Jack Bech's older brother, Tiger Bech, was only 27 when he was killed in a terrorist attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans on New Year's Day. Exactly one month later, Jack was named MVP of the Senior Bowl following a game that saw him haul in 6 catches for 68 yards.

Bech was also voted Senior Bowl MVP with six receptions, 68 yards and the winning score. Memphis quarterback Seth Henigan, a former Denton Ryan alum, made the pass to Bech on fourth-and-goal from the 2-yard line as the American team defeated the National team 22-19.

Tiger Bech played wide receiver at Princeton and was one of 14 people killed in the early hours of New Year's Day.