2012 Kentucky Spring Football Guide by University of Kentucky Athletics

2012 SPRING FOOTBALL 2012 Schedule Quick Facts Spring Practice Calendar

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GENERAL INFORMATION Offensive Depth Chart

Defensive Depth Chart

Location: Lexington, Ky. Enrollment: 28,098

Outlook

6-7

President: Dr. Eli Capilouto (Alabama, 1971)

Cat Scratches

8-9

Director of Athletics: Mitch Barnhart (Ottawa, 1981)

Alphabetical Roster

10-11

Numerical Roster

12-13

Conference: Southeastern Conference, Eastern Division Nickname: Wildcats

Head Coach Joker Phillips

14-15

Colors: Blue and White

Assistant Coaches

16-17

Stadium: Commonwealth Stadium (first season 1973, cap. 67,942)

Player Biographies

18-55

Playing Surface: Bermuda Tifway 419

2012 Signees

56-57

2011 Statistics

58-59

2011 Game-by-Game Statistics

60-62

2011 Game-by-Game Starters

2011 Honors

On the Cover: In spring practice, the Kentucky football team will prepare to create the touchdown celebrations and gang tackles of the 2012 season.

Website: UKathletics.com

MEDIA RELATIONS Executive Associate Director of Athletics: DeWayne Peevy Media Relations Dir. (FB contact): Tony Neely Associate Media Relations Directors: John Hayden, Susan Lax (asst. FB contact) Assistant Media Relations Directors: Pete Camagna, Brent Ingram, Deb Moore, Guy Ramsey Office Coordinator: Jamie Holloway Media Relations Assistants: Metz Camfield, Evan Crane (asst. FB contact) Director of Photography: Chet White PUBLICATIONS STAFF Publications Director: Craig Hornberger Creative Director: Kim Troxall Asst. Publications Director: Cailyn Huston TELEPHONE NUMBERS Athletics Department: 859-257-8000 Football Office: 859-257-3611 Media Relations: 859-257-3838 Tony Neely home: 859-224-9493 MAILING ADDRESS University of Kentucky Athletics Joe Craft Center 338 Lexington Ave. â&#x20AC;˘ Lexington, Ky. 40506-0604

2012 SCHEDULE Date

Opponent

Site

Time

Sept. 1

at Louisville

Louisville

TBA

Sept. 8

Kent State

Home

TBA

Sept. 15

WKU

Home

TBA

Sept. 22

at Florida

Gainesville

TBA

Sept. 29

South Carolina

Home

TBA

Oct. 6

Mississippi State

Home

TBA

Oct. 13

at Arkansas

Fayetteville

TBA

Oct. 20

Georgia (Homecoming)

Home

TBA

Oct. 27

at Missouri

Columbia

TBA

Nov. 3

Vanderbilt

Home

TBA

Nov. 10

open

Nov. 17

Samford

Home

TBA

Nov. 24

at Tennessee

Knoxville

TBA

All dates and times subject to change

2012 MARCH / APRIL PRACTICE CALENDAR SUN March 18

MON March 19

TUES March 20

WED March 21

THURS March 22

Practice #1

March 25

March 28

March 27

March 28

April 2

April 3

April 4

March 29

April 9

April 10

April 11

April 5

April 16

April 17

April 18 Practice #13

April 6 Practice #8

April 12

Practice #10

April 15

March 30 Practice #5

Practice #7

April 8

March 23 Practice #2

Practice #4

April 1

FRI

April 13 Practice #11

April 19

April 20 Practice #14

SAT March 24 Practice #3

March 31 Practice #6

April 7 Practice #9

April 14 Practice #12

April 21 Blue/White Game

Commonwealth Stadium, 6 p.m.

QUICK FACTS TEAM INFORMATION 2011 Record: 5-7 overall, 2-6 (tied fourth place) in the SEC Eastern Division Basic Offense: Pro style Basic Defense: Multiple formations PLAYERS RETURNING Lettermen Returning: 49 (26 offense, 21 defense, two special teams) Starters Returning: 11 (six offense, five defense) Offensive Starters Returning (6): C Matt Smith, OG Larry Warford, WR La’Rod King, QB Morgan Newton, FB D.J. Warren, TB CoShik Williams Defensive Starters Returning (5): DE Collins Ukwu, DT Mister Cobble, DT Donte Rumph, S Mikie Benton, S Martavius Neloms Specialist Starters Returning (1): FG/PAT/KO Craig McIntosh

Chuck Smith (Kentucky 1981), Linebackers, Recruiting Coordinator Mike Summers (Georgetown [Ky.] 1978), Running Game Coordinator, Offensive Line David Turner (Davidson 1985), Asst. Head Coach, Defensive Line Pat Washington (Auburn 1987), Wide Receivers, Passing Game Coordinator FOOTBALL SUPPORT STAFF Director of Football Operations: Nolan Jones Director of Rrecruiting Administration: David Armstrong Recruiting Assistant: Tyler Sargent Director of Strength and Conditioning: Ray “Rock” Oliver Assistant Strength Coaches: Brady Collins, Ted Lambrinides, Mike Malone Intern Strenth Coach: Sean Williams Linebacker Avery Williamson accounted for 49 tackles last season.

PLAYERS LOST Lettermen Lost: 24 (seven offense, 14 defense, three special teams) Starters Lost: 11 (five offense, six defense) Offensive Starters Lost (5): OT Chandler Burden, OT Billy Joe Murphy OG Stuart Hines, TE Nick Melillo, WR Matt Roark Defensive Starters Lost (6): LB Danny Trevathan, LB Ronnie Sneed, CB Anthony Mosley, CB Randall Burden, S Winston Guy, LB Ridge Wilson Specialist Starters Lost (4): P/HOL Ryan Tydlacka, KOR Mychal Bailey, PR Randall Burden, SNAP Jon Thomas COACHING STAFF Joker Phillips (Kentucky 1985), Head Coach Overall Record: 11-14, entering third season Carter Barfield (Furman 2006), Graduate Assistant/Offense Mike Cassity (Kentucky 1976), Defensive Backs Rick Minter (Henderson State 1977), Defensive Coordinator Greg Nord (Kentucky 1980), Special Teams Coordinator, Tight Ends Steve Pardue (Austin Peay 1985), Running Backs Randy Sanders (Tennessee 1988), Offensive Coordinator, Quarterbacks

Student Asst. Strength Coach: Jake Lewellen Athletic Trainer: Jim Madaleno Senior Asst. Athletic Trainer: Gabe Amponsah Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer: Brian Wiese Equipment Manager: Tom Kalinowski Director of Equipment Operations: Jon Denio Video Director: Shane Fannin Video Productions Coordinator: Greg Gorham Coaching Video Coordinator: Gary Foxworth Coaching Video Assistants: Tommy Cook, Kyle Krantz, Andre’ Woodson Student Assistant Coaches: Glenn Holt, Braxton Kelley Administrative Staff: Janis Aubrey, Quaintance Clark, Lisa Ellis, Sandy Griffin

PRE-SPRING OFFENSIVE DEPTH CHART (subject to extensive change; 2011 returning starters are in bold face; players in parentheses are expected to miss contact portions of spring practice while recovering from injury)

LEFT TACKLE

TIGHT END

Notes 77 Darrian Miller, 6-5, 299, So-1L started two games as a freshman (62 Tyler Davenport, 6-5, 330, So-Sq) 71 Jack Gruenschlaeger, 6-11, 354, Fr-RS

89 Tyler Robinson, 6-3, 250, Jr-2L 86 Jordan Aumiller, 6-4, 241, Jr-2L or 82 Anthony Kendrick, 6-3, 250, Jr-2L or 80 Ronnie Shields, 6-5, 241, So-1L 46 Patrick Ligon, 6-4, 258, Jr-Sq or 84 Gabe Correll, 6-5, 240, Sr-2L

LEFT GUARD 75 Zach West, 6-4, 301, Fr-RS 76 Teven Eatmon-Nared, 6-7, 342, So-Sq

2011 stats 8 receptions for 44 yards, 1 TD 3 receptions for 22 yards 2 receptions for 10 yards

WIDE RECEIVER CENTER 69 Matt Smith, 6-4, 291, Sr-3L 56 Sam Simpson, 6-4, 293, Jr-1L 64 Max Godby, 6-4, 283, So-Sq

16 23 13 83

two-year starter

RIGHT GUARD 67 Larry Warford, 6-3, 333, Sr-3L 58 Shaquille Love, 6-4, 296, Fr-RS 73 Stephen Duff, 6-0, 331, Jr-Sq

40 receptions for 598 yards, 7 TD

WIDE RECEIVER second-team All-SEC as soph and jr.

