49ers’ Marquise Goodwin Scores Touchdown Hours After Tragic Loss of Newborn Son
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Marquise Goodwin displayed extraordinary strength and resilience during Sunday’s game against the New York Giants, scoring a critical 83-yard touchdown just hours after experiencing an unimaginable personal tragedy, Goodwin and his wife, Morgan, lost their newborn son early Sunday morning due to complications during childbirth.
In what would become one of the most emotional moments in recent NFL history, Goodwin took the field with a heavy heart, determined to honor his son’s memory. In the second quarter, Goodwin caught a deep pass from quarterback C.J. Beathard, sprinting down the sideline to the end zone. As he crossed the goal line, Goodwin blew a kiss toward the sky, then fell to his knees in a poignant moment of grief and reflection. His teammates quickly gathered around him, offering support and solace.
After the game, which the 49ers won 31-21, Goodwin shared the heartbreaking news with the public through a social media post, expressing his love for his son and thanking fans for their support. “I just wanna thank those who’ve genuinely prayed for & myself throughout this pregnancy.
