< Previous58 @UKFootball n His nickname is "A.B." or "A-Bizzle" n He chose Kentucky because he wanted to get out of his comfort zone and Kentucky felt like home n The best advice he's ever received is "work so hard so the coaches have no choice but to play you" n Most people don't know he's Nigerian, he's adopted and he has approximately 40 siblings back in Nigeria ABULE ABADI-FITZGERALD #94 n DT n 6-6 n 296 n Jr.-1L n Lakeland, Fla. n His nickname is "Big Nasty" or "Big Woo" n He chose Kentucky because the staff made him feel at home immediately and did not pressure him to commit n His dream job is to become a teacher n One word to describe him on the field is "powerful" n Most people don't know that he was crowned Homecoming King as a senior REUBEN "R.J" ADAMS #53 n OG n 6-3 n 330 n Fr.-HS n Woodbridge, Va. n His nickname is "Ty" n He chose Kentucky because it felt like home n One word to describe him on the field is "ball hawk" n The one thing he's looking forward to this season is continuing what the guys started last year n When he played football as a kid he pretend to be Terrell Owens TYRELL AJIAN #23 n DB n 6-0 n 190 n Jr.-2L n Mansfield, Ohio n His nickname is "Beau" - his birth name is William n He chose UK because of the coaches and the relationships he made with team n Other than play in the NFL, his dream job is to coach n One word to describe him on the field is "calm" n His sports hero is Tom Brady because he wins BEAU ALLEN #11 n QB n 6-2 n 207 n Fr.-HS n Lexington, Ky. n His nickname is "Bax" n He chose Kentucky so he could to play football at the highest level and get a high- level education n Other than play in the NFL, his dream job is to work in business management/ communications n One word to describe him on the field is "hard-nosed" n His hidden talent is writing SAM ANAELE #91 n OLB n 6-4 n 275 n Fr.-HS n Miami, Fla. n He chose Kentucky because he's been a fan his whole life and he liked the coaching staff n After his football career, he would like to be a financial advisor n The best advice he's ever received is "always remember, things get better" n The person he admires the most is his grandpa because he's always been able to make him laugh ALEX BASCOM #63 n DT n 6-5 n 272 n So.-SQ n Louisville, Ky. n He chose UK because he wanted to experience the highest level of football n After his football career, he would like to be an investment banker n His sports hero is Justin Thomas because he's from Louisville and he's one of the greatest to ever play golf n The best advice he's ever received is "do what you think is right, not what others think is right" RICHARD BASCOM #64 n DT n 6-5 n 269 n So.-SQ n Louisville, Ky. n His nickname is "Batesy" n Most people don't know that he is extremely good at the worm n If he could only eat three foods for the rest of his life he would choose spicy chicken sandwiches, carrots with ranch, and Philly cheese steaks n The best part of being a Kentucky Wildcat is meeting great people and being a part of something special BRENDEN BATES #80 n TE n 6-4 n 248 n So.-1L n Cincinnati, Ohion His nickname is "Quez" n If he could only eat three foods for the rest of his life he would choose pineapples, chicken, and meatballs n Besides being good at football, he's also good at running track n Taye Diggs would play him in a movie about his life n The best part of being a Kentucky Wildcat is being around his brothers MARQUEZ BEMBRY #42 n ILB n 6-3 n 232 n Jr.-SQ n Stone Mountain, Ga. n He chose Kentucky because it was close to home and there was a discount n The one thing he likes most about football is schemes and finding weaknesses in opponents n He gets starstruck any time he sees Maria Taylor or Laura Rutledge n His passion in life is investing n Sandman would play him in a movie about his life ZAC BEREZOWITZ #24 n DB n 6-0 n 178 n Jr.-SQ n Lexington, Ky. n His nickname is "Kbug" n He chose Kentucky because it felt like home every time he visited n Other than play in the NFL, his dream job is to be a baker n His hobbies include playing music (piano, flute, recorder, saxophone) and drawing n His hidden talent is hearing music backwards KALIL BRANHAM #14 n WR n 6-1 n 202 n Fr.