Former Kentucky star QB Jared Lorenzen Dies At Aged 38

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https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/27114308/former-kentucky-star-qb-lorenzen-dies-38

 

Former Kentucky and NFL quarterback Jared Lorenzen died Wednesday after a battle with cardiac and renal issues, his family confirmed to ESPN. He was 38.

Lorenzen, who battled weight issues both during and after his playing career, was hospitalized last week.

"It is with heavy hearts that the family of Jared Lorenzen would like to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation for all of your support and prayers over the past 6 days," Lorenzen's mother, Janet Hermes, said in a statement. "We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Jared today, July 3, 2019. Again, we appreciate all of the warm wishes and prayers, but as a family, we would request your respect and privacy at this time. We will offer arrangement information in the coming days. Please keep Jared's family and especially his children, in your thoughts and prayers."

Lorenzen became a star at Kentucky because of his record-setting passing accomplishments and his size.

Nicknamed the "Hefty Lefty" and weighing over 300 pounds, Lorenzen became Kentucky's all-time leader in passing yards (10,354), completions (862) and total offense (10,637 yards).

Lorenzen signed as an undrafted free agent with the Giants in 2004 and spent parts of four seasons with New York. He signed with the Indianapolis Colts in July 2008 but was waived before the start of the season.

 

 

 

[joewilly12]

Tragic news hate seeing this 38 years old what a shame. RIP

[Sarge4Tide]

Sad news....

[mrcoops]

Jared Lorenzen dead, at the age of 38, following serious health problems linked to his weight.

Rest in Peace.

https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2019/07/03/jared-lorenzen-dies-at-38/

[Hackenberg - Banned]

Did they really need to say "with heavy hearts"

[T0mShane]

A tragic end for the Jachai Polite of quarterbacks.

[NYJ1]

That's really too bad......

[Peace Frog]

Sucks. RIP. 

[Maxman]

38 wow, may he rest in peace.

[shevys]

I was stationed with his uncle in Ramstein, Germany when we were in the Air Force. He never stopped talking about his nephew. RIP

[HawkeyeJet]

Lorenzen could ball.  From all accounts was a very good person as well.

Guys like him are a big reason why college football is so awesome.

[slats]

Sad. Dude was fun. 

[Kleckineau]

By all accounts was a good guy and team mate.

Very sad.

Like John Daly, I think he gave obese fans someone to indentify with and to cheer for.

RIP Hefty Lefty.

 

[Barry McCockinner]

 

 

[Losmeister]

whoa.

rip.

 

[jetsons]

R.I.P. 

[Thai Jet]

Thoughts and prayers are with his family. 38 is way to young to be cashing in one's chips.

[Bruce Harper]

19 hours ago, T0mShane said:

A tragic end for the Jachai Polite of quarterbacks.

Not the time.

[Creepy Lurker]

What a depressing day of football news. 

[shevys]

Nice tribute his uncle shared, in case anyone is interested:

 

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=YnRmAglKLMo&feature=youtu.be