19 87 27 81 35

RIGHT TACKLE 79 Kevin Mitchell, 6-6, 292, Jr-2L 74 Trevino Woods, 6-5, 289, Sr-2L

Laâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Rod King, 6-4, 211, Sr-3L Daryl Collins, 5-11, 202, Fr-RS Jared Leet, 6-3, 192, Fr-RS Derrick Quarles, 5-11, 183, Fr-RS

E.J. Fields, 6-1, 199, Sr-2L 10 receptions for 89 yards, 1 TD Brian Adams, 6-4, 223, Jr-2L 5 receptions for 46 yards Aaron Boyd, 6-4, 220, Sr-2L 1 reception for 5 yards Rashad Cunningham, 6-4, 221, Fr-RS William Tanner, 6-0, 186, So-Sq

moves from left guard to right tackle

WIDE RECEIVER 85 9 7 34

Matt Smith is a two-year starter at center. He is one of two returning starters in the offensive line.

Gene McCaskill, 6-0, 198, Sr-3L 9 receptions for 85 yards, 1 TD Demarco Robinson, 5-10, 157, So-1L 5 receptions for 17 yards Bookie Cobbins, 6-0, 191, Fr-RS Muhammad Saifullah, 5-5, 162, Jr-Tr

QUARTERBACK 11 Maxwell Smith, 6-4, 230, So-1L (12 Morgan Newton, 6-4, 240, Sr-3L 17 Jacob Russell, 6-4, 238, So-Tr

84-153-4, 819 yards, 4 TD 83-174-7, 793 yards, 8 TD)

FULLBACK 39 D.J. Warren, 6-0, 224, So-1L 37 Cody Jones, 5-11, 209, Jr-1L 48 Calvin Brent, 5-10, 230, Fr-RS

rushing 2 for 3 yds; receiving 4 for 24 rushing 2 for 8 yards

TAILBACK 26 4 (21 25 29 31 41

CoShik Williams, 5-9, 184, Sr-3L Raymond Sanders, 5-8, 197, Jr-2L Josh Clemons, 5-10, 205, So-1L Jonathan George, 5-10, 216, Jr-2L Brandon Gainer, 5-11, 207, So-1L Derek Bishop, 5-7, 193, Fr-RS Chad Merida, 5-10, 208, Fr-RS

rush 118 for 486, 3 TD; rec. 19 for 70 rushing 40 for 155; receiving 5 for 13 rush 65 for 279, 2 TD; rec. 4 for 53) rush 51 for 208, 2 TD; rec. 2 for 10 rushing 11 for 39 yards

PLACEKICKER 93 Craig McIntosh, 6-0, 194, Sr-3L 88 Joe Mansour, 6-2, 191, Jr-2L

12 of 14 FG, 20 of 21 PAT

OFFENSIVE STARTERS LOST OT Chandler Burden, OT Billy Joe Murphy, OG Stuart Hines, TE Nick Melillo, WR Matt Roark

PRE-SPRING DEFENSIVE DEPTH CHART (subject to extensive change; 2011 returning starters are in bold face; players in parentheses are expected to miss contact portions of spring practice while recovering from injury)

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CORNERBACK

2011 stats (96 Collins Ukwu, 6-5, 258, Sr-3L 28 tackles, 6.5 TFL, 2.5 sacks, 3 FR) 50 Mike Douglas, 6-4, 269, So-1L 16 tackles, 2 TFL, 1 sack, 1 FC 91 Farrington Huguenin, 6-4, 263, Fr-RS

15 38 36 36

Marcus Caffey, 5-11, 201, Fr-RS Eric Simmons, 6-0, 200, So-Sq Jerry Williams, 6-0, 166, Fr-RS Kristofer Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Bryant, 5-7, 174, Sr-Tr

TACKLE 99 Donte Rumph, 6-3, 315, Jr-2L 31 tackles, 3 TFL, 1 sack 92 Christian Coleman, 6-3, 288, So-1L 21 tackles, 0.5 TFL, 2 PBU 60 Alvin Davis, 6-4, 259, So-1L 1 tackle

PUNTER

TACKLE

LONG SNAPPER

97 51 66 64

Mister Cobble, 6-0, 331, Jr-1L Tristian Johnson, 6-1, 272, Jr-2L Nermin Delic, 6-5, 280, So-1L Lionel Inanzala, 6-3, 273, So-Sq

88 Joe Mansour, 6-2, 191, Jr-2L or 42 Jay Willmott, 6-1, 239, Fr-RS

33 tackles, 3 TFL, 1 sack 1 tackle 5 tckls., 1.5 sacks in 2010; RS 2011

59 Kelly Mason, 6-3, 236, Fr-RS or 81Kyle Budde, 6-6, 225, So-Sq 53 Matthew Adolph, 6-2, 220, So-Sq

DEFENSIVE STARTERS LOST END

LB Danny Trevathan, LB Ronnie Sneed, CB Randall Burden, CB Anthony Mosley, S Winston Guy, LB Ridge Wilson Donte Rumph is one of five returning starters on defense. He totaled 31 tackles last season, including three for loss.

94 Taylor Wyndham, 6-4, 243, Sr-3L 14 tackles, 1 TFL, 1 PBU 41 TraVaughn Paschal, 6-4, 246, So-Sq

STRONGSIDE LINEBACKER 2 Alvin Dupree, 6-4, 247, So-1L 90 Justin Henderson, 6-3, 242, So-1L

21 tackles, 2.5 TFL, 2.5 sacks, 2 PBU

MIDDLE LINEBACKER 40 Avery Williamson, 6-1, 245, Jr-2L 10 Tyler Brause, 6-4, 241, So-1L (47 Jabari Johnson, 6-1, 255, Fr-RS)

49 tackles, 1.5 TFL, 1 int., 1 FC

WEAKSIDE LINEBACKER 54 Malcolm McDuffen, 6-3, 216, So-1L 9 tackles 49 Demarius Rancifer, 6-2, 226, Fr-RS 44 Tim Patterson, 6-4, 250, Fr-RS

HYBRID SAFETY/LINEBACKER 32 Miles Simpson, 6-2, 223, So-1L 8 Josh Forrest, 6-3, 226, Fr-RS 34 Kory Brown, 6-0, 208, So-JC

5 tackles, 1 TFL

CORNERBACK 35 28 37 33

Cartier Rice, 5-10, 187, Sr-3L Eric Dixon, 5-11, 184, So-1L Christian Hudnell, 6-0, 181, Jr-Sq Kirk Smith, 5-11, 179, Fr-RS

9 tackles, 3 PBU 4 tackles, 1 TFL, 1 sack

SAFETY 31 Mikie Benton, 5-11, 195, Sr-2L 5 Ashely Lowery, 6-1, 209, So-1L

28 tackles, 0.5 TFL, 7 PBU 16 tackles, 1 FR

SAFETY 1 Martavius Neloms, 6-1, 188, Sr-3L 71 tckls., 2.5 TFL, 1 int., 5 PBU, 1 FC 18 Glenn Faulkner, 6-2, 186, So-1L 1 tackle

2012 ALPHABETICAL ROSTER No.

Name

Pos.

Ht.

Wt.

Cl-Exp.

Hometown (High School/Previous College)

87 53 30 86 31* 31* 27 10 48 34* 81* 15 21 7 97 92 23 84 81* 62 60 66 28 50 73 26* 2 76 18 19 8 29 25 64* 71 90 37* 91 64* 47 51 37* 82 16 13 46 58 5 88 59 85 54

Brian Adams Matthew Adolph Michael Arnold Jr. Jordan Aumiller Mikie Benton Derek Bishop Aaron Boyd Tyler Brause Calvin Brent Kory Brown Kyle Budde Marcus Caffey Josh Clemons Bookie Cobbins Mister Cobble Christian Coleman Daryl Collins Gabe Correll Rashad Cunningham Tyler Davenport Alvin Davis Jr. Nermin Delic Eric Dixon Mike Douglas Steven Duff Tre’ Dunn Alvin Dupree Teven Eatmon-Nared Glenn Faulkner E.J. Fields Josh Forrest Brandon Gainer Jonathan George Max Godby Jack Gruenschlaeger Justin Henderson Christian Hudnell Farrington Huguenin Lionel Inanzala Jabari Johnson Tristian Johnson Cody Jones Anthony Kendrick La’Rod King Jared Leet Patrick Ligon Shaquille Love Ashely Lowery Joe Mansour Kelly Mason Gene McCaskill Malcolm McDuffen

WR LS S TE S TB WR LB FB S LS CB TB WR DT DT WR TE WR OT DT DT CB DE OG S LB OG S WR S TB TB C OT LB CB DE DT LB DT FB TE WR WR TE OG S K/P LS WR LB

6-4 6-2 6-2 6-4 5-11 5-7 6-4 6-4 5-10 6-0 6-6 5-11 5-10 6-0 6-0 6-3 5-11 6-5 6-4 6-5 6-4 6-5 5-11 6-4 6-0 6-2 6-4 6-7 6-2 6-1 6-3 5-11 5-10 6-4 6-11 6-3 6-0 6-4 6-3 6-1 6-1 5-11 6-3 6-4 6-3 6-4 6-4 6-1 6-2 6-3 6-0 6-3