-HS n Columbus, Ohio n His nickname is "Mari" n After his football career he would like to help the youth n When he played football as a kid he pretended he was Jalen Ramsey n One word to describe him on the field is "fast" n Besides being a good football player, he's also a good singer JAMARI BROWN #32 n DB n 6-1 n 201 n So.-1L n Sunrise, Fla. n His nickname is "Ry" n Three words to describe him are caring, genuine, and athletic n The person he admires most is his mom because she's a warrior n The three famous people he would invite to his fantasy dinner are Lebron James, Conor McGregor, and Mike Tyson n The best part of being a Kentucky Wildcat is living out his dream RYAN BRYANT #74 n OG n 6-5n 292 n So.-SQ n Ashland, Ky. n Nickname is “Deon” n He chose Kentucky because he loves the university, the coaches and the SEC n The thing he looks forward to the most this season is learning, growing, and dominating n His hidden talent is art n Three words to describe him on the field are physical, smart, and dominant DEONDRE BUFORD #56 n OT n 6-3 n 295 n Fr.-HS n Detroit, Mich. n He chose Kentucky to play for his home state and because of the coaching staff n Most people don't know he can cut hair and he can sew clothes n His sports hero is Muhammad Ali n His hidden talent is making a duck noise n The three famous people he would invite to his fantasy dinner are Muhammad Ali, Spider-Man, and Kobe Bryant JARED CASEY #6 n ILB n 6-3 n 221 n Fr.-RS n Louisville, Ky. n His nickname is "Tee" n His hobbies outside of football are fishing, hunting and basketball n Other than playing in the NFL, his dream job is to be a dermatologist n The most famous person in his cell phone is Tim Couch n His favorite movie is Shawshank Redemption TYLER COUCH #62 n C n 6-1 n 258 n Jr.-SQ n Paintsville, Ky. @UKSportsNetwork 5960 @UKFootball n He chose Kentucky because he wanted to represent his state n His dream job is to go into sports broadcasting n One word to describe him on the field is "aggressive" n If he could create a holiday he would call it "National Super Bowl Monday" and everyone would have the day off after the Super Bowl ELI COX #75 n OG n 6-4 n 293 n Fr.-RS n Nicholasville, Ky. n His nickname is "Tae Tae" is derived from his first name "Demontae" n He chose Kentucky because he felt a bond like no other school had n After his football career he would like to be an athletic trainer n The best advice he's ever received is "if you can't change the people around you, change the people around you" TAE TAE CRUMES #82 n WR n 6-1 n 192 n Fr.-RS n Louisville, Ky. n He chose Kentucky because it was close to home and because of his relationship with the coaches n Three words to describe him are smart, quiet, and talented n The best advice he's ever received is "someone right now is working to take your spot" n His dream job is to own his own business and help out the next generation IZAYAH CUMMINGS #84 n WR n 6-3 n 228 n Fr.-HS n Louisville, Ky. n His nickname is "Dee" n Other than playing in the NFL, his dream job is to be a sports analyst n His hidden talent is being funny/stand- up comedian n The best advice he's ever received is "keep God first" ALLEN DAILEY JR. #89 n WR n 6-3 n 208 n Jr.-2L n Pinson, Ala. n He chose Kentucky because he loved the environment n His hidden talent is being able to play the guitar n His hobbies are hunting and fishing n Chewing gum and listening to music helps him stay focused before a game n The best advice he's ever received is "don't look back, there's nothing back there to go after" CADE DEGRAW #51 n LS n 5-11 n 210 n So.-SQ n Lake Cormorant, Miss. n His nickname is "Delly" n The three famous people he would invite to his fantasy dinner are Drew Brees, Warren Buffett, and the Pope n Besides playing football, he's also good at playing the guitar and juggling n One sentence to describe Coach Stoops is "he's a wise football mind" n His dream job is to be a CFO or COO of a Fortune 500 company PATRICK DELAHUNTY #17 n QB n 6-0 n 198 n So.