Former NFL MVP Shaun Alexander and his wife, Valerie, are expecting their 14th child. The couple already has 10 daughters and 3 sons together.
Alexander shared the news on the Up & Adams Show, saying, “Number 14 is in the belly,” with a big smile.
He didn’t mention the baby’s gender or due date, and said the show’s host, Kay Adams, was the first person on TV he told.
Shaun and Valerie, married since 2002, have children named Judea, Hope, Hosanna, Eternity, Torah, Jedidiah, Honor, Temple, Justus, Joseph, Eden, Trinity, and Heaven.
Shaun Alexander and His Wife, Valerie, Became Parents For the First Time In 2002
Former Seattle Seahawks player tied the knot with his wife, Valerie, in 2002. They welcomed their first child, Heaven, in 2003.
Since then, they have welcomed a total of 13 children (10 daughters and three sons). Valerie once wrote on Instagram that Heaven became a big sister when her 12 siblings were born.
Their children, in order of birth, are Heaven, Trinity, Eden, Joseph, Justus, Temple, Honor, Jedidiah, Torah, Eternity, Hosanna, Hope, and Judea. Sadly, their ninth child, Torah, has passed away.
The former athlete often shares glimpses of his family life on social media, like posting photos from events and special moments.
In a 2019 Father’s Day message for the Parental Rights Foundation, he said,
“I have received many awards and recognition in my life, but my greatest title is being a father.”
Shaun Alexander
Shaun and Valerie’s children often join their parents at events to support their dad.
In December 2018, when Shaun was honored in the SEC Football Legends Class, he shared photos with his kids and wrote that he was “grateful to share this night with my family.”
In October 2022, the whole family traveled to Seattle for Shaun’s Ring of Honor induction. He posted,
“The Ring of Honor celebration last weekend was amazing. More than anything, my journey has been all about family. I’m grateful that for the first time, my entire family was able to travel to Seattle and be with the Seahawks.”
Sometimes, the kids even plan outings themselves. In April 2025, Shaun took his sons to the NFL Draft for his son Jedidiah’s birthday.
He captioned the post, “I asked Jedidiah what he wanted for his birthday; he said go somewhere with you. So, draft it was. Great time with my boys.”
Many of Shaun Alexander’s Children Are Athletes
Many of the former NFL star’s children seem to be following in his footsteps. Valerie has indirectly shared their kids’ athletic abilities and their interests through an Instagram post.
The mother of 13 hinted at her children’s interests by putting specific emojis next to their names.
Heaven
The eldest of the Alexander siblings seems to have a talent for music. While most of her siblings in sports, Heaven enjoys a different kind of skill and passion in the family.
Trinity
Trinity is interested in cooking and also takes part in track. She seem to balance her love for food with athletic activities, making her hobbies diverse.
Eden
Moreover, Eden has a strong interest in track. In June 2025, Valerie shared a video of Eden’s track season. She called her “destined for greatness on the track.”
Joseph
Joseph enjoys both basketball and football. He is following the family’s sporty tradition. He seems to be one of the kids most likely to continue in his father’s athletic footsteps.
Justus
Justus also plays basketball and football. Like Joseph, he is actively involved in sports and appears to enjoy competing and staying active.
Temple
Temple is passionate about basketball. She can often be seen playing and enjoying the game in her parents’ social media posts.
Honor
Honor loves basketball and also takes part in track. She seem to be showing interest in more than one sport and keeping up with her siblings’ athletic streak.
Jedidiah
Jedidiah seems to enjoy football. It hints at the possibility of following his father’s legacy on the field.
Torah
As mentioned above, Torah, sadly, passed away, but she will continue to live in her family’s athletic activities and the memories they share together.
Eternity, Hosanna, Hope, and Judea
Their specific hobbies have not been mentioned, but as part of this big family, it is likely that will shares in their energetic and supportive environment.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Alexander was born in Florence, Kentucky, to his fahter, Curtis Alexander Jr. and mother, Carol.
- His dad works for Morton Salt and his mom works in the trauncy department of the Boone County School District.
- The former NFL star has an older brother, Durran. In addition, Shaun has four older half-sisters and three older half-brothers.
- His parents went separate way when he was only 11 years old. Shaun and Durran grew up with his mother in Florence, Kentucky.