223 220 200 241 195 193 220 241 230 208 225 201 205 191 331 288 202 240 221 330 259 280 184 269 331 218 247 342 186 199 226 207 216 283 354 242 181 263 273 255 272 209 250 211 192 258 296 209 191 236 198 216

Jr-2L So-Sq Fr-RS Jr-2L Sr-2L Fr-RS Sr-2L So-1L Fr-RS So-JC So-Sq Fr-RS So-1L Fr-RS Jr-1L So-1L Fr-RS Sr-2L Fr-RS So-Sq So-1L So-1L So-1L So-1L Jr-Sq So-Tr So-1L So-Sq So-1L Sr-2L Fr-RS So-1L Jr-2L So-Sq Fr-RS So-1L Jr-Sq Fr-RS So-Sq Fr-RS Jr-2L Jr-1L Jr-2L Sr-3L Fr-RS Jr-Sq Fr-RS So-1L Jr-2L Fr-RS Sr-3L So-1L

Cumming, Ga. (South Forsyth) Dublin, Ohio (Jerome) Louisville, Ky. (Christian Academy of Louisville) Danville, Ky. (Boyle County) Russellville, Ky. (Russellville) Louisville, Ky. (Trinity) Lexington, Ky. (Henry Clay) Sycamore, Ohio (Wynford) Louisville, Ky. (Fern Creek) Moncks Corner, S.C. (Berkeley/East Central Comm. Coll.) Mason, Ohio (Princeton) Atlanta, Ga. (Grady) Fayetteville, Ga. (Whitewater) New Orleans, La. (McDonogh 35) Louisville, Ky. (Central) Milan, Tenn. (Milan) Gadsden, Ala. (Gadsden City) Cincinnati, Ohio (Anderson/Fork Union Military Academy) Mobile, Ala. (Davidson) Hodgenville, Ky. (Larue County) Jesup, Ga. (Wayne County) Dalton, Ga. (Northwest Whitfield) Mobile, Ala. (Vigor) Largo, Fla. (Largo) Louisville, Ky. (Pleasure Ridge Park) Harrodsburg, Ky. (Mercer County/Campbellsville) Irwinton, Ga. (Wilkinson County) Bucyrus, Ohio (Wynford) East St. Louis, Ill. (East St. Louis) Frankfort, Ky. (Frankfort) Paducah, Ky. (Tilghman) Miami, Fla. (Central) Lincoln, Ala. (Lincoln) Louisville, Ky. (Christian Academy of Louisville) Fort Thomas, Ky. (Newport Central Catholic) Bamberg, S.C. (Bamberg-Ehrhardt) Cameron Park, Calif. (Jesuit) Columbia, S.C. (Dreher) Louisville, Ky. (Eastern) Stone Mountain, Ga. (Stephenson) LaGrange, Ga. (LaGrange) Williamsburg, Ky. (Whitley County/Morehead State) Katy, Texas (Seven Lakes) Radcliff, Ky. (North Hardin) Powell, Ohio (Olentangy Orange) Germantown, Tenn. (Christian Brothers) Harriman, Tenn. (Harriman) Cleveland, Ga. (White County) LaGrange, Ga. (LaGrange) Rockton, Ill. (Hononegah) Chester, S.C. (Chester) Hopkinsville, Ky. (Christian County)

93 41* 77 79 1 12 36* 41* 44 83 49 35* 9 89 99 17 34* 4 80 38 32 56 69 11 35* 96 67 39 75 26* 36* 40 42 74 94

Craig McIntosh Chad Merida Darrian Miller Kevin Mitchell Martavius Neloms Morgan Newton Kristofer O’Bryant TraVaughn Paschal Tim Patterson Derrick Quarles Demarius Rancifer Cartier Rice Demarco Robinson Tyler Robinson Donte Rumph Jacob Russell Muhammad Saifullah Raymond Sanders III Ronnie Shields Eric Simmons Miles Simpson Sam Simpson Matt Smith Maxwell Smith William Tanner Collins Ukwu Larry Warford Darrell “D.J.” Warren Zach West CoShik Williams Jerry Williams Avery Williamson Jay Willmott Trevino Woods Taylor Wyndham

K TB OT OT S QB CB DE LB WR LB CB WR TE DT QB WR TB TE CB S C C QB WR DE OG FB OL TB CB LB P OT DE

6-0 5-10 6-5 6-6 6-1 6-4 5-7 6-4 6-4 5-11 6-2 5-10 5-10 6-3 6-3 6-4 5-5 5-8 6-5 6-0 6-2 6-4 6-4 6-4 6-0 6-5 6-3 6-0 6-4 5-9 6-0 6-1 6-1 6-5 6-4

194 208 299 292 188 240 174 246 250 183 226 187 157 250 315 238 162 197 241 200 223 293 291 230 186 258 333 224 301 184 166 245 239 289 243

Sr-3L Lexington, Ky. (Lexington Christian) Fr-RS Barbourville, Ky. (Knox Central) So-1L Lexington, Ky. (Bryan Station) Jr-2L Winston, Ga. (Alexander) Sr-3L Memphis, Tenn. (Fairley) Sr-3L Carmel, Ind. (Carmel) Sr-Tr Fairfax, Va. (Fairfax/Akron) So-Sq Odenton, Md. (Arundel/Fork Union Military Academy) Fr-RS Louisville, Ky. (Central) Fr-RS Russellville, Ky. (Russellville) Fr-RS Pensacola, Fla. (Catholic) Sr-3L Duncan, S.C. (Byrnes) So-1L Ellenwood, Ga. (Martin Luther King) Jr-2L Friendsville, Tenn. (Alcoa) Jr-2L St. Matthews, S.C. (Calhoun County/Fork Union Military Academy) So-Tr Lawrenceburg, Ky. (Anderson County/Eastern Kentucky) Jr-Tr Lexington, Ky. (Bryan Station/Centre) Jr-2L Stone Mountain, Ga. (Stephenson) So-1L Stone Mountain, Ga. (Stephenson) So-Sq Atlanta, Ga. (Westlake) So-1L Independence, Ky. (Simon Kenton) Jr-1L Lexington, Ky. (Henry Clay) Sr-3L Louisville, Ky. (St. Xavier) So-1L Granada Hills, Calif. (Birmingham) So-Sq Nashville, Tenn. (Montgomery Bell Academy) Sr-3L La Vergne, Tenn. (La Vergne) Sr-3L Richmond, Ky. (Madison Central) So-1L Alcoa, Tenn. (Alcoa) Fr-RS Richmond, Ky. (Lexington Christian Academy) Sr-3L Hiram, Ga. (Hiram) Fr-RS Lexington, Ky. (Henry Clay) Jr-2L Milan, Tenn. (Milan) Fr-RS Georgetown, Ky. (Scott County) Sr-2L Athens, Ga. (Clarke Central) Sr-3L Swansea, S.C. (Swansea)

NOTES: * denotes duplicate numbers ... Class is eligibility for 2012 season ... #L = number of letters earned … Tr = transfer from a four-year school … JC = junior college ... Sq = squad member who has not earned a varsity letter ... RS = redshirt ... HS = high school

PRONUNCIATION GUIDE Mikie Benton: MIKE-ee Tyler Brause: BROW-zee Bookie Cobbins: BOO-kee Teven Eatmon-Nared: Teven rhymes with “seven”; EET-mon NAR-id Farrington Huegenin: HUEG-in-in Jabari Johnson: jah-BAR-ee Tristian Johnson: TRIS-tin

Shaquille Love: shah-KEEL Joe Mansour: MAN-soo-er Martavius Neloms: mar-TAY-vee-us NELL-ums Demarius Rancifer: de-MARE-ee-us RAN-suhfer Cartier Rice: CAR-tee-ay Donte Rumph: RUMP Collins Ukwu: OOK-woo 11

CoShik Williams: co-SHEEK

2012 NUMERICAL ROSTER No.

Name

Pos.

Ht.

Wt.

Cl-Exp.

