintains a close and playful relationship with Rashee and is often seen cheering him on at his games. This father-son duo shares a bond built on mutual respect and admiration, with Rashee openly regarding his father as an inspirational figure in his life, crediting him as the driving force behind his success and ambition.

Recently, he was involved in a car race which turned ugly and resulted in the police being on the lookout for him.

Rashee’s need for speed turns ugly

Rashee Rice found himself in a troubling situation following allegations of his involvement in a car accident on March 31. While direct evidence linking Rice to the incident is yet to be disclosed, the vehicle implicated in the mishap was reportedly registered in his name, casting a shadow of suspicion over him.

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This intensified with the emergence of dash cam footage, purportedly showing a black Lamborghini Urus and Corvette spiraling out of control and instigating a catastrophic six-car collision. The footage also captured a group of individuals hastily departing from the accident site on the North Central Expressway in Dallas on a Saturday evening. While the identity of the individuals in the footage remains unconfirmed, speculations arise that Rice might have been behind the wheel of the Corvette.

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In the wake of these developments, law enforcement officials are keen on speaking with Rice to delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding the accident.

Rashee Rice Car Crash Update: 1 Person Likely Hospitalized in Dallas, as Per Latest News Report

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Jakso James

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Jakso James is an NFL Writer at EssentiallySports. Jakso’s analysis takes a reader around the league with a look at the player strategies and stats. An ardent football lover himself, he developed a strong connection with the Denver Broncos as he witnessed Russell Wilson break the barriers.
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Tushhita Barua