“Invest in the people you come into contact with. Share, care, and encourage,” this is the mantra New York Jets punter Thomas Morstead lives by. A great follower of this quote, one of the Jets’ best players surely invests in people, especially when it comes to caring for his family. And let’s be honest, a person who cares for everyone deserves a caring partner too. And the punter is super lucky to have a supportive partner by his side!

Describing his wife, Lauren Morstead, the Super Bowl winner, said, “I’m grateful for an amazing wife who handles everything so well and always with a smile on her face.” Well, isn’t it a green flag? And interestingly, not only does Mrs Morstead handle every situation gracefully, but she also brings out the fun side of the player. But where did Mr. and Mrs Morstead meet, and who is Lauren?

Who is Thomas Morstead’s wife, Lauren?

Lauren Moore is Morstead’s childhood sweetheart, and they attended the same high school.  She is always bringing the fun side out of his persona and also helped him open a charity in 2014. Named ‘What You Give Will Grow,’ the organization provides support and treatment to cancer patients and funds children’s cancer programs. By June 2022, WYGWG had donated over $2,500,000 to different causes. Now that is something inspiring! Born to Eric and Lisa Moore, Lauren hails from Clear Lake. Moreover, she studied at Clear Lake High School and completed her graduation from Texas A&M University.

How did Thomas Morstead and Lauren Morstead meet?

Thomas Morstead, the veteran NFL punter, and his wife, Lauren Morstead, share a relationship that has been rooted in mutual support and understanding since their early days together. The two first met during their college years at Southern Methodist University (SMU) in Dallas, Texas. Thomas was making a name for himself as a standout punter for the Mustangs, while Lauren was a student actively involved on campus. Their connection began as a friendship, strengthened by shared values, determination, and an appreciation for hard work.

Over time, that friendship naturally evolved into a deeper relationship. Lauren stood by Thomas as he transitioned from a promising college athlete to an NFL professional, eventually being drafted by the New Orleans Saints in 2009. Their journey together is marked by the same resilience and commitment that Thomas displays on the field, forming the foundation of their long-lasting marriage and growing family.

When did Thomas Morstead and Lauren Morstead get married?

The couple got married in July 2013 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Houston. The wedding reception was held at Hotel Zaza. The couple infused some New Orleans flavor by bringing in the popular Crescent City cover band Bag of Doughnuts.

The high school sweethearts have been married for more than a decade now and have five children. Thomas never fails to express his love for Lauren on social media. The player loves sharing his cute, funny, and adorable moments with the fans and the audience surely adores it. On July 9, 2016, Morstead shared a picture of his wife on Instagram and wrote a heartfelt birthday post. His caption read, “HAPPY BIRTHDAY to my lovely wife, Lauren. She is the rock of our family. I am so grateful.” Well, Moore is definitely the backbone of the Morstead family, and interestingly, she is also the rock behind Thomas’ bond with his teammate, Aaron Rodgers.

How many kids does Thomas Morstead and Lauren Morstead have?

Thomas Morstead has five children with his wife, Lauren: Maxwell, Beckett, Maggie, Rosalie, and Declan. His first four children were born in New Orleans, and he later welcomed his fifth child, Declan, in 2024. Maxwell is the eldest, then comes Beckett, the third child, and then Rosalie comes in at fourth. Finally, the youngest child is Declan Thomas. 

The couple welcomed their fifth child in May 2024. And Mr. Morstead didn’t hesitate to praise his spouse and said, “She’s the best mommy ever.” Interestingly, while welcoming their first child, the punter recalls how Moore was reassuring him and was stronger than he was. He said, “She was a rock. She was re-assuring me much more than I was re-assuring her.”

The NFL star also announced the birth of their 4th child in 2019 through X. Their baby was born on 15th February 2019, and they named her Rosalie. Morstead posted a photo online with the caption, “It’s a girl and I’m in Love! Rosalie (ROZ-ah-lee, in honor of my grandmother) Grace Morstead. Lauren is a rockstar. Thank you to everyone for the prayers and encouragement. We are so grateful.”

What is Lauren Morstead’s Instagram?

Lauren has a private account on Instagram, where she shares her family life as well as personal updates through the social media handle. Her Insta handle is laurenlizy.

Isn’t it a real-life victory to have such a strong, supportive, funny, and encouraging life partner? Well, with Lauren supporting Thomas Morstead from the sidelines, let’s see what the 2025 season holds for him!