-SQ n Cleveland, Ohio n His nickname is "M.J." derived from his full name, Marlin Jr. n He chose UK because it felt like home n After his football career he hopes to become a guidance counselor n The person he admires most is his dad because he taught him to be a hard worker n The last time he was starstruck was when he saw Lonnie Johnson Jr. M.J. DEVONSHIRE JR. #36 nDB n 5-11 n 182 n Fr.-RS n Aliquippa, Pa. n He chose Kentucky because the coaches talked to him about helping him become a better man, not just football n His hidden talent is drawing n One word to describe him on the field is "explosive" n The person he most admires is his mom because she's his whole world TORRANCE DAVIS #17 n ILB n 6-2 n 220 n Fr.-HS n Cleveland, Ohion He chose Kentucky because it's home n After his football career he would like to be in the Secret Service n Most people don't know he's a descendant of Devil Anse Hatfield, the patriarch of the Hatfield clan during the infamous Hatfield-McCoy feud n When he's not on the field, he enjoys fishing, hunting, and eating with friends AUSTIN DOTSON #61 n OT n 6-6 n 313 n Jr.-2L n Belfry, Ky. n His nickname is "MoeDoug" n He chose Kentucky because he liked the vibe and the opportunities that came with it n Chadwick Boseman would play him in a movie about his life n After his football career he would like to be a sports broadcaster and work for the NFL Network MOSES DOUGLASS #11 n DB n 6-2 n 197 n Fr.-RS n Springfield, Ohio n His nickname is "Drizzy" n After football, he would like to work or coach in sports n Three words to describe him are funny, attentive and committed n His sports hero is Michael Jordan because he taught him to never stop working n One sentence to describe Coach Stoops is "he's a great leader" BEN DRAKE #30 n DB n 6-1 n 199 n So.-SQ n Charlottesville, Va. n His nickname is "Donut" n He chose UK because he loved it from the beginning and UK had the best plan for him to accomplish his goals n After football, his dream job is to become a pro skateboarder n Three words to describe him are goofy, intelligent, and abnormal n The best advice he's ever received is "be comfortable being uncomfortable" MICHAEL DRENNEN II #5 n ATH n 5-11 n 190 n Fr.-HS n Hilltop, Ohio n Hidden talents are singing and playing the piano n The person he most admires is his dad because he pushes him to be great n His dream job is to be a sports photographer n The best part of being a Kentucky Wildcat is the support of the Big Blue Nation DARREN EDMOND #31 n WR n 5-11 n 195 n Jr.-SQ n Norman, Okla. n His nickname is "Diesel" because he runs over people like a diesel n His dream job is to be an architect and design houses n One word to describe him on the field is "determined" n When he played football as a kid he pretended he was Jack Lambert n His favorite movie is Remember the Titans BRAXTON EISERMAN #46 n ILB n 6-1 n 212 n So.-SQ n Jackson, Ky. n His nickname is "Zay" n After his football career he would like to be a sports psychologist at a university n One thing most people don't about him is that he likes to shop n His passion in life is helping others n The best advice he's ever received was "never quit, always finish what you've started and stay grounded" ISAIAH EPPS #81 n WR n 6-2 n 189 n Jr.-2L n Jenks, Okla. @UKSportsNetwork 61 n He chose Kentucky because it's a family vibe n One word to describe him on the field is "calm" n After his football career he would like to be a stock broker n If he could create a holiday he would call it "National Chicken Wing Day" and everyone would get free chicken wings TAJ DODSON #30 n DB n 6-1 n 198 n Fr.-RS n Union City, Ga.62 @UKFootball n The thing he looks forward to the most this season is being part of a new team n One thing people may not know about him is that he likes to keep to himself n The best advice he's ever received is "if you want to be successful as bad as you want to breathe, then it can happen" n His sports hero is Cam Newton because he's an inspiration to him JOEY GATEWOOD #2 n QB n 6-4 n 221 n So.