Despite his troubles, J.K. maintained a close relationship with his father, who had expressed his desire that his son not follow in his footsteps. J.K. and his father had a close bond until his father died unexpectedly. During this time, J.K. frequently stayed with his father and grandparents, C.L. and Rita, while his mother, Mya, worked or went to school. Coping with his father’s death was difficult, but Dobbins was determined not to let his ambitions be derailed by his grief.
Football became a source of enjoyment for him as well as a means of coping with his loss. He improved as a player and enjoyed football nights as much as his father did during his playing days. Dobbins’ father’s passing at a young age pushed him to mature faster than many of his classmates, and he carries a piece of his father’s legacy with him every time he carries the football.
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