Lazard played college football at Iowa State University, where he had an impressive career. He finished his college career with 241 receptions for 3,360 yards and 26 touchdowns. Lazard was signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars as an undrafted free agent in 2018 but was waived before the start of the season. He was then signed to the Green Bay Packers’ practice squad before being promoted to the active roster in December 2018.