Ex-Georgia QB Aaron Murray says dad told him to ‘stay close to’ Tim Tebow, ‘far from’ Aaron Hernandez had he gone to Florida
Former Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Aaron Murray has revealed that his father warned him to steer clear of then-University of Florida player Aaron Hernandez during a recruiting trip in 2008. Murray, who had received an offer from Florida, was mesmerized when he saw Tim Tebow, Brandon Spikes, and Hernandez, who was a junior at that time. While Murray was star-struck, his father, Dennis, had a bad feeling. “I don’t know who that kid really is, but if you commit to Florida I don’t think you should hang out with him,” said his father. Murray cited Hernandez’s interaction with players and team personnel as a reason why his father said he should “stay close to Tim (Tebow). Stay far from Aaron (Hernandez).”
Murray turned down Florida in favor of the Georgia Bulldogs, where he played four seasons and holds the school record for all-time passing yards and passing touchdowns. Hernandez departed Florida in 2010 when he was drafted into the NFL. In 2015, the troubled tight end was found guilty of first-degree murder for the 2013 killing of Odin Leonardo John Lloyd in North Attleborough, Massachusetts. Hernandez was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder at the Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center, where he committed suicide inside his cell in 2017.
Florida Gators star Aaron Hernandez, who was a junior at the time during the recruiting trip in 2008, turned out to be a killer.
FAQs:
Who is Aaron Murray?
Aaron Murray is a former American football quarterback who played for the Georgia Bulldogs of the University of Georgia.
Who is Aaron Hernandez?
Aaron Hernandez was an American football tight end who played in the National Football League (NFL) for the New England Patriots.
What did Aaron Murray’s father warn him about regarding Aaron Hernandez?
Aaron Murray’s father warned him to stay away from Aaron Hernandez during a recruiting trip in 2008, citing Hernandez’s interaction with players and team personnel as the reason.
What did Aaron Hernandez do?
In 2013, Aaron Hernandez was found guilty of first-degree murder for the killing of Odin Leonardo John Lloyd in North Attleborough, Massachusetts, and was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. He committed suicide in prison in 2017.
What happened to Aaron Hernandez’s fiancé?
Aaron Hernandez’s fiancé Shayanna Jenkins-Hernandez was accused of mishandling a trust fund left for the couple’s daughter in January. According to court documents, Jenkins-Hernandez spent around $12,000 at HomeGoods, $17,000 in clothing, and $10,000 in entertainment expenses.
Did Aaron Hernandez have any health issues?
Months after Aaron Hernandez committed suicide in prison, doctors discovered that he was suffering from severe CTE, according to a press release from Boston University.
What happened to Aaron Hernandez’s brother?
Aaron Hernandez’s brother, Dennis “D.J.” Hernandez, was arrested after he threw a brick at ESPN’s headquarters in Bristol, Conn., in March.
Aaron Murray, former Georgia QB, reveals father advised him to stay near Tim Tebow and away from Aaron Hernandez if he joined Florida team.
Former Georgia quarterback Aaron Murray has revealed that his father warned him to steer clear of Aaron Hernandez during a recruiting trip in 2008. Murray, a 4-star prospect who received an offer from Florida, was starstruck when he saw Tim Tebow, Brandon Spikes and Hernandez, who was a junior at the time. However, Murray’s father had a bad feeling about the future killer, citing his interactions with players and team personnel as a reason why his son should “Stay close to Tim. Stay far from Aaron.” Ultimately, Murray turned down Florida in favor of the Georgia Bulldogs. Hernandez was found guilty of first-degree murder for the 2013 killing of Odin Leonardo John Lloyd in North Attleborough, Mass. and committed suicide in prison in 2017.