Warren McClendon to honor late teammate Devin Willock with Senior Bowl jersey number

Warren McClendon is honoring his late teammate Devin Willock in a special way at the Senior Bowl.

The former starting Georgia offensive lineman was involved in the car crash that claimed the aforementioned Willock, along with recruiting staffer Chandler LeCroy. McClendon only needed a couple stitches to his forehead following the accident, per his father.

Now, Jim Nagy — Executive Director Reese’s Senior Bowl — has shared that with the blessing of McClendon and his family, the NFL hopeful will honor Willock during the event with his jersey number.

“With the blessing of Warren McClendon and his family, the @seniorbowl has assigned McClendon jersey #77 to honor his late @GeorgiaFootball teammate Devin Willock,” tweeted Nagy. “McClendon wore #70 in his three years as starter for the Dawgs.”

As you can see, Willock will be there every step of the way with McClendon, and it’s sure to be emotional when he puts on his No. 77 at the event.

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

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

Continuing, Georgia 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.”