**Emotional NFL Draft Moment for Jack Bech After Family Tragedy**
Jack Bech, a wide receiver from TCU, experienced a poignant moment during the NFL Draft when the Las Vegas Raiders selected him with the 58th pick. This emotional occasion came just one month after the tragic loss of his brother, Tiger Bech, who was among the victims of a New Orleans terror attack on New Year’s Day.
Tiger, a former Princeton football player and All-Ivy League kick returner, was one of 14 individuals killed in the incident. He played for Princeton from 2016 to 2018, amassing 53 receptions for 825 yards and three touchdowns before graduating in 2021. At the time of his death, he was working as a stockbroker in New York City and had returned to Louisiana for the holidays.
In a remarkable display of resilience, Jack scored the game-winning touchdown in the Senior Bowl, earning MVP honors. Reflecting on the experience, he stated, “My brother has some wings on me. He gave them to me, and he let that all take place. Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Tiger, nothing else but them. They’re the reason I did what I did today. I attribute it all to them.”
Jack expressed the surreal nature of participating in the Senior Bowl, emphasizing that he would trade any success for the chance to hug his brother again. “If I had the option to come here, have the worst week ever, ruin my draft stock, but that means I could hug my brother right now, I would take that,” he said. “But I don’t think I could have had the week that I had if all that wouldn’t have happened. His wings were on my side.”
After being drafted, Jack shared heartfelt embraces with his family, highlighting the profound impact his brother had on his life. “All the big brother does in life is want to see his little brother succeed. He’s been my role model my whole life, the person I looked up to, the person I wanted to be. He was the best big brother I could ever ask for. My whole goal in the rest of my life is to live his legacy on.”
Last season, Jack Bech had an impressive performance at TCU, recording 62 receptions for 1,034 yards and nine touchdowns. He joins a talented group of receivers with the Raiders, including Jakobi Meyers and Tre Tucker, along with rookie Ashton Jeanty in the backfield.
As Jack embarks on his professional career, he carries with him the memory of his brother and the determination to honor his legacy.
**FAQ**
*What impact did Tiger Bech’s death have on Jack Bech’s performance?*
Jack Bech has stated that the memory of his brother, Tiger, inspired him during the Senior Bowl and throughout the draft process, attributing his success to the support he felt from Tiger and his faith.
