Heisman Trophy Trust Brutally Roasted For O.J. Simpson Death Tribute

The Heisman Trophy Trust decided to react to O.J. Simpson's death, and it didn't go well.

The former USC and NFL star died Wednesday at the age of 76 after battling cancer, and his death was made public by his family Thursday.

Seeing as how Simpson was accused and acquitted of murdering his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman, some people weren't exactly shedding tears. Reactions were all over the place, and the Heisman Trophy's official X account posted a Tweet simply one stating, "The Heisman Trophy Trust mourns the passing of 1968 Heisman Trophy Winner OJ Simpson. We extend our sympathy to his family."

Heisman Trophy Trust torched for O.J. Simpson tribute.

How did the Heisman Trophy Trust tweet go over? About as well as you'd expect, which is not well at all. People on X tore it to shreds. Check out some of the reactions below, and hit me with your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com.

I think it's fair to ask why Reggie Bush can't have his Heisman back after taking benefits that weren't allowed at the time, but we have the Heisman Trust out here honoring O.J. Simpson.

The former USC superstar running back might have been acquitted in court of the horrific murders - he did lose the civil case - but many people still believe he was absolutely guilty.

In fact, I'm not sure I personally know a single person who thinks O.J. Simpson didn't do it. That seemed to be the overwhelming feeling on social media Thursday, and then the Heisman Trust came in honoring him and his family. Just a wild tweet.

Social media was on fire after O.J. Simpson's death was announced. (Photo credit: VINCE BUCCI/AFP via Getty Images)

The Heisman Trust is probably wishing it sat this one out, but what's done is done. The reactions are absolute gold. Let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com.