Jack Bech’s story is so remarkable it could fit right into a Hollywood script.

In the Senior Bowl held in Mobile, Alabama, Bech scored the decisive touchdown for Team American. After making the catch from Seth Henigan, he was overcome with emotion in the end zone as his teammates rushed to congratulate him.

Wearing the number 7 jersey, Bech paid tribute to his brother Martin “Tiger” Bech, a former Princeton football player, who tragically lost his life in the New Orleans truck incident on New Year’s Day. Post-game, Bech celebrated the victory with his parents and was honored with the Senior Bowl MVP title.

“It’s straightforward; my brother is watching over me,” Bech remarked to NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero after the game. “He gave me the strength to perform today. I owe everything to him and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.”

At 22, Bech led the Horned Frogs in the 2024 season with 1,034 receiving yards and nine touchdowns. His impressive performance at the Senior Bowl may boost his prospects for the upcoming NFL draft.

Here’s what to know about Jack Bech:

Jack Bech’s brother, Tiger, lost in New Orleans tragedy

Tiger Bech played three seasons of college football for Princeton from 2016 to 2018 and was among the victims of the New Orleans attack on January 1st. The news was first announced by Kim Broussard, the athletic director at St. Thomas More Catholic High School in Lafayette, Louisiana, which Bech attended. Jack Bech confirmed this heartbreaking news on his X (formerly Twitter) account.

“Always love you, brother,” Bech posted on X. “You inspired me each day, and now you’re with me in every moment. I’ve got this family, T, don’t worry. This achievement is for us.”

Previously donning the number 13 at TCU, Bech chose to wear number 7 during the Senior Bowl practices and game as a homage to his brother.

“I feel like I’ve got angel wings around me,” Bech shared with Fox Sports regarding wearing his brother’s number. “His presence is my guiding force, helping me reach where I am today. This was his test for me, and if I can overcome this, then nothing else will compare to this challenge.”

Jack Bech’s statistics

This season, Bech was recognized as a Biletnikoff semifinals contender after racking up 1,034 receiving yards and nine touchdowns. He had a standout start to the season with 647 yards and six touchdowns in just the first five games.

Bech began his collegiate journey at LSU, concluding with a collective total of 133 receptions for 1,869 yards and 13 touchdowns over four seasons.

During the Senior Bowl, he recorded six catches for 68 yards, including the game-winning touchdown with just seven seconds remaining. He is projected to be a potential mid-round selection in the 2025 NFL draft.

Here’s a summary of Bech’s collegiate stats:

• 2021 (LSU): 43 receptions for 489 yards and three touchdowns
• 2022 (LSU): 16 receptions for 200 yards and one touchdown
• 2023 (TCU): 12 receptions for 146 yards
• 2024 (TCU): 62 receptions for 1,034 yards and nine touchdowns
• Career: 133 receptions for 1,869 yards and 13 touchdowns