Father of Georgia's Warren McClendon provides positive update after son was passenger in deadly car crash

Starting Georgia offensive lineman Warren McClendon was involved in the car crash that claimed the lives of Bulldogs teammate Devin Willock and recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy, but his father has provided a positive update on his status.

On Sunday afternoon, Warren McClendon Sr. told Marc Weiszer of the Athens Banner-Herald that his son “is doing well,” and only needed “a couple of stitches in his forehead” following the accident.

“Lil Warren was in the car that was involved in the accident and he is doing well,” Warren McClendon Sr. said via text message to the Athens Banner-Herald on Sunday. “We are asking everyone to pray for Devin Willock and Chandler LeCroy’s family.

“We are with lil Warren and will let everyone know more later. Thank you for your prayers.”

Thankfully, McClendon is seemingly doing well, although many can’t imagine the mental anguish he’s feeling at the moment.

The thoughts and prayers of the college football world are with the Georgia Bulldogs, and the families of both Devin Willock and Chandler LeCroy on Sunday morning, as well as everyone involved.

Georgia releases statement following tragic deaths of Devin Willock, recruiting staffer

Continuing, Georgia has released a statement following the tragic death of both offensive lineman Devin Willock and recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy.

The statement was shared to Twitter by Georgia, stating, “We are heartbroken over the passing over Devin and Chandler. Our prayers are with their families during this difficult time.”

“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.”