How did Jake Hescock die? Former UCF tight end, dead at 25, remembered as an 'amazing teammate'
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS: Former University of Central Florida tight end Jake Hescock died on Tuesday, December 6, at the young age of 25 due to a cardiac arrest while out on a jog in Boston, according to his family. UCF Football shared a tribute to the former TE on Facebook, saying they were "devastated" by the news.
"We are devastated to hear of the passing of Jake Hescock. He was beloved by everyone within Knight Nation," they wrote. "Our deepest condolences go out to everyone who knew Jake. He was taken too soon and will be greatly missed." Hescock played in 48 games in his career, scoring six touchdowns. His cousin wrote on social media, "It is with a heavy heart that I have to say my cousin Jake has passed on, may he rest in peace and forever shine his bright soul down upon us."
