The college football world was saddened yesterday afternoon by the loss of Jared Lorenzen. Lorenzen is one of the greatest players in the history of Kentucky football, and he passed away far too soon at the age of 38. He had been battling numerous health issues at the time of his death, and he will be remembered by the Wildcats this season.
He was a player, friend, & generally great person it was my privilege to know and coach him.
You will be greatly missed Jared. pic.twitter.com/xXoIdZhYzu
— Hal Mumme (@HalMumme) July 4, 2019
Lorenzen is still the all-time leader in passing yards, attempts, and completions at the University of Kentucky, and anyone who watched him play knows that he was a special athlete. He weighed nearly 300 pounds during his time with the Wildcats, allowing him to break through tackles and bowl over defenders, but he was also surprisingly nimble with his feet. There will never be another quarterback like him.
D'Wan Mathis update: 'Georgia saved my son's life' — Freshman QB recovering from emergency brain surgery six weeks ago: https://t.co/Hoax5D0G9u pic.twitter.com/IJgeLUUoV0
— DawgNation (@DawgNation) July 2, 2019
In late May, Georgia freshman quarterback D’Wan Mathis was rushed to the hospital for emergency brain surgery after complaining of headaches. An MRI had revealed a build-up fluid around his brain, and the Bulldogs’ medical staff acted quickly to save Mathis’ life. Six weeks later, Mathis is continuing to recover, and he was recently cleared to start participating in non-contact drills once more.
It's never easy to follow a legend. But @CoachKli has been a grinder his entire life, and he's not about to stop now. And why should he? Just look at the results. Dabo Swinney and some of the game's other top coaches sure have. @KStateFB. https://t.co/AWAOIxBJ6t
— Chris Low (@ClowESPN) July 3, 2019
Chris Klieman helped create a powerhouse in Fargo, and the Kansas State Wildcats are hoping he can do something similar in Manhattan. Klieman was hired to replace the legendary Bill Snyder this offseason, making the jump from FCS juggernaut North Dakota State. Klieman went 69-6 and led the Bison to four national championships during his time at NDSU, and he is the second Bison coach looking to make his mark on the FBS after Craig Bohl went to Wyoming in 2014.
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