-TR n Jacksonville, Fla. n He chose Kentucky because of the great coaching staff and the family feel n Most people don't know he lived in Korea from age 5 to 9 n The people he admires most are his parents because of their work ethic n Three words to describe him are humble, quiet, and competitive n His favorite thing about football is competing against the best in big games JALEN GEIGER #34 n DB n 6-1 n 185 n Fr.-RS n Columbia, S.C. n His nickname is "Big Zae" n After his football career, he would like to be in business or broadcasting n His hidden talent is golf n One word to describe him on the field is "different" n Best advice he's ever received is "be great" ISAIAH GIBSON #96 n DE n 6-3 n 302 n Fr.-RS n Springfield, Ohio n His nickname is "Goody " n He chose UK because it would allow him to study nursing and play football n Other than playing in the NFL, his dream job is to be a certified registered nurse anesthetist n When he played football as a kid he pretended to be Phil Dawson n One thing most people don't know about him is that he's in nursing school COLIN GOODFELLOW #94 n P n 6-2 n 233 n Sr.-SQ n Cleveland, Ohio n He chose Kentucky because it was the best fit n Other than playing in the NFL, his dream job is to be a collegiate football coach n One word to describe him on the field is "quick" n After his football career, he would like to be a collegiate coach n When he played football, as a kid he pretended he was Randy Moss MANNY HARPER #45 n WR n 5-8 n 198 n Jr.-SQ n Louisville, Ky. n His nickname is "Dee" n The thing he's looking forward to the most this season is getting better everyday n After his football career, he would like to be a sports commentator n One word to describe him on the field is "explosive" n The best advice he's ever received is "be patient and work hard" DEMARCUS HARRIS II #86 n WR n 6-1 n 183 n Fr.-RS n Vero Beach, Fla. n His dream job is to be the President of the United States n The person who has most influenced him in his life is his mother n Most people don't know he only played football two years in high school n Chris Hemsworth would play him in a movie about his life n Besides football, he's also good at making TikToks COLLIN HARTMANN #69 n DE n 6-4 n 262 n Jr.-SQ n Somerset, Ky. n His nickname is "Big Jerm" n He chose Kentucky because it felt like home and family n After his football career he would like to be a coach n Three words to describe him are funny, caring, and strong n If he could eat three foods for the rest of his life he would choose pizza, soul food, and eggs JEREMY FLAX #77 n OL n 6-6 n 356 n So.-JC n Detroit, Mich.@UKSportsNetwork 63 n His nickname is "Pooh" n He chose Kentucky because it was the best fit for him n His sports hero is Ray Lewis because of his energy n One word to describe him on the field is "aggressive" n His dream job is to be a physical therapist JOSAIH HAYES #99 n DL n 6-3 n 314 n Fr.-HS n Horn Lake, Miss. n The person he most admires is his dad because he's a hard worker and a great father n Three words to describe him are fun, energetic, and caring n One sentence to describe Coach Stoops is "a man that knows the game and his players" n His dream job is to work in the finance field JACKSON HIGH #40 n ILB n 5-11 n 240 n Sr.-SQ n Union, Ky. n He chose to play football at UK because he loved the school on his visit n Other than playing in the NFL, his dream job is to be a football coach n One thing most people don't know about him is that he participated in martial arts for 14 years and had open- heart surgery in April of 2018 n If he had a hashtag to describe himself it would be #68wave KENNETH HORSEY #68 n OG n 6-3 n 300 n So.-1L n Sanford, Fla. n His nickname is "Slick Rick" n One thing most people don't know about him is that he's ambidextrous n His dream job is to be a therapist n One word to describe him on the field is "fast" n The best advice he's ever received is "someone who worries about the past can't truly see what's waiting for them in the future RICKEY HYATT JR. #35 n DB n 6-2 n 203 n Fr.-HS n Columbus, Ohio n He chose Kentucky because it felt like family n When he played football as a kid, he pretended to be Ray Lewis n One word to describe him on the field is "physical" n His favorite movie is Friday n His sports hero is Ray Lewis D'ERYK JACKSON #56 n ILB n 6-1 n 245 n Fr.