Hometown (High School/Previous College)

1 2 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 21 23 25 26* 26* 27 28 29 30 31* 31* 32 34* 34* 35* 35* 36* 36* 37* 37* 38 39 40 41* 41* 42 44 46 47 48 49 50 51 53 54 56

Martavius Neloms Alvin Dupree Raymond Sanders III Ashely Lowery Bookie Cobbins Josh Forrest Demarco Robinson Tyler Brause Maxwell Smith Morgan Newton Jared Leet Marcus Caffey La’Rod King Jacob Russell Glenn Faulkner E.J. Fields Josh Clemons Daryl Collins Jonathan George Tre’ Dunn CoShik Williams Aaron Boyd Eric Dixon Brandon Gainer Michael Arnold Jr. Mikie Benton Derek Bishop Miles Simpson Kory Brown Muhammad Saifullah Cartier Rice William Tanner Kristofer O’Bryant Jerry Williams Christian Hudnell Cody Jones Eric Simmons Darrell “D.J.” Warren Avery Williamson Chad Merida TraVaughn Paschal Jay Willmott Tim Patterson Patrick Ligon Jabari Johnson Calvin Brent Demarius Rancifer Mike Douglas Tristian Johnson Matthew Adolph Malcolm McDuffen Sam Simpson

S LB TB S WR S WR LB QB QB WR CB WR QB S WR TB WR TB S TB WR CB TB S S TB S S WR CB WR CB CB CB FB CB FB LB TB DE P LB TE LB FB LB DE DT LS LB C

6-1 6-4 5-8 6-1 6-0 6-3 5-10 6-4 6-4 6-4 6-3 5-11 6-4 6-4 6-2 6-1 5-10 5-11 5-10 6-2 5-9 6-4 5-11 5-11 6-2 5-11 5-7 6-2 6-0 5-5 5-10 6-0 5-7 6-0 6-0 5-11 6-0 6-0 6-1 5-10 6-4 6-1 6-4 6-4 6-1 5-10 6-2 6-4 6-1 6-2 6-3 6-4

188 247 197 209 191 226 157 241 230 240 192 201 211 238 186 199 205 202 216 218 184 220 184 207 200 195 193 223 208 162 187 186 174 166 181 209 200 224 245 208 246 239 250 258 255 230 226 269 272 220 216 293

Sr-3L So-1L Jr-2L So-1L Fr-RS Fr-RS So-1L So-1L So-1L Sr-3L Fr-RS Fr-RS Sr-3L So-Tr So-1L Sr-2L So-1L Fr-RS Jr-2L So-Tr Sr-3L Sr-2L So-1L So-1L Fr-RS Sr-2L Fr-RS So-1L So-JC Jr-Tr Sr-3L So-Sq Sr-Tr Fr-RS Jr-Sq Jr-1L So-Sq So-1L Jr-2L Fr-RS So-Sq Fr-RS Fr-RS Jr-Sq Fr-RS Fr-RS Fr-RS So-1L Jr-2L So-Sq So-1L Jr-1L

Memphis, Tenn. (Fairley) Irwinton, Ga. (Wilkinson County) Stone Mountain, Ga. (Stephenson) Cleveland, Ga. (White County) New Orleans, La. (McDonogh 35) Paducah, Ky. (Tilghman) Ellenwood, Ga. (Martin Luther King) Sycamore, Ohio (Wynford) Granada Hills, Calif. (Birmingham) Carmel, Ind. (Carmel) Powell, Ohio (Olentangy Orange) Atlanta, Ga. (Grady) Radcliff, Ky. (North Hardin) Lawrenceburg, Ky. (Anderson County/Eastern Kentucky) East St. Louis, Ill. (East St. Louis) Frankfort, Ky. (Frankfort) Fayetteville, Ga. (Whitewater) Gadsden, Ala. (Gadsden City) Lincoln, Ala. (Lincoln) Harrodsburg, Ky. (Mercer County/Campbellsville) Hiram, Ga. (Hiram) Lexington, Ky. (Henry Clay) Mobile, Ala. (Vigor) Miami, Fla. (Central) Louisville, Ky. (Christian Academy of Louisville) Russellville, Ky. (Russellville) Louisville, Ky. (Trinity) Independence, Ky. (Simon Kenton) Moncks Corner, S.C. (Berkeley/East Central Comm. Coll.) Lexington, Ky. (Bryan Station/Centre) Duncan, S.C. (Byrnes) Nashville, Tenn. (Montgomery Bell Academy) Fairfax, Va. (Fairfax/Akron) Lexington, Ky. (Henry Clay) Cameron Park, Calif. (Jesuit) Williamsburg, Ky. (Whitley County/Morehead State) Atlanta, Ga. (Westlake) Alcoa, Tenn. (Alcoa) Milan, Tenn. (Milan) Barbourville, Ky. (Knox Central) Odenton, Md. (Arundel/Fork Union Military Academy) Georgetown, Ky. (Scott County) Louisville, Ky. (Central) Germantown, Tenn. (Christian Brothers) Stone Mountain, Ga. (Stephenson) Louisville, Ky. (Fern Creek) Pensacola, Fla. (Catholic) Largo, Fla. (Largo) LaGrange, Ga. (LaGrange) Dublin, Ohio (Jerome) Hopkinsville, Ky. (Christian County) Lexington, Ky. (Henry Clay)

58 59 60 62 64* 64* 66 67 69 71 73 74 75 76 77 79 80 81* 81* 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 96 97 99

Shaquille Love Kelly Mason Alvin Davis Jr. Tyler Davenport Max Godby Lionel Inanzala Nermin Delic Larry Warford Matt Smith Jack Gruenschlaeger Steven Duff Trevino Woods Zach West Teven Eatmon-Nared Darrian Miller Kevin Mitchell Ronnie Shields Kyle Budde Rashad Cunningham Anthony Kendrick Derrick Quarles Gabe Correll Gene McCaskill Jordan Aumiller Brian Adams Joe Mansour Tyler Robinson Justin Henderson Farrington Huguenin Christian Coleman Craig McIntosh Taylor Wyndham Collins Ukwu Mister Cobble Donte Rumph

OG LS DT OT C DT DT OG C OT OG OT OL OG OT OT TE LS WR TE WR TE WR TE WR K/P TE LB DE DT K DE DE DT DT

6-4 6-3 6-4 6-5 6-4 6-3 6-5 6-3 6-4 6-11 6-0 6-5 6-4 6-7 6-5 6-6 6-5 6-6 6-4 6-3 5-11 6-5 6-0 6-4 6-4 6-2 6-3 6-3 6-4 6-3 6-0 6-4 6-5 6-0 6-3

296 236 259 330 287 273 280 333 291 354 331 289 301 342 299 292 241 225 221 250 183 240 198 241 223 191 250 242 263 288 194 243 258 331 315

Fr-RS Harriman, Tenn. (Harriman) Fr-RS Rockton, Ill. (Hononegah) So-1L Jesup, Ga. (Wayne County) So-Sq Hodgenville, Ky. (Larue County) So-Sq Louisville, Ky. (Christian Academy of Louisville) So-Sq Louisville, Ky. (Eastern) So-1L Dalton, Ga. (Northwest Whitfield) Sr-3L Richmond, Ky. (Madison Central) Sr-3L Louisville, Ky. (St. Xavier) Fr-RS Fort Thomas, Ky. (Newport Central Catholic) Jr-Sq Louisville, Ky. (Pleasure Ridge Park) Sr-2L Athens, Ga. (Clarke Central) Fr-RS Richmond, Ky. (Lexington Christian Academy) So-Sq Bucyrus, Ohio (Wynford) So-1L Lexington, Ky. (Bryan Station) Jr-2L Winston, Ga. (Alexander) So-1L Stone Mountain, Ga. (Stephenson) So-Sq Mason, Ohio (Princeton) Fr-RS Mobile, Ala. (Davidson) Jr-2L Katy, Texas (Seven Lakes) Fr-RS Russellville, Ky. (Russellville) Sr-2L Cincinnati, Ohio (Anderson/Fork Union Military Academy) Sr-3L Chester, S.C. (Chester) Jr-2L Danville, Ky. (Boyle County) Jr-2L Cumming, Ga. (South Forsyth) Jr-2L LaGrange, Ga. (LaGrange) Jr-2L Friendsville, Tenn. (Alcoa) So-1L Bamberg, S.C. (Bamberg-Ehrhardt) Fr-RS Columbia, S.C. (Dreher) So-1L Milan, Tenn. (Milan) Sr-3L Lexington, Ky. (Lexington Christian) Sr-3L Swansea, S.C. (Swansea) Sr-3L La Vergne, Tenn. (La Vergne) Jr-1L Louisville, Ky. (Central) Jr-2L St. Matthews, S.C. (Calhoun County/Fork Union Military Academy)

NOTES: * indicates duplicate numbers ... Class is eligibility for the 2012 season ... #L = number of letters earned ... Tr = transfer from four-year school ... JC = junior college ... Sq = squad member who has not earned a letter ... RS = redshirt ... HS = high school

