LSU WR Kyren Lacy, 2025 NFL Draft Prospect, Found Dead at 24 in Houston

Jose Hernandez • April 13, 2025

LSU WR Kyren Lacy, 2025 NFL Draft Prospect, Found Dead at 24 in Houston

The 2025 NFL Draft is just over a week away, set to begin on April 24, and hundreds of college football stars are preparing for what could be the most important weekend of their lives. However, the NFL community is now mourning the sudden and tragic loss of one of this year’s promising draft hopefuls.



LSU Tigers wide receiver Kyren Lacy, 24, was found dead on Saturday night in Houston, Texas, according to multiple reports. At this time, the cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.


Kyren Lacy: Rising Draft Prospect Gone Too Soon


Lacy had officially declared for the 2025 NFL Draft on December 19, opting out of LSU’s Texas Bowl victory over Baylor as he focused on preparing for the next level. He recently participated in LSU’s Pro Day, showcasing his skills in front of NFL scouts and team representatives.


The former LSU standout was widely considered one of the more underrated receivers in this year’s draft class, with some scouts ranking him as high as the sixth-best wide receiver prospect heading into April.


A Standout Season at LSU


Kyren Lacy transferred to LSU from Louisiana in 2022 and went on to make a significant impact for the Tigers. In his final season, he posted a career-best 866 receiving yards and led the team with nine touchdown receptions, solidifying his reputation as a big-play threat.


Across his three-year college career, Lacy was known for his strong hands, route-running ability, and knack for making clutch plays in key moments.


NFL and College Football Communities React


While the NFL gears up for the excitement of the draft, the news of Lacy’s passing casts a somber tone over the pre-draft process. The LSU community, teammates, coaches, and fans have begun to express their condolences and remember a young man who not only had NFL potential but also left a lasting impression on those around him.


2025 NFL Draft Still Ahead


Despite the tragedy, the NFL Draft will proceed as scheduled, beginning Thursday, April 24 and running through Saturday, April 26. Lacy’s absence will be felt deeply as teams look to build the future of their franchises, and one name — which once had a real shot at being called — will now remain heartbreakingly unspoken

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