Former Kentucky quarterback Jared Lorenzen died on Wednesday after battling both kidney and heart issues as well as an infection, his family announced in a statement shared by Kentucky Sports Radio's Matt Jones. Lorenzen was 38.
"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," the statement read. "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.