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Who is Lakisha Wesseling? Late NFL writer Chris Wesseling's wife and mother-of-one is also a sports journalist

Lakisha Wesseling, who got married to Chris Wesseling in 2009, has been working as a multi-media journalist with NFL since 2015

NFL writer and editor Chris Wesseling passed away on Friday, February 5, after a long battle with cancer. The sad news was revealed by his wife Lakisha Wesseling on Saturday, February 6, on her official Instagram account. Chris Wesseling was best known for his coverage of the league for six seasons as a writer for NBCSports.com and a senior NFL editor at Rotoworld.com before he joined NFL Media in 2013.

According to the official website of the NFL, Chris Wesseling was a writer for Around the NFL, where he gave non-stop analysis and opinions on all things football. The website also reports that “Wesseling spent his formative years immersed in NFL history books while dispensing invaluable fantasy football advice.”

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Who is Lakisha Wesseling?

Lakisha Wesseling, who got married to Chris Wesseling in 2009, is also a journalist just like her late husband. She has been working as a multi-media journalist with NFL since 2015. Her bio on LinkedIn further sheds light on her professional career. It reads, “Digital Content Editor at NFL Network.” It also states, “Enthusiastic multi-media journalist experienced in producing news on a multi-platform.”

She writes stories for NFL.com and monitors live games and social media for breaking news and story ideas. On the personal front, her Instagram bio reveals she is a proud mother. It reads, “New mom to Baby Lincoln.” Lakisha Wesseling also proved to be emotionally strong as she supported Chris throughout his cancer battle and kept sharing his story on her social media accounts. As seen in a lot of her social media posts, she kept him cheerful and positive.

She also shared a lengthy post on her official Instagram account where she bid her husband an emotional farewell. While sharing a picture of Chris with their baby Lincoln along with a short video on her Instagram, she stated, “2/5/2021: Linc gained the best guardian angel. Chris passed away peacefully yesterday afternoon. I was by his side, holding his hand."

"Knowing that he’s no longer suffering brings me some comfort, but my heart hurts so much. I took him to the hospital on the 19th thinking he’d be admitted for a few days like before... not knowing that would be the last time he’d be home. His cancer had spread to his lungs and other areas. I just don’t understand. I’m stuck in a place between denial and anger.” 

She continued, “Why take such a kind, loving soul? Why? Chris made an everlasting impression on anyone he met, even in his final days. One nurse gave me a letter to give to Linc the day after I took him in to see Chris. I read it last night and it’s one of the most beautiful letters written by a random person that wanted Linc to know what kind of man his father was coming from a complete stranger.”

Lakisha concluded, “I know Chris is in heaven looking down on us. I’m going to do my best to raise Linc how I know he would want. I see Chris every time I look at Linc’s face. I am so grateful I get to keep a part of him with me. #f**kcancer.” 

Internet heartbroken for Lakisha Wesseling

Along with a few NFL colleagues of Chris Wesseling, a lot of social media users poured in tributes for the late NFL writer. Many also felt heartbroken for Lakisha in this time of difficulty as they expressed their condolences. One user said, “Wess was family. Absolutely crushed. Devastated for Kisha and Linc. Can’t tell you how much he’ll be missed. Rest In Peace, Chris. We love you.”

Another shared, “I’m heartbroken by the loss of Chris Wesseling. I remember reading him all the time in middle school and high school and he was a huge inspiration to me entering sports media. I’m even sadder for his wife Lakisha and new son Lincoln, and I hope they can make it through this.”

One posted, “This is truly heartbreaking, Chris always seemed like such a great guy and was a true fighter! My thoughts go out to Lakisha and Linc as well as all of Chris’ colleagues and friends at the NFL.  RIP Chris Wesseling, you be will missed.”

A user posted, “Thinking of you, Lakisha. As a listener from Australia, I never had the pleasure of meeting Chris but I couldn’t help but admire his strength and love of family. Rest assured, there’ll be no shortage of people championing the Wesseling legacy. We’re all sending our love right now.”

Another added, “Chris Wesseling made this earth a better place. My heart is broken for Lakisha, Lincoln, the ATN family, & anyone who was lucky enough to spend even a few minutes with this beautiful soul.”