CoShik Williams: co-SHEEK

HEAD COACH

JOKER PHILLIPS

One of Joker Phillips’ goals for the Kentucky football team is for his Wildcats to “play fast.” It’s a philosophy he embraces in coaching as well. Phillips has been a bundle of energy since taking over the UK head coaching position on Jan. 6, 2010. From coaching to recruiting to the dozens of personal appearances he has made across the South, Phillips has been tireless in promoting the vision for his passion -- Kentucky football. The foundation of his fervor is easy to see. A native Kentuckian and former Wildcat player, Phillips is only the fifth Kentucky alumnus to become head coach of the Wildcats. Phillips’ appointment also has significance in that he is the Wildcats’ first AfricanAmerican head football coach and only the second in the history of the Southeastern Conference. Phillips’ first act as head coach was to imprint his personal philosophy, “Operation Win,” on the team -- win on the field, win in the classroom and win in the community. Phillips’ energy has led to some positive results in recruiting and on the field where Phillips became the first coach in Kentucky history to take a team to a bowl game in his first season. In addition, Phillips won more games than any first-year UK coach since Blanton Collier in 1954. His teams also have broken long-time streaks with wins over South Carolina and Tennessee. The victory over Tennessee was particularly notable in that, with both regular quarterbacks injured, Phillips took senior wide receiver Matt Roark and turned him into a quarterback the week of the game. Phillips’ coaching move and the resulting victory earned Phillips an SEC “helmet sticker” from ESPN.com LED UK TO HIGHEST POINT T O TA L I N S C H O O L H I S T O R Y Prior to being elevated to head coach, Phillips

was on the staff of Coach Rich Brooks from 200309, including the last five seasons as offensive coordinator. Named offensive coordinator before the 2005 season, Phillips made an immediate impact as Kentucky improved its scoring average and total offense in each of the first three years under Phillips’ direction. The yearly progression reached its zenith when Kentucky scored a school-record 475 points during its 13-game schedule in 2007, helping spark the Wildcats to a second-consecutive Music City Bowl championship. UK’s average of 36.5 points per game ranked 15th nationally. Total offense also was a highlight of the ’07 season. UK’s total offense of 5,764 yards was the second highest in school history. The average of 443.4 yards per game is fourth in UK annals. Phillips was nationally acclaimed following Kentucky’s 43-37 upset of No. 1 LSU. He was named National Coordinator of the Week by Rivals.com and the National Offensive Coordinator of the Week by the Master Coaches Survey. Phillips’ offensive style has shown flexibility and balance between the run and the pass. During his time as offensive coordinator, UK has had a 3,000yard passer (André Woodson, who accomplished the feat twice), two 1,000-yard receivers (Keenan Burton and Steve Johnson) and a 1,000-yard rusher (Rafael Little, who reached the mark twice). Balance is shown by the fact that Kentucky led the SEC in passing yardage in 2007 while also rushing for 2,021 yards, 155.5 yards per game and 4.2 yards per attempt. All three rushing marks were UK’s best in a dozen seasons, since 1995. The ’07 season was the first time in school history that UK averaged at least 250 passing yards per game while rushing for at least 150 yards per game. As wide receivers coach, Phillips has mentored

Joker Phillips completed his Kentucky career as one of the top five pass catchers in school history. He went on to play with the Washington Redskins in the National Football League.

some of the best in school history – Burton, Johnson, Dicky Lyons Jr. and Derek Abney. With Burton, Johnson and Lyons leading the way, along with tight end Jacob Tamme and tailback Rafael Little, Kentucky was the only team in the nation in 2007 that had five players with at least 1,000 receiving yards during their careers. Phillips’ players have their names etched into the NCAA, SEC and UK record books. SHOWED THE ABILITY TO ADAPT After massive graduation losses from the ’07 squad – losing Woodson, Burton, Johnson, Tamme and Little to the NFL – Phillips turnedin some of his most astute coaching performances. Injuries, inexperience and a disciplinary dismissal forced Phillips and quarterbacks coach Randy Sanders to juggle four QBs -- Mike Hartline, Randall Cobb, Morgan Newton and Will Fidler – in 2008 and 2009. Even though there was a rotation of players in the offense’s most important position, Phillips figured out a way to generate enough points to win seven games both seasons. Despite fielding a virtually new offensive lineup in 2008, and losing his potential starting quarterback on the first day of fall practice, Phillips still managed to finish in the top half of the SEC in scoring offense while helping the Wildcats win a third-consecutive bowl game. The 2009 season showed more of Phillips’ ability to adapt to a changing landscape. After five games, with Hartline as the starting quarterback, Phillips had the perfect balance he was looking for with 167.4 rushing yards and 167.4 passing yards per game. But when Hartline was injured, and a true freshman stepped into the starting role, the Wildcats

THE JOKER PHILLIPS FILE NICKNAME became tilted heavily toward the run. And, even though everyone in the stadium knew UK had become a run-first offense, Phillips managed to keep the opponent off-balance and score sufficient points to win five of the last eight games, including ground-breaking victories on the road at Auburn and Georgia. For the season, Kentucky rushed for 191.2 yards per game and a 4.5 average per carry, the team’s best marks in 14 years.

Redskins of the National Football League (1985, ’87) and Toronto in the Canadian Football League (1986). Phillips began his coaching career at his alma mater as a graduate assistant in 1988-89. In 1990, he served as an assistant recruiting coordinator. He was a full-time assistant coach, in charge of the wide receivers, from 1991-96. In 1991, under Phillips’ guidance, wide receiver Neal Clark broke the singleseason record for pass receptions with 47 catches. Craig Yeast, who became the SEC’s all-time leading receiver, played his first two seasons under Phillips in 1995-96. Phillips returned to UK from South Carolina, where he coached the wide receivers under Coach Lou Holtz in 2002. Gamecock newcomer Troy Williamson earned SEC All-Freshman honors that year and went on to become the No. 7 pick in the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft. Phillips also has coached at Cincinnati (1997-

Phillips (third from left) was a player and assistant coach under Hall of Fame Coach Jerry Claiborne (left). “Do right, do your best and win,” said Phillips, when asked what he learned from the coaching mentor. Claiborne was known for his sound fundamental football and his high integrity.

O N E O F T H E N AT I O N ’ S T O P RECRUITERS In addition to his coaching, Phillips also is a highly effective recruiter, as his straightforward, likeable personality earns the trust of young players and their families. He served as UK’s recruiting coordinator in 2003-04, giving up that post because of his additional offensive responsibilities, but continued to be deeply involved in recruiting. Phillips’ abilities in that area have become known across the country, as he has been identified as one of the nation’s top recruiters by SportsIllustrated.com and Rivals.com. Phillips has gained additional coaching experience by working postseason all-star games. He was the winning head coach in the 2005 Magnolia Classic. Following the 2006 season, he was an assistant on the winning squad in the IntaJuice North-South All-Star Game. A LONGTIME KENTUCKIAN AND W I L D C AT Phillips is a familiar face around Kentucky football. He played at UK from 1981-84 and was on the football staff from 1988-96. As a player, Phillips helped lead the Wildcats to appearances in the Hall of Fame Bowl in his junior and senior seasons. He finished his playing days tied for fifth on the UK career receiving list with 75 catches for 935 yards and nine touchdowns. He went on to play a total of three professional seasons with the Washington

As offensive coordinator, Phillips guided UK to a schoolrecord 475 points in the 2007 season. Phillips coached NCAA, SEC and UK record-setters such as quarterbacks Andre’ Woodson and Jared Lorenzen, running back Rafael Little and wide receivers Derek Abney, Keenan Burton, Steve Johnson, Dicky Lyons and Randall Cobb.

98), Minnesota (1999-2000) and Notre Dame (2001). At Minnesota, he guided All-Big Ten wide receiver Ron Johnson, who went on to play for the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens. In his year at Notre Dame, Phillips placed two wideouts in the NFL, Javin Hunter and David Givens. As a coach, nine of his teams have gone to bowl games, including UK to the 1993 Peach Bowl, 2006, ‘07 and ’09 Music City Bowls, the Liberty Bowl following the 2008 season and the BBVA Compass Bowl after the 2010 season; Cincinnati to the 1997 Humanitarian Bowl; and Minnesota to the 1999 Sun Bowl and 2000 Micronpc.com Bowl. Phillips is a native of Franklin, Ky., and was a three-sport standout – football, basketball and track – at Franklin-Simpson High School. He is married to Dr. Leslie Phillips, a professor at Georgetown College. 15

Joe “Joker” Phillips Jr., was nicknamed “Joker” as a baby by his grandfather in order to distinguish him from his father, Joe Phillips Sr.

E D U C AT I O N Franklin-Simpson High School, Franklin, Ky., 1981 University of Kentucky, bachelor’s degree in Advertising, 1986

AT H L E T I C E X P E R I E N C E • Participated in football, basketball and track at Franklin-Simpson HS; all-state in football, playing quarterback and cornerback; all-region in basketball • Wide receiver at UK, finishing his career fifth on the school career receiving list with 75 catches for 935 yards and nine touchdowns • Wide receiver with Washington (NFL) in 1985 and 1987; Toronto (CFL) 1986

COACHING HISTORY 1988-89

Kentucky

Graduate Assistant Coach 1990 Kentucky Assistant Recruiting Coordinator 1991-96 Kentucky Assistant Coach (Wide Receivers) 1997 Cincinnati Assistant Coach (Wide Receivers) 1998 Cincinnati Assistant Coach (Defensive Backs) 1999-2000 Minnesota Assistant Coach (Wide Receivers) 2001 Notre Dame Assistant Coach (Wide Receivers) 2002 South Carolina Assistant Coach (Wide Receivers) 2003-04 Kentucky Assistant Coach (Recruiting Coordinator, Wide Receivers) 2005-08 Kentucky Assistant Coach (Offensive Coordinator, Wide Receivers) 2009 Kentucky Assistant Coach (Head Coach of the Offense, Wide Receivers) 2010Kentucky Head Coach

Upon the recommendation of Coach Rich Brooks (right), UK Director of Athletics Mitch Barnhart (left) named Phillips as the head coach of the future in Jan. 2008. Under Brooks and Phillips, Kentucky went to bowl games in five-straight seasons.