-HS n Dublin, Ga. n He chose to play football at Kentucky because the coaching staff gave him a chance n His dream job is to open a dive bar in Tampa, Florida n One word to describe him on the field is "relentless" n The person he admires most is his mom because she's the strongest person he knows WES JOHNSON #29 n WR n 6-1 n 208 n Sr.-SQ n Louisville, Ky. n After football he would like to pursue a career working in a hospital n When he played football as a kid he pretended to be Reggie Bush n His sports hero is Marshawn Lynch because of his work ethic n Best advice he's ever received is "remain humble and work for everything you get" ZACH JOHNSON #28 n DB n 5-10 n 193 n Sr.-3L n Cincinnati, Ohio n His nickname is "Keemey" n He chose UK because he loved the environment n Most people would be surprised to know he's only been playing wide receiver for four years n The most influential person in his life is his brother, Bernerd Scott, the most humble person he's ever known n He collects prayers AKEEM HAYES #19 n WR n 5-8 n 155 n So.-SQ n Hollywood, Fla.64 @UKFootball n He chose to play football at Kentucky because of the opportunities it provided n Other than playing in the NFL, his dream job is to make music and start an organization for the needy n One word to describe him on the field is "goat" n If he could eat only three foods for the rest of his life he would eat chicken, breakfast food and crawfish KELVIN JOSEPH #1 n DB n 6-1 n 192 n So.-TR n Baton Rouge, La. n He chose Kentucky because the people were kind and helpful n His hidden talent is playing the trombone n One word to describe him on the field is "progress" n After his football career, he would like to go into astronomy and astrophysics n The one thing he loves about football is the discipline it builds SHAWN LAWSON #49 n OLB n 6-3 n 232 n Jr.-SQ n Jonesboro, Ga. n His nickname is "Snacks" from Coach Ed n He's also a talented basketball player n After his football career he would like to be in marketing for ESPN n Whoopi Goldberg would play him in a movie about his life n Three words to describe him are big, funny, and real NICK LEWIS #78 n OT n 6-9 n 320 n So.-1L n Jacksonville, Fla. n His nickname is "Loon" n He chose Kentucky because he loves the people, the school and the coaching staff n Other than playing in the NFL, his dream job is to work with kids n One word to describe him on the field is "hungry" n One thing people might not know is that he doesn't have a middle name KORDELL LOONEY #59 n DE n 6-3 n 290 n Sr.-3L n Springfield, Ohio n His nickname is "Qua" n He's also a talented basketball player and loves to make music n He chose to play football at Kentucky because he felt like it was where he needed to be n Most people would be shocked to know he likes to put syrup on his spaghetti n One word to describe him is "ready" QUA MAHONE #93 n DT n 6-3 n 295 n So.-1L n Jordan City, Ga. n His nickname is "May May" n He chose Kentucky because of the education it offered and the great football program n His dream job is being an aerospace engineer n One word to describe him on the field is "beast" n Favorite movie is Pirates of the Caribbean TYLER MALIN #39 n ILB n 6-1 n 209 n Fr.-HS n Westlake, Ohio n His nickname is "Ty" n Other than playing in the NFL, his dream job is to own his own sports agency n One thing most people don't know about him is that he used to play ice hockey n One word to describe him on the field is "ferocious" n He chose Kentucky because it felt like home TYLER MARKRAY #32 n RB n 5-10 n 220 n So.-SQ n West Bloomfield, Mich. n Nickname is "Bugg" n He chose Kentucky because of the coaching staff and it's a great place n One thing most people don't know about him is that he's quiet n His sports hero is LeBron James n Besides being good at football, he's also a good basketball player JOSH JONES #72 n OL n 6-6 n 336 n Fr.-HS n Columbus, Ga.@UKSportsNetwork 65 n His nickname is "Tahn" n He chose Kentucky because he loves it n His hidden talent is doing back flips n The thing he looks forward to the most this season is growing mentally, physically, and creating bonds n One word to describe him on the field is "patient" JuTAHN McCLAIN #23 n RB n 5-9 n 187 n Fr.