Kyren Lacy, a 24-year-old former LSU wide receiver, tragically passed away on April 12, 2025, in Houston, Texas. Sources close to the investigation suspect that his death was a suicide, though official confirmation remains pending.
He was an exceptional athlete who excelled at LSU. During 2024, he was the team leader for both catches, yards, and touchdowns. He aspired to compete with the NFL and had submitted his name to be entered into the 2025 NFL Draft. It was only a month prior to his death, in March 2025, that he got to flaunt his skills at LSU’s pro day, where he wished to impress professional scouts.
Breakdown of Lacy’s career statistics, reflecting his growth and impact on the field:
Lacy’s journey from a Louisiana high school star to an NFL prospect underscored his dedication and talent, making his untimely death all the more devastating.
In December 2024, circumstances for Lacy shifted as he was involved in a motor vehicle accident while driving a car in Louisiana, which resulted in the death of a 78-year-old man. He was charged with serious offenses, including negligent homicide and failure to leave the accident scene. On April 14, 2025, two days after he died, a grand jury was to review the charges against him. It is believed by some that stress generated by this legal fight could have been all-consuming for him.
A relative broke the news of Lacy’s death to journalists, and an LSU spokesperson confirmed it. The LSU football team, as well as fans and friends, was heartbroken. Lacy wasn’t only an awesome athlete; he was a person whom others cared for. His death initiated discussions as to how tough life can be for athletes, especially once they have issues beyond football.
A Louisiana State University spokesperson echoed what many were feeling,
“Kyren was an exceptional player and one of our favorite team members. All of us miss him deeply, and everyone’s hearts go out to his family at this moment.”
Each of these expressions of feeling reaffirms what an impact this college football star left during his years at LSU.
While investigators continue to dig deeper, his friends and family and the world of sport are mourning. His tragic tale is a melancholic reiteration of how swift life can be and why mind states are important, particularly for young competitors under stress.