ASSISTANT COACHES MIKE CASSITY

GREG NORD

Defensive Backs

Special Teams Coordinator, Tight Ends

Former Wildcat player and coach Mike Cassity has returned to his alma mater. UK returns two starting safeties but the cornerback positions must be replaced.

It’s a busy spring for Nord, who must rebuild the kickreturn game and identty a new punter, snapper and holder. He also must develop a new starter at tight end.

0Houston Oilers (NFL) 1975

Kentucky

1976-78

Tilghman (Paducah, Ky.) HS

1979

Kentucky

1980-81

Kentucky

1982

Morehead State

1983-88

Western Kentucky

Cornerback, Student Coach

1979-80

Kentucky

Graduate Assistant Coach

1981

Kentucky

Part-Time Assistant Coach

Part-Time Assistant Coach (Defensive Backs)

1982-89

Kentucky

Assistant Coach (Running Backs), two bowl games

Assistant Coach (Defensive Backs)

1990-91

East Carolina

Assistant Coach (Running Backs), one bowl game

Assistant Coach (Defensive Backs)

1992-94

Georgia Tech

Assistant Coach (Running Backs)

Assistant Coach (Def. Coord. ‘83, ‘85-88; Defensive Backs)

1995-97

Louisville

Assistant Coach (Running Backs)

1998-2002

Louisville

Assistant Coach (Tight Ends), five bowl games Assistant Head Coach (Running Backs, Tight Ends), four bowl games

Assistant Coach

two Division I-AA playoff appearances 1989

Northeast Louisiana

Assistant Coach (Defensive Coordinator, Defensive Backs)

2003-06

Louisville

1990-91

East Carolina

Asst. Coach (Defensive Coordinator, Def. Backs), one bowl game

2007-08

Louisville

Assistant Coach (Tight Ends, Recruiting Coordinator)

1992-93

Georgia Tech

Assistant Coach (Defensive Coordinator, Defensive Backs)

2009

Louisville

Assistant Coach (Running Backs, Recruiting Coordinator)

1994

Cincinnati

Assistant Coach (Defensive Coordinator, Defensive Backs)

2010-present

Kentucky

Assistant Coach (Special Teams Coord., Tight Ends), one bowl game

1995-96

Wisconsin

Assistant Coach (Defensive Backs), one bowl game

1997-98

Baylor

1999-2000

Oklahoma State

2001-03

Illinois

2004-07

Louisville

Asst. Coach (Defensive Coordinator, Safeties), three bowl games

2009-11

Marshall

Assistant Coach (Defensive Backs), two bowl games

2012-present

Kentucky

Assistant Coach (Defensive Backs)

Assistant Coach (Defensive Coordinator, Defensive Backs)

STEVE PARDUE

Asst. Coach (Co-Def. Coord. ‘99, Def. Coord. ‘00; Def. Backs)

Assistant Coach (Defensive Coordinator, Cornerbacks), one bowl game

Running Backs

After inheriting a very young backfield last season, all of Pardue’s tailbacks and fullbacks return for 2012.

RICK MINTER

1985

Fayette County (Ga.) HS

Assistant Coach

Defensive Coordinator

1986

Albertville (Ga.) HS

Assistant Coach

1987-90

Crittenden County (Ky.) HS

1991-93

LaGrange (Ga.) HS

Assistant Coach

1994-2010

LaGrange (Ga.) HS

Head Coach, three state championships

2011-present

Kentucky

Minter has his work cut out this spring in replacing six starters, including five of the top seven tacklers, from last season. His first UK defense created 25 turnovers, an incease from 16 the previous season. 1977

Henderson State

1978

Arkansas

1979

Louisiana Tech

1980-82

North Carolina State

1984

New Mexico State

1985-91

Ball State

1992-93

Notre Dame

1994-2003

Cincinnati

2004

South Carolina

Assistant Coach (Defensive Coordinator, Linebackers)

2005-06

Notre Dame

Assistant Coach (Defensive Coordinator, Linebackers),

Offensive Coordinator, Quarterbacks

Assistant Coach (Defensive Ends) Assistant Coach (Outside Linebackers)

Sanders had to rebuild the offense last season after massive graduation losses. Fortunately, he will have a more experienced group this season. At quarterback, Sanders has two players with starting experience, senior Morgan Newton and sophomore Maxwell Smith, along with sophomore transfer Jacob Russell.

Assistant Coach (Linebackers) Assistant Head Coach (Defensive Coordinator), one bowl game Assistant Coach (Defensive Coordinator, Inside Linebackers), Head Coach, four bowl games

two bowl games Marshall

Assistant Coach (Defensive Coordinator, Linebackers), one bowl game

2010

Indiana State

2011-present

Kentucky

Assistant Coach (Running Backs)

RANDY SANDERS

Graduate Assistant (Linebackers)

Graduate Assistant (Linebackers, Defensive Backs), one bowl game

two bowl games

2008-09

Head Coach

Assistant Coach (Linebackers) Defensive Coordinator

1989-90

Tennessee

1991-92

Tennessee

Volunteer Assistant (Quarterbacks), two bowl games Assistant Coach (Wide Receivers), two bowl games

1993-98

Tennessee

Assistant Coach (Recruiting Coordinator, RBs), six bowl games

1999-2005

Tennessee

Assistant Coach (Offensive Coordinator, QBs), six bowl games

2006-07

Kentucky

2008

Kentucky Assistant Coach (Quarterbacks, Recruiting Coordinator), one bowl game

2009-present

Kentucky Assistant Coach (Offensive Coordinator, Quarterbacks), two bowl games

Assistant Coach (Quarterbacks), two bowl games

CHUCK SMITH

PAT WASHINGTON

Linebackers, Recruiting Coordinator

Wide Receivers, Passing Game Coordinator

Smith has had an All-SEC linebacker in each of the last six seasons, but must replace all three starters, including All-American Danny Trevathan. 1983-86

Mercer County (Ky.) HS

1987

Allen County (Ky.) HS

1988-91

Campbellsville (Ky.) HS

1992-2004

Boyle County (Ky.) HS

2005-08

Kentucky

2009-present

Washington joined the staff in Februrary. He is a 25year coaching veteran, including 15 years in the SEC. All but one wideout returns from last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s group of receivers.

Assistant Coach Head Coach Head Coach

1987-88

Auburn

Head Coach, five state championships

1989-91

Louisiana-Lafayette

Assistant Coach (Wide Receivers)

Assistant Coach (Linebackers), three bowl games

1992

Texas Christian

Assistant Coach (Wide Receivers)

Kentucky Assistant Coach (Linebackers, Recruiting Coordinator), two bowl games

1993

Texas Christian

1994

Baylor

1995-2005

Tennessee

Assistant Coach (Wide Receivers), 10 bowl games

2006

Kansas State

Assistant Coach (Wide Receivers), one bowl game

2007-08

Mississippi State

Assistant Coach (Wide Receivers), one bowl game

2009-10

Southern Mississippi

Assistant Coach (Running Backs),two bowl games

2011

Southern Mississippi

Assistant Coach (RBs, Special Teams Coord.), one bowl

2012-present

Kentucky

MIKE SUMMERS Offensive Line, Running Game Coordinator

Summers returns All-SEC guard Larry Warford and center Matt Smith, but must replace three starters in the line. 1980-81

Kentucky

1982-84

Texas A&M

1985-90

Northern Illinois

Graduate Assistant Coach, two bowl games

Assistant Coach (Quarterbacks) Assistant Coach (Running Backs), one bowl game

Graduate Assistant (Offensive Line) Graduate Assistant (Offensive Line) Assistant Coach (Offensive Coordinator, Halfbacks)

1991-95

Oregon State

1996-99

University of the South (Sewanee)

Asst. Head Coach (Offensive Coord., Running Backs, Recr. Coord.)

2000

Oklahoma State

2001-02

Ohio University

2003-06

Louisville

2007

Atlanta Falcons (NFL)

2008-09

Arkansas

Assistant Coach (Offensive Line), one bowl game

2010-present

Kentucky

Assistant Coach (Offensive Line), one bowl game

Assistant Coach (Offensive Coordinator)

Assistant Coach (Tight Ends, Recruiting Coordinator) Assistant Coach (Offensive Line) Assistant Coach (Offensive Line), four bowl games Assistant Coach (Offensive Line)

DAVID TURNER Assistant Head Coach, Defensive Line

Turner has an experienced group in the D-Line, featuring six players -- ends Collins Ukwu, Taylor Wyndham and Mike Douglas, and tackles Mister Cobble, Donte Rumph and Christian Coleman, who have starting experience. 1986

Davidson

1987

Davidson

Assistant Coach (Running Backs)

1988-89

North Carolina State

1990

Indiana (Pa.)

