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College football world reacts to tragic news of Jared Lorenzen’s death
By Adam Spencer
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Sadly, former Kentucky QB Jared Lorenzen lost his battle with a serious illness on Wednesday evening, passing away at the age of 38.
Lorenzen was a very popular player, and news of his death was met with many tributes and remembrances from Big Blue Nation.
As you can see below, fans and media members, as well as former and current Wildcats, took to Twitter to share their thoughts about Lorenzen:
So terribly sad. https://t.co/IzUAqeieyb
— Paul Finebaum (@finebaum) July 3, 2019
We are heartbroken for Jared’s family and friends. Since I’ve been here, it has been obvious that he was one of the most popular players in school history. He was a proud member of the Kentucky football family and he will be greatly missed by the Big Blue Nation. https://t.co/9NHMzR5rz4
— Mark Stoops (@UKCoachStoops) July 3, 2019
https://twitter.com/Trav_Graf/status/1146521598838693888
https://twitter.com/KY_Clips/status/1146520264852877313
A Spokesman for the NY Giants sent me this statement on the passing of Jared Lorenzen pic.twitter.com/Wrsq3D6XtW
— Matt Jones (@KySportsRadio) July 3, 2019
Man I’m in Denver and I just got the news on Jared Lorenzen I’m lost for words BBN we lost a great man. Jesus keep his family in your arms.
— CoachMarrowUK (@vincemarrow) July 3, 2019
Thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Jared Lorenzen Family! He will certainly be missed! https://t.co/abej8s8DYO
— Craig Yeast (@CraigYeast) July 3, 2019
https://twitter.com/patty_ice_8/status/1146515877224943617
First time I met Jared I felt like I had known him for years. Was a great person to be around. Condolences to his family. RIP to a Kentucky Football Legend. Jared Lorenzen #22 The #BBN will never forget you!
— Maxwell Smith (@Maxwe11EKU) July 3, 2019
RIP 22, you’ll be missed brother
— Kash Daniel (@KashDaniel15) July 3, 2019
Rest in peace, Jared.
Adam is a daily fantasy sports (DFS) and sports betting expert. A 2012 graduate of the University of Missouri, Adam now covers all 16 SEC football teams. He is the director of DFS, evergreen and newsletter content across all Saturday Football brands.