-HS n Fairfield, Ohio n He chose UK because it felt like a second home n After his football career, he would like to be a fire fighter n His sports hero is Josh Allen because he models his game like him n The best advice he's ever received is "be humble and be patient" n Kevin Hart would play him in a movie about his life K.D. McDANIEL #47 n OLB n 6-2 n 250 n Fr.-RS n Tifton, Ga. n He chose UK because it was home away from home and the best fit for him n His dream job is to work in an NFL front office n Three words to describe him are reliable, respectful, and loyal n The best advice he's ever received is "you can't control how tall you are or how fast you are but you can control your attitude, effort, and preparation" JORDAN MORROW #54 n LS n 6-1 n 224 n So.-SQ n Louisville, Ky. n His nickname is "Nalty" n He chose Kentucky because it's a great area with great people n When he's not on the field he enjoys riding horses and meeting new people n One word to describe him on the field is "determined" n The best advice he's ever received is "don't count the days, make the days count" WILLIAM NALTY #38 n ILB n 6-0 n 220 n Sr.-SQ n Metairie, La. n His nickname is "Big Napes" n He chose Kentucky because it's home n Besides playing football, he loves fishing on the weekends and working with kids n The most famous person he's ever met is Anthony Davis MATTHEW NAPIER #73 n OT n 6-6 n 343 n Jr.-SQ n Nicholasville, Ky. n His nickname is "Deuce Deuce" n Other than playing in the NFL, his dream job is to be a sports analyst n Three words to describe him are kind- hearted, hardworking, and determined n One thing people might not know is he likes to play the piano n One sentence to describe Coach Stoops is "he wants the best out of his players" CHRIS OATS #22 n ILB n 6-3 n 232 n Jr.-2L n Cincinnati, Ohio n His nickname is "OG" n He chose Kentucky because he loved everything about it n One thing people might not know is he loves to swim n His hidden talent is drawing n His dream job is to be an architect NIK OGNENOVIC #87 n TE n 6-5 n 249 n Fr.-RS n Fort Lauderdale, Fla. n His nickname is "Bully" n He chose to play football at Kentucky because it felt like home from the start n After his football career, he would like to travel n One thing people might not know about him is that he loves dogs n His passion in life is traveling MARQUAN McCALL #50 n NG n 6-3 n 379 n Jr.-2L n Detroit, Mich.n His nickname is "Ox or Double O" n He chose Kentucky because it's a great school and he loves the people n His hidden talent is drawing n His dream job is to be a NFL business owner n Hobbies are drawing and fishing OCTAVIOUS OXENDINE #8 n DT n 6-1 n 318 n Fr.-HS n Radcliff, Ky. n His nickname is "Dru" n He chose Kentucky because it's felt like home n One word to describe him on the field is "explosive" n When he played football as a kid, he pretended to be Tyrann Mathieu n The thing he looks forward to the most this season is making plays ANDRU PHILLIPS #25 n DB n 5-11 n 180 n Fr.-HS n Mauldin, S.C. n Nickname is "Chance" n Other than playing in the NFL, his dream job is to be a mortgage broker n The person who has most influenced him in life is his dad because he pushed him to be the man he is today n The three people he would invite to his fantasy dinner are LeBron James, Alex Caruso and Adam Sandler CHARLEY "CHANCE" POORE #12 n K n 6-2 n 208 n So.-1L n Anderson, S.C. n He chose Kentucky because he truly loves the school n One thing people might not know about him is he loves the ocean and fishing n One word to describe him on the field is "determined" n His hidden talent is spearfishing JAKE POPE #76 n OT n 6-7 n 291 n Fr.-RS n Fort Lauderdale, Fla. n He chose Kentucky because he felt an instant connection n The person he most admires is his mom because of her strength and how she deals with five sons n Three words to describe him are team player, reliable, and trustworthy n In one sentence he would describe Coach Stoops as "an amazing person who has a heart of gold for his players" JUSTIN ROGERS #52 n DL n 6-3 n 336 n Fr.