1991-92

James Madison Asst. Coach (Outside Linebackers), one NCAA Div. I-AA playoffs

1993-94

Kentucky

1995

North Carolina State

Assistant Coach (Defensive Ends)

1996

North Carolina State

Assistant Coach (Linebackers)

1997-2000

Virginia

2001

Minnesota

Assistant Coach (Defensive Ends)

2002-05

Vanderbilt

Assistant Coach (Defensive Line, Recruiting Coordinator)

2006

Alabama

2007-09

Mississippi State

2010-present

Kentucky

Assistant Coach (Tight Ends) Graduate Assistant Coach (Defense), two bowl games

Chuck Smith has had an All-SEC linebacker in each of the past six seasons.

Assistant Coach (Defensive Line), one NCAA Division II playoffs Assistant Coach (Defensive Ends), one bowl game

Assistant Coach (DE, LB, Co-Special Teams Coordinator), three bowls

Assistant Coach (Defensive Ends), one bowl game Assistant Coach (Defensive Line), one bowl game Assistant Head Coach (Defensive Line), one bowl game

Assistant Coach (Wide Receivers)

2012 PLAYER BIOGRAPHIES BRIAN ADAMS

2011 (Sophomore - Baseball): Started in centerfield most of the season ... Batted .288 with eight doubles, one triple, two home runs, 13 RBI and nine stolen bases ... Continued to be an outstanding defensive presence. 2010 (Redshirt Freshman - Football): Played in 12 games at wide receiver and on special teams, catching three passes for 23 yards … Got his first career start at Mississippi State … Made one tackle in kick coverage. 2010 (Freshman - Baseball): Saw limited playing time while spring football was going on ... When spring drills ended, he emerged as the starting leftfielder for the final eight games ... Batted .472 with 17 hits in 36 at-bats ... Used his speed and hands to make several remarkable plays in left field. 2009 (Freshman - Football): Redshirted. High School: Primarily a quarterback in high school, he projects as a wide receiver on the collegiate level … Has excellent height and speed, having been timed as fast as 4.4 seconds in the 40-yard dash … Was a dual-threat quarterback at South Forsyth High School in Cumming, Ga. … Also saw playing time at wide receiver and defensive back … Missed most of his senior season because of an injury … Named all-county and second-team allregion as a junior … Rushed for 646 yards and six touchdowns while passing for 1,137 yards and six TDs … Also returned punts … Listed as the nation’s No. 55 quarterback by Scout.com … Coached by Wendell Early … “Brian is a great athlete, very talented with a great work ethic,” Early said … Also an outfielder in baseball, he was a two-year all-county selection … Helped lead his team to the finals of the state playoffs as a senior, finishing as the runnerup … Was a 45th-round draft choice by the Cincinnati Reds in the 2009 draft ... Member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Personal: Born in Athens, Ga. … Son of Keith and Karen Adams … Major is finance. Community Cats: Salvation Army bellringer (2009) ... Participated in events at Liberty Elementary School and Ashland Elementary (2010) ... Visited patients at Birmingham Children’s Hospital (2011). Brian Says ... The coolest thing about being at UK is: playing football and baseball in the SEC ... The one thing I like most about football is: when I am on the field all the stress, distractions and problems disappear and all I think about is football ... Something people might not know about me is: I am a great cook and love tubing on the lake during the summer ... If I weren’t playing football, I would be: playing MLB baseball in the minor leagues for the Reds.

Wide Receiver, 6-4, 223, Jr-2L Gainesville, Ga. (South Forsyth) R

SEC Academic Honor Roll (2010, 2011)

For the third consecuive year, will split the spring between football and baseball ... Enters spring drills No. 2 at one receiver ... Has good speed and hands ... Has played in 22 games with three starts ... Is an outfielder on the baseball team ... Sat out the 2009 football season while recovering from an unusual medical situation ... Had a blood clot and surgery in July, 2009 ... Adams credits UK athletics trainer Jim Madaleno for possibly saving his life with an astute diagnosis after an initial medical evaluation did not detect the condition ... Drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in the summer of 2009 but opted to attend Kentucky. 2011 (Sophomore - Football): Played in 10 games, starting the last two games ... Caught five passes for 46 yards, including a career-long reception of 15 yards in the win over Ole Miss ... Caught two passes for 15 yards vs. Mississippi State.

BRIAN ADAMS

Adams Career Statistics Year Position 2010 Wide Receiver 2011 Wide Receiver Totals

G-GS 12-1 10-2 22-3

Rec. 3 5 8

Yds. 23 46 69

Avg. 7.7 9.2 8.6

TD 0 0 0

Long 13 15 15

MATTHEW ADOLPH Long Snapper, 6-2, 220, So-Sq Dublin, Ohio (Jerome) Vying for the open long snapper job ... Came out for the team in the spring of 2011 ... Played linebacker in high school, which helps him in punt coverage. 2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Did not see game action. 2010 (Freshman): Did not see play football. High School: Played linebacker, tight end and long snapper at Jerome HS in Dublin, Ohio ... Coached by Mark Hundley ... Also a forward in hockey, 18

Picked fourth-team Freshman All-America by Phil Steele’s College Football ... Voted to the SEC All-Freshman Team by league coaches … Had season highs with three catches for 55 yards vs. Akron, including a 35-yard reception that was his longest of the year ... Also caught three passes vs. Georgia ... Snagged his first collegiate touchdown on a six-yard catch vs. Auburn ... Caught two passes for 23 yards against Louisville, none bigger then a 19yard reception with time running out in the fourth quarter. 2009 (Freshman): Redshirted as a linebacker ... Scout Team Player of the Week twice during the season. High School: Showed his versatility by playing tight end, quarterback, linebacker, safety and punter during his career at Boyle County High School in Danville, Ky. … Could end up on either side of the ball as a collegian … First-team all-state as a junior and senior by the Louisville Courier-Journal … Named to the Lexington Herald-Leader “Class of the Commonwealth” listing of the state’s top-22 seniors … Helped lead Boyle County to a 13-1 record and the state semifinals as a senior … Career totals at tight end include 53 pass receptions for 829 yards, a 15.6-yard average per catch, and 10 touchdowns … Had 10 interceptions in his career on defense … Completed 66.3 percent of his passes for 1,055 yards and 14 touchdowns as a junior quarterback … Rushed for 335 yards and three TDs … Coached by Larry French and Chris Pardue … “Jordan is a quality individual, intelligent, who works extremely hard and leads by example,” French said. “He gives 110 percent on every play and is very coachable.” … The No. 12 prospect in Kentucky by SuperPrep … Listed as the No. 66 tight end in the country by Scout.com … An all-area honoree in basketball … Honor-roll student who was a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Personal: Born in Pasadena, Calif. … Son of John and Jan Aumiller … John

helping the team win a district title ... Honor-roll student ... Received his school’s Celebration of Excellence Award. Personal: Born in Canton, Ohio ... Son of Mike and Laurie Adolph ... Has a double major in history and economics ... Comes from a football family ... His grandfather, Dave Adolph, coached in the NFL with Kansas City, San Diego, Cleveland, Oakland and the Los Angeles Raiders; Dave also coached in college at UK (1969-72), Ohio State, Illinois, Connecticut and Akron ... Matthew’s uncle is current Michigan State coach Mark Dantonio.

MICHAEL ARNOLD, JR. Safety, 6-2, 200, Fr-RS Louisville, Ky. (Christian Academy of Louisville/Fork Union Military Academy) Enrolled at Kentucky in the spring of 2011 … Stationed at safety and has good size for a defensive back … Impressed the coaches with his playing instincts … Has good athleticism and covers a lot of ground. 2011 (Freshman): Redshirted. Prep School: Played the 2010 season at Fork Union (Va.) Military Academy … Coached by John Shuman. High School: Played high school football at Christian Academy of Louisville under head coach John Dryden … A three-year starter for the Centurions, where he helped lead the team to the state playoffs all three years, advancing out of the first round his sophomore and senior years … Played running back and defensive back, while also helping with the team’s kicking game and kickoff returns … First team all-district honoree his junior and senior season … Selected to play in the Kentucky All-Star Game … Played basketball for three years in high school as the team captain and shooting guard. Personal: Born in Louisville, Ky. … Parents are Mike and Denita Arnold … Plans to major in business. Michael Says ... The coolest thing about being at UK is: a lot of my friends go here and it’s close to home, but far enough away ... The one thing I like most about football is: being with teammates and the special times to share together ... Something people might not know about me is: I’m a good cook ... What I like about Coach Phillips is: he is fun and interacts with the guys a lot.

