After he was found guilty of first-degree murder last week, Aaron Hernandez creased his forehead, pursed his lips and resorted to a tactic too common in his menacing life: intimidation.
The 25-year-old former NFL star shook his head at the jury and mouthed, “You’re wrong.” He licked his lips and shot a defiant stare. It was a harrowing moment. It was exactly how you’d expect Hernandez to react to a conviction.
Three years ago, Hernandez was one of the best tight ends in football. He was so good that the New England Patriots gave him a $40 million contract extension in August 2012.