From the NFL to life in prison April 24, 2010- Hernandez is drafted by the New England Patriots. August 27, 2012 - Hernandez signs a $40 million extension with the Patriots. - Hernandez signs a $40 million extension with the Patriots. April 15, 2015 - Hernandez is sentenced to life in prison for the death of Lloyd. (CNN) While his former team prepares for yet another Super Bowl appearance on Sunday, former New England Patriots star Aaron Hernandez and his lawyers are instead gearing up for their next courtroom battle.

Source: CNN February 03, 2017 13:09 UTC