Lions’ Amik Robertson Remembers Final Conversations With Late NFL Prospect Kyren Lacy
Detroit Lions defensive back Amik Robertson is mourning the unexpected loss of Kyren Lacy, a promising wide receiver and 2025 NFL Draft hopeful, who tragically passed away at 24.
Robertson, 26, took to Instagram Stories on Sunday, April 13, to honor Lacy. “Forever 2,” he captioned a photo of Lacy in his LSU Tigers gear. “Rest easy, lil bro.”
Just hours earlier, news broke confirming Lacy’s death, though an official cause has not been revealed at this time. (Us Weekly has contacted representatives for additional details.)
Robertson also shared their final text exchange, revealing an emotional moment of support. In a message dated January 11—around the time of Lacy’s legal troubles—Robertson encouraged Lacy to stay strong.
“I need you to trust the process and put everything in God’s hands,” Robertson wrote, seemingly referencing Lacy’s alleged involvement in a fatal car crash. “I know this is a rough period, but my faith is high. I don’t know the full story, and I’m not here to judge. If you made a mistake, that happens—just learn from it. Keep the faith, bro. I’m here no matter what.”
Lacy simply replied, “All love, brother.”
Back in December 2024, Lacy was arrested and charged with negligent homicide, reckless driving, and felony hit-and-run after a deadly crash. He denied any involvement and was released on bond. A grand jury was set to review his case on Monday, April 14—just one day after his sudden death was reported.
In another part of their message exchange, Robertson urged Lacy to stay focused. “Promise me you’ll keep your head up. That’s all I ask,” he wrote. Lacy reacted with a heart emoji and responded, “I promise, big bro! We’ll talk in person soon!”
Their last known messages came on March 26, when Lacy messaged: “Appreciate that, bro. I needed to hear that! They gon’ feel us!” To which Robertson replied, “You already know it.”
Before his passing, Lacy had officially declared for the 2025 NFL Draft in an emotional Instagram post back in December.
“LSU changed my life on and off the field these last three years,” Lacy wrote. “Playing in Death Valley for the best fans in the country has been unforgettable. Not everyone gets to live out their dreams like this, and I’m forever thankful.”
He continued, “To my family, mentors, trainers, and everyone who’s supported me—thank you for always believing in me. With that, I’m declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft.”
This year’s draft is scheduled to begin on Thursday, April 24, just 11 days after Lacy’s death
