Georgia Bulldog Nolan Smith Gets Emotional Talking About Devin Willock

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Indianapolis, IN - Even a month and a half later, Kirby Smart and the Georgia Bulldogs are still dealing with the tragic loss of offensive lineman Devin Willock.

With tough questions still surrounding the devastating incident, it’s safe to say this is still a very tough time for Bulldogs who played alongside Willock during his three-year career.

Former Bulldog defender Nolan Smith, who is in Indianapolis​​​​​​​ preparing for the NFL combine, was asked by reporters about Willock and the impact he made.

Smith, a leader who brings energy and emotional wherever he is, obviously got emotional talking about his former teammate.

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“Man, that’s one person who never did anything wrong”, Smith said. “I get sensitive talking about it because I love him. He never did anything wrong in his three years. He was supposed to graduate. Most don’t know that his brother passed like that. I’m sorry to his mother. Nobody deserves to die like that. Three years in a row that man showed up and worked day in and day out. He’s a two-time national champ. It’s written in stone. Devin I love you, man. 77 will live forever. Do it for Dev. That’s what I tell those boys still at Georgia. You lost a brother. Do it for Dev.”

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Offensive lineman Devin Willock and football staff member Chandler LeCroy both passed away the morning of January 15th on Barnett Shoals Road in a single-vehicle crash. Two other members of the program, one of which is a player, were also involved in the crashed. 

UGA issued a statement Sunday morning:  

“The entire Georgia family is devastated by the tragic loss of football student-athlete Devin Willock and football staff member Chandler LeCroy. Two other members of the football program were injured in the accident. They are both in stable condition, and we will continue to monitor their status with medical personnel.
 
“Devin and Chandler were two special people who meant so much to the University of Georgia, our football program and our athletic department.  We ask that everyone keep their families in your prayers during this very difficult time.
 
“The UGA Athletic Association will work with our medical team as well as our mental health and performance personnel to make sure we are providing the best support possible for our staff and student-athletes who are processing this grief. We can provide no further comment at this time but ask that everyone continue to keep those involved in your prayers.”

Georgia coach Kirby Smart issued a statement Sunday morning on the tragedy:

“We are all heartbroken and devastated with the loss of Devin Willock and Chandler LeCroy. Devin was an outstanding young man in every way. He was always smiling, was a great teammate and a joy to coach. Chandler was a valuable member of our football staff and brought an incredible attitude and energy every single day. We grieve with their families for this tragic loss and will support them in every way possible.”