The city of Baton Rouge is still reeling from the tragic loss of Kyren Lacy, a promising young football player who was taken from us far too soon. Lacy’s untimely passing has left a hole in the hearts of his loved ones, teammates, and the entire LSU community. While the pain of his absence will never truly go away, his former teammate Malik Nabers has found a way to honor Lacy’s memory and keep it alive on the field.
On April 12, the LSU community was rocked by the news of Lacy’s passing. As a freshman wide receiver, he had already shown great potential and was beloved by his teammates and coaches. His smile was infectious and his work ethic was unmatched. Lacy’s passing was a devastating blow to all who knew him, and the entire city of Baton Rouge was left mourning the loss of such a bright and promising young star.
Malik Nabers, a wide receiver for LSU and former teammate of Lacy’s, has been struggling to come to terms with the loss of his friend and brother. But in the midst of his grief, Nabers has found a way to channel his emotions into something positive – a special tribute to honor Lacy’s memory and legacy.
Nabers recently announced that he will be wearing Lacy’s former number, 13, for the upcoming NFL draft. This may seem like a small gesture, but for Nabers, it holds great significance. In an interview with EssentiallySports, Nabers explained the reasoning behind his decision.
“Kyren was more than just a teammate, he was my brother. We were roommates and we shared everything – our dreams, our fears, our triumphs, and our struggles. So when he passed away, it felt like a piece of me was gone too. I wanted to do something to honor him and keep his memory alive, and wearing his number felt like the perfect way to do that.”
Nabers also revealed that Lacy’s number was originally supposed to be retired by LSU in his honor, but after speaking with Lacy’s family, they decided that it would be more meaningful for Nabers to wear it and continue Lacy’s legacy on the field.
But that’s not all. In addition to wearing Lacy’s number, Nabers has also designed a special patch to be worn on his jersey during the draft. The patch features Lacy’s initials and number, as well as the LSU logo, and will serve as a constant reminder of his former teammate and friend.
This tribute is particularly poignant given that Nabers and Lacy had a special bond on and off the field. They pushed each other to be better players and better men, and their friendship was one of the highlights of Lacy’s time at LSU.
In an emotional Instagram post, Nabers shared his thoughts on his dear friend and the impact he had on his life. “Kyren was more than just a teammate, he was my brother. I will miss him every day, but I know he will be with me on the field, pushing me to be my absolute best. I am honored to wear his number and carry his legacy with me as I continue my football journey.”
Nabers’ heartfelt tribute to Lacy has touched the hearts of many and garnered support from the LSU community and beyond. It serves as a beautiful reminder that even in the face of tragedy, love and friendship can prevail and inspire us to do great things.
As the NFL draft approaches, all eyes will be on Malik Nabers as he carries Lacy’s memory with him onto the next stage of his football career. And while Lacy may no longer be physically with us, his spirit and legacy will live on through Nabers’ tribute.
The loss of Kyren Lacy was a devastating blow to the LSU community, but through Malik Nabers’ tribute, his memory will continue to shine bright and inspire others for years to come. May his legacy live on forever in the hearts of those who knew him and loved him. Rest in peace, Kyren Lacy.
