Kyren Lacy was likely expecting to be preparing for the 2025 NFL Draft at this point in the year. Unfortunately, his focus will seemingly be in a legal battle as Chris Nakamoto of WAFB9 was the first to report that the Louisiana State Police have issued an arrest warrant for the LSU wide receiver.

Lacy was allegedly illegally passing several vehicles while in an area where passing was not permitted. A vehicle in the oncoming lane abruptly braked in order to avoid a collision and the car behind them, a Kia Cadenza, swerved left into oncoming traffic to avoid rear-ending the first vehicle. The Cadenza then collided head-on with a Kia Sorrento that Lacy was attempting to pass. Lacy allegedly drove around the crash and fled the scene, failing to stop and render aid, call emergency services, or report his involvement in the crash.

A passenger in the Sorrento sadly passed away after being critically injured in the crash, and the drivers of both vehicles also sustained injuries. Because of the death as a result of the accident, Lacy is facing charges of negligent homicide and felony hit-and-run. Police say Lacy and his representation have been in communication, are cooperating, and are expected to turn him in.

After playing WR3 to Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr. in 2023, Lacy finally got the opportunity to serve as the leading wideout this year in Baton Rouge. Though the offense was not nearly as productive in 2024, Lacy was second on the team in receiving yards after not playing in the Tigers’ bowl game (866 yards), and he led the team in receiving touchdowns (9).

Lacy wasn’t projecting to be one of the top receivers in this year’s draft. In early big boards from ESPN’s staff and Dane Brugler of The Athletic, Lacy was nowhere to be found, but his ideal size and decent production likely solidified him as a late-round flier for teams looking for help at wide receiver. His actions yesterday may deter teams from taking a chance on him, though, and he may face a tough challenge to make it to the NFL.