“Please ask for help”: Dak Prescott speaks out after Kyren Lacy’s apparent suicide

Just weeks before what could have been the biggest chapter of his life, LSU wide receiver Kyren Lacy was found dead in an apparent suicide. As tributes pour in, one voice that’s resonating with many is Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, someone who knows this pain firsthand. Prescott, who lost his brother to suicide in 2020, didn’t hold back in urging others to reach out for help.


Dak Prescott shared an Instagram story featuring a photo of a hand wearing a wristband that read, “Please!!! Ask 4 Help.” He added, “It doesn’t have to end that way!” and “It takes all of us.”
Prescott, who has been an outspoken mental health advocate since the loss of his brother Jace, reacted swiftly. His Instagram story was short but powerful, a direct appeal to anyone struggling in silence.
Dak Prescott’s response wasn’t just a typical public statement. It was personal. Lacy, a prospect in the upcoming NFL Draft, died in his car after allegedly fleeing from police following a domestic dispute involving a firearm. According to Harris County authorities, Lacy discharged a weapon into the ground during an argument and left the scene in a vehicle. Hours later, tragedy struck.

This isn’t new for Prescott. His “Faith. Fight. Finish.” foundation has made suicide prevention one of its core missions. The organization doesn’t just raise awareness, it takes action, offering support and resources for individuals battling mental illness and encouraging honest conversations about mental health.
“Our goal is to champion those who battle mental illness by helping them to always know they are not alone, find their purpose and realize that YOUR LIFE MATTERS,” the foundation’s mission statement reads.
Through his platform, Prescott has consistently reminded fans and fellow athletes that asking for help is not weakness, it’s strength.


Lacy’s death has left many heartbroken, especially those who knew how close he was to achieving his NFL dream. His former quarterback at LSU, Jayden Daniels, shared a string of memories and photos, visibly shaken by the news. Just days ago, Lacy was preparing for draft day; now, the league mourns a talent gone far too soon.
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For many, his death is a harsh reminder of how pressure, expectations, and internal battles can weigh heavily on young athletes often in silence.