-HS n Detroit, Mich. n His nickname is "Big Foot" n Other than playing for the NFL, his dream job is to be a CFO of a company n The three people he would invite to his fantasy dinner are Peyton Manning, Donald Trump and Pat McAfee n If he could create a holiday he would call it "National Spicy Italian Meatball Day" and everyone would eat meatballs MATT RUFFOLO #96 n K n 5-11 n 205 n Sr.-1L n Centerville, Ohio n His nickname is "Chunky" n He chose Kentucky because he loved the atmosphere and the vibe of the coaching staff n Other than playing for the NFL, his dream job is to be a collegiate football coach n One thing most people may not know about him is that he was adopted by his grandparents TRE'VONN RYBKA #90 n DL n 6-4 n 310 n Fr.-HS n Dickson, Tenn. 66 @UKFootball n Nickname is "Westbrook" n Other than playing in the NFL, his dream job is to be a strength/ conditioning coach n The celebrity he sometimes gets mistaken for is Russell Westbrook n The last time he was moved to tears was when his father passed away n If he could create a holiday, it would be called "National Free Air Jordan Day" BRYCE OLIVER #85 n WR n 6-1 n 215 n So.-1L n Fort Lauderdale, Fla.n He chose Kentucky because it felt like home the minute he stepped on campus n When he played football as a kid he pretended to be Johnny Manziel n One word to describe him on the field is "leader" n His sports hero is Baker Mayfield because he paved the way for smaller quarterbacks NIK SCALZO #16 n QB n 6-0 n 178 n Fr.-RS n Fort Lauderdale, Fla. n His nickname is "Slush" n After football, he hopes to become a real estate investor or poker player n Besides playing football, he's also good at playing poker and the stock market n His sports hero is Brett Favre, who he is named after n The last time he was starstruck was when he saw Laura Rutledge in the practice facility BRETT SLUSHER #25 n WR n 6-2 n 200 n Sr.-2L n Fort Mitchell, Ky. n He chose UK because it was a good fit and a good opportunity to play in the SEC n His sports hero is Joe Namath because he's tough, cool and a winner n Most people don't know he was offered a baseball scholarship by a rival SEC school as a freshman in high school n The best advice he's ever received is "you miss 100 percent of the shots you don't take" SAWYER SMITH #12 n QB n 6-3 n 221 n Sr.-1L n Cantonment, Fla. n Other than playing in the NFL, his dream job is to be in the FBI n One word to describe him on the field is "physical" n If he had a hashtag to describe himself it would be #GodFirst n His sports hero is his dad, who he grew up watching and learning from n Most people don't know he can draw CLEVAN THOMAS JR. #18 n WR n 5-11 n 193 n Jr.-2L n Miami, Fla. n His nickname is "Tizzy" n Three words to describe him are fun, quiet and smooth n His dream job is to be a little league football coach n The person he admires most is his mom because she pushes him to be great n The best advice he's ever received is "you can do or be whatever you want in life" TRAVIS TISDALE #33 n RB n 5-9 n 173 n Fr.-RS n Andrews, S.C. n He chose Kentucky because it's home n Three words to describe him are chill, calm, and sweet n One word to describe him on the field is "dangerous" n If he could eat one thing for the rest of his life he would eat tacos n His sports hero is Sean Taylor VITO TISDALE #7 n S n 6-1 n 200 n Fr.-HS n Bowling Green, Ky. n His nickname is "Carri" n He chose Kentucky because he wanted to be developed n One thing most people don't know about him is that he's only played the defensive back position for one year n The person he admires the most is his mom because she pushes him to reach his goals CARRINGTON VALENTINE #14 n DB n 6-0 n 200 n Fr.-HS n Cincinnati, Ohio @UKSportsNetwork 67 n His nickname is "E" n He chose Kentucky because it felt like home and UK was a place he could better himself as a person and as a student-athlete n Three words to describe him are fun, cool, and loving n One thing most people may not know about him is that he can't swim EARNEST SANDERS IV #13 n WR n 6-1 n 216 n Fr.-HS n Beecher, Mich.Next >