Miami RB Mark Fletcher Jr. surprises mom with new Cadillac Escalade

Throughout Mark Fletcher Jr.’s career at Miami, his mom Linda Fletcher famously does not fly to see his games, instead choosing to drive. She now has a new set of wheels after Fletcher put his NIL money to good use.Fletcher surprised his mom with a new Cadillac Escalade and captured the moment on Finding Fletchers, produced by Miami great and Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin’s production company. The purchase came just before the Hurricanes took down Pitt and the video released ahead of this week’s game vs. North Carolina.$19.99 gets you a FULL year of On3 | Rivals national coverageFletcher has been a key piece of the Miami offense once again this year as an anchor of the running game. All the while, his mom is a prominent figure in the stands at Hurricanes games, and he wanted to show his appreciation for everything she did to further his career.“Today, we’ve got a very special occasion,” Fletcher said in the video. “We’re doing something special for Mama Fletcher. All the hard work she did for me my whole life, she took care of me and my siblings.SUBSCRIBE to the On3 NIL and Sports Business Newsletter“This is what every kid dreams of, being able to get their mom that car or that house. There’s building blocks to it, but I was able to give her this car today, surprising her. She’s got no idea.”As Linda Fletcher went viral for her decision to drive to games, she is getting around this year with an RV gifted by Irvin and Funtown RV. Now, she also has the 2026 Cadillac Escalade to get around, if she so chooses.“What a blessing,” Linda Fletcher said in the video. “My son blessed me with this beautiful Cadillac. I’m mostly excited it can fit me, all my family, all my stuff. I feel absolutely wonderful. I’m so thankful.”After returning to Miami in 2026, Mark Fletcher Jr. has continued to anchor the rushing attack. Through six games he had 414 yards and seven touchdowns as part of a follow-up to an impressive 2025 campaign.Fletcher took 216 carries for 1,192 yards and 12 touchdowns a year ago, along with 140 receiving yards and two touchdowns in the passing game, as Miami made a run to the national title game. He then opted to run it back and is helping fuel an undefeated start to the season in Coral Gables.