JUST IN:Former Bulldog and Sec Freshman of the year (2017) Jake Fromm has been found guilty of assulting his wife at their home…(ESPN Report)
JUST IN: Former Bulldog and SEC Freshman of the Year (2017) Jake Fromm Found Guilty of Assaulting His Wife at Their Home (ESPN Report)
By ESPN Staff | March 24, 2025
Atlanta, GA – A tragic chapter has been written in the story of a once-beloved college football star.
Jake Fromm, the former University of Georgia quarterback who rose to national fame in 2017 as the SEC Freshman of the Year, has been found guilty of assaulting his wife in a verdict that shocked fans and devastated those who once cheered him on.
According to reports, the incident took place on the night of January 18th at the couple’s Atlanta-area home. Neighbors contacted authorities after hearing what they described as a “disturbing argument that escalated into violence.” When police arrived, Fromm’s wife, Emily Fromm, was found with visible injuries and in tears.
Fromm, now 26, was arrested at the scene and later released on bond. Over the course of the trial, he maintained his innocence, claiming the argument was “heated, but never physical.” But the evidence told a different story. Text messages, medical records, and harrowing testimony from Emily painted a portrait of a relationship in decline—one marked by emotional strain and, ultimately, physical harm.
In a tearful statement during the trial, Emily spoke directly to the courtroom: “I loved Jake. I still love who he used to be. But love isn’t supposed to leave bruises. It isn’t supposed to leave you afraid to go home.”
The jury found Jake Fromm guilty on two counts: domestic battery and aggravated assault. He is scheduled for sentencing in April and faces up to six years in prison.
It’s a deeply sad fall from grace for a man once seen as the future of Georgia football. Fromm led the Bulldogs to the National Championship game in his freshman year, quickly becoming a fan favorite for his poise, faith, and team-first mentality. He went on to be drafted into the NFL, but his professional career never fully blossomed.
Since the verdict, the University of Georgia has issued a brief statement: “Our thoughts are with the individuals impacted by this heartbreaking situation. We condemn all forms of domestic violence and stand with survivors.”
Emily Fromm has filed for divorce and is reportedly receiving counseling and support from close family members.
For many, the story is a sobering reminder that fame, talent, and public image can’t always hide what happens behind closed doors.
What began as a fairy tale journey in college football has now ended in a courtroom—and for Jake Fromm, the final whistle has sounded in the most heartbreaking way.