Former Jet Joe McKnight Murdered

By Glenn Naughton Posted On December 1, 2016

By Glenn Naughton

Multiple media outlets are reporting that former New York Jets running back/kick returner Joe McKnight has been murdered in his Terrytown, LA.

McKnight was reportedly involved in a traffic altercation at 3pm and was attempting to calm the perpetrator by apologizing for whatever it was that took place between the two according to a witness at the scene.

EMT’s on the scene attempted CPR but were unable to revive the former USC star who was a fourth round draft choice of the New York Jets in the 2010 NFL draft.

McKnight’s identity was confirmed by loved ones who arrived at the scene. He was 28 years old.

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Glenn was Born in the Bronx, New York and has followed the Jets religiously despite being stationed in several different countries and time zones around the world. He now resides in England and has been a JetNation member since 2005. Glenn will bleed green with the rest of us through the highs and lows.

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