Family members told our sister station KTRK-TV that Hurts has been a big help following the deadly shooting of 18-year-old Jarvon Coles.
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Coles, a North Shore High School star student and defensive linebacker, was gunned down during a house party in Humble, Texas, on March 9.
During funeral services over the weekend, a video message from Hurts was played, passing on his condolences to the grieving family. His name was also listed as one of several people to thank in the program, KTRK-TV reports.
Hurts was born in Texas and went to Channelview High School.
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According to NFL's Ian Rapoport, Hurts decided to pay for the funeral after reading about the killing of Coles, who attended a rival high school.
The NFL QB has yet to comment on the meaningful gesture publicly.
No arrests have been made in Coles' murder.