Patriots' Will Campbell Honors Late Teammate Kyren Lacy at NFL Draft

New England Patriots first-round pick Will Campbell honored his late LSU teammate Kyren Lacy during the NFL Draft by wearing a lapel pin with Lacy’s No. 2, symbolizing his presence and spirit at the event. Lacy, once considered an early-round NFL prospect, died by suicide following a police pursuit after a family dispute, and he had been facing serious legal charges stemming from a fatal car accident in December. Campbell spoke emotionally about Lacy’s character, describing him as a great teammate and person, and expressed sympathy for his family, noting that Lacy would have been drafted if not for the tragic events. Lacy’s legal troubles had led to his disinvitation from the NFL Scouting Combine, drawing criticism from his agent and attorney toward the NFL’s handling of his case. Despite the controversy and loss, Campbell emphasized his desire to keep Lacy’s memory alive on one of the biggest nights of his career. The tribute highlighted both the pressures young athletes face and the lasting bonds of teammates.