New England Patriots tight end and accused murderer Aaron Hernandez is to be removed from EA Sports titles Madden 25 and NCAA 14.
Hernandez, charged with murder on 25 June, and currently standing trial, will actually appear in both games until a future title update removes him completely. At the moment, gamers that unlock Hernandez’s Ultimate Team card in NCAA 14 will actually see the card of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith.
“We have made a decision to remove Aaron Hernandez from Madden NFL 25 and NCAA Football 14. Because NCAA Football 14 was finalized prior to our decision, Hernandez’ image still appears in the Nike Skills Trainer. However, he is not in the game, and anyone who unlocks that particular Nike Skills Trainer reward will receive an Alex Smith Ultimate Team player item instead. The image of Hernandez will be removed via a Title Update in the near future,” EA said in a statement.
Until removed, Hernandez is tied to the Florida Gators in NCAA 14. The Patriots released him on the day he was arranged, so Hernandez would technically appear as a free agent if he makes it into Madden at all.
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