Former Central Michigan Chippewas quarterback Tommy Lazzaro has handed away, the varsity introduced Thursday. He was simply 27 years outdated.
Lazzaro — a Monument, Colorado native — was concerned in a deadly searching accident this previous Sunday in Florida, in response to a number of experiences.
Lazzaro made 20 profession appearances for the Chippewas … and was a part of the group that went 8-6 and made it to the MAC Championship Recreation in opposition to Miami (OH) in 2019. He led the group with two touchdowns within the contest.
In his profession at CMU, Lazzaro earned 758 yards and 5 touchdowns via the air … including 542 yards and 11 scores on the bottom.
In his senior yr, his teammates chosen him to obtain the Kurt Dobronski Award, which honors a participant who demonstrates effort, depth and appreciation for this system.
After graduating with a level in entrepreneurship, he enlisted within the Military … reaching sergeant rankings. His father and grandfather additionally served for the nation.
Lazzaro’s former coach, Jim McElwain, shared his condolences … saying, “When we took over the program, Tommy was truly our leader in so many ways.”
“CMU Football was blessed to have him and will always remember him for all he did for many of us. He will be missed by all of the Chippewas.”