JORDAN AUMILLER

JORDAN AUMILLER Tight End, 6-4, 241, Jr-2L Danville, Ky. (Boyle County) R R

Freshman All-America fourth team by Phil Steele’s College Football (2010) SEC All-Freshman Team by SEC coaches (2010)

One of five returnees with game experience at tight end ... Developed into a reliable contributor in his first season at tight end ... Has good height and hands ... Redshirted as a linebacker before moving to tight end in the spring of 2010 ... Has played in 23 games with nine starts. 2011 (Sophomore): Played in 10 games, including one start. 2010 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in all 13 games, including eight starting assignments ... Totaled 18 catches for 193 yards and one touchdown … 19

played football at Penn State … Major is kinesiology. Jordan Says ... My ideal vacation spot is: Montana or the beach ... If I could be on any reality TV show I would choose: River Monsters ... The coolest thing about being at UK is: playing in the SEC... The one thing I like most about football is: winning, especially as the underdog ... What I like about my position coach Greg Nord is: he is intense and cares about us.

Aumiller Career Statistics Year 2010 2011 Totals

Position Tight End Tight End

G-GS 13-8 10-1 23-9

Rec. 18 0 18

Yds. 193 0 193

Avg. 10.7 -10.7

TD 1 0 1

Long 35 -35

Aumiller Game-by-Game Statistics 2010 Opponent at Louisville vs. WKU vs. Akron at Florida at Ole Miss vs. Auburn vs. South Carolina vs. Georgia at Miss. State vs. CSU vs. Vanderbilt at Tennessee Totals

Rec. 2 2 3 0 1 2 1 3 2 2 0 0 18

Yds. 23 26 55 0 2 13 1 39 11 23 0 0 193

TD 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

Long 19 20 35 0 2 7 1 15 7 15 0 0 35

MIKIE BENTON Safety, 5-11, 195, Sr-2L Russellville, Ky. (Russellville) His progress was one of the pleasant developments of the 2011 season ... Moved from cornerback to safety during the spring of 2011 and ended up leading the team in pass breakups ... Came to UK as a walk-on and began getting playing time in 2010 at cornerback and on special teams ... Earned playing time through his attitude in practice and phenomenal work ethic ... Has played in 20 games, including 12 starts. 2011 (Junior): Started all 12 games ... Led the team in pass breakups with seven, including a career-high two at LSU ... Totaled 28 tackles with a career- high six at South Carolina. 2010 (Sophomore): Played in eight games, giving UK depth at cornerback. 2009 (Redshirt Freshman): Did not see game action ... Scout Team Player of the Week twice during the season, prior to UK’s wins over Louisville and Georgia. 2008 (Freshman): Redshirted ... Scout Team Player of the Week for special teams in preparation for the win over Arkansas. High School: Two-way starter for three seasons at Russellville High School ... Played multiple offensive back positions and roamed the defensive backfield as a cornerback and free safety … First-team Sky Conference defensive back as a senior after honorable-mention conference honors as a junior … Selected to Kentucky’s East/West All-Star Game … Totaled 38

tackles, three interceptions and 11 pass breakups on defense as a senior … As a running back, gained 749 yards on 76 carries scoring 14 touchdowns … At quarterback, completed 37 of 76 attempts through the air for 852 yards and 14 touchdowns … Coached by John Meyers … A four-year letterman on the track team, competing in the 110-meter hurdles and triple jump and holds the school record for each event … Back-to-back Kentucky state champion in 110-meter hurdles in 2007 and 2008 ... State runner-up in the triple jump as a senior ... Also played basketball for three seasons at shooting guard and small forward ... In the classroom earned the 2007 President’s Award for Academic Excellence and was named Academic All-State during his final two years ... Member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the school’s peer mentor group ... Chose Kentucky over Notre Dame and Western Kentucky track and field scholarship offers. Personal: Born in Russellville, Ky. … Son of Michael and Bettye Benton … Major is agricultural economics. Community Cats: Participated in the Relay for Life (2010) and visited patients at the Veterans Administration Hospital (2011). Mikie Says ... When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Deion Sanders … The one thing I like most about football: is aggravating my opponent … Something people might not know about me is: I’m the best NBA 2k11 player in the world … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he’s from close to my hometown and we always talk about the Russellville vs. Franklin rivalry.

Benton Career Statistics Year 2010 2011 Totals

Position Cornerback Safety

G-GS 8-0 12-12 20-12

Tackles Int.-Yds. 0 0 28 0 28 0

PBU 0 7 7

FR 0 0 0

FC 0 0 0

FC 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FR 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

PBU 1 0 1 1 2 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 7

Benton Game-by-Game Stats 2011 Opponent at Western Kentucky vs. Central Michigan vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at USC vs. Jacksonville State vs. Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee Totals

Tackles 4 4 3 4 1 6 0 1 2 1 1 1 28

Int-Yds. TFL-Yds. 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0.5-1 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0.5-1

AARON BOYD Wide Receiver, 6-4, 220, Sr-2L Lexington, Ky. (Henry Clay) GIves UK veteran depth at wide receiver ... Has shown the ability to compete for balls and make the catch ... Brother of former UK and NFL quarterback Shane Boyd ... Has played in 18 games, including one start ... Extremely active in community service, see list at bottom of bio. 20

Week prior to the Auburn game. High School: First-team all-state quarterback in Division VI by The Associated Press and also named Division VI Offensive Player of the Year … Second-team all-state by OhioVarsity.com … Led Wynford HS to a 12-1 record and the third round of the state playoffs as a senior … Dual-threat quarterback completed 55.5 percent of his passes for 1,731 yards and 22 touchdowns as a senior while rushing for 1,340 yards and 26 TDs … Set school single-season and career records for completions, passing yards and touchdown passes … Completed 57.7 percent of his passes during his career, good for 5,519 yards and 56 touchdowns … Rushed for 2,259 yards and 40 TDs during his career … Also played strong safety, kicker and punter … First-team all-conference as a junior and senior, second team as a sophomore … Listed as the nation’s No. 34 tight end by Scout.com … The No. 119 overall prospect in the six-state Midwest area by SuperPrep … “A terrific all-around athlete with a live arm, great feet and good leadership skills,” wrote recruiting analyst Tom Lemming on MaxPreps.com … Coached by Travis Moyer … “Tyler is a dual-threat quarterback who can hurt you with his legs and his arm,” Moyer said. “He is very intelligent and will be valuable as a true student-athlete.” … Teammate of current Wildcat Teven EatmonNared … Also an all-conference performer in basketball … Valedictorian of his senior class graduated with a 4.0 grade-point average … Vice-president of the senior class … Member of the National Honor Society. Personal: Born in Tiffin, Ohio … Name is pronounced “BROW-zee” … Son of Bryan and Sue Brause … Major is kinesiology. Tyler says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Brett Favre … The coolest thing about being at UK is: how passionate the fans are … Something people might not know about me is: I was born on the 4th of July … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he has been in our shoes and relates well to us … What I like about my position coach Chuck Smith is: he likes to joke around sometimes.

2011 (Junior): Played in three games ... Hauled in a five-yard catch in the win over Central Michigan. 2010 (Sophomore): Played in four games. 2009 (Sophomore): Redshirted. 2008 (Freshman): Played in 11 games, including a start in the win over Arkansas ... Top game was three catches for 16 yards vs. Western Kentucky ... Caught a 16-yard pass at Florida. High School: The No. 1 prospect in Kentucky by Rivals.com and Scout.com … One of the nation’s top-40 wide receivers by both services, and rated the No. 18 player in the Midwest by Scout.com … Caught 55 passes as a senior, good for 1,157 yards and 15 touchdowns … First-team all-state by The Associated Press … Named to the Lexington Herald-Leader “Class of the Commonwealth” and “Kentucky Tremendous 26” listing of the top seniors in the state … Named to the all-city team as a junior, snagging 39 balls for 730 yards and five touchdowns … Also saw action as a defensive back … Helped lead Henry Clay HS to a 35-6 record over his last three seasons, including trips to the state semifinals as a sophomore and junior … Coached by Sam Simpson … Played basketball five years on the varsity level … Member of the Henry Clay team that advanced to the Kentucky Sweet 16 state tournament as a freshman … Named to all-district and all-region teams, along with honorable-mention all-state … McDonald’s All-America nominee … Also participated one year in track in the jumping events. Personal: Born in Boston, Mass. … Son of Scherer Boyd … Nephew of Glenn Boyd … Brother of former Wildcat quarterback Shane Boyd (UK 200104), who played for the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals and Houston Texans … Major is international studies. Community Cats: Guest visitor at UK Children’s Hospital (2008, 2009) ... Participated in Read Across America (2009) and events at a children’s camp (2009), the UK Hospital Dance Blue fundraiser, the Boy Scouts and Ashlane Elementary School (2010) ... Visited patients at Birmingham Children’s Hospital (2011). Aaron says … Favorite home-cooked meal is: anything my family cooks … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: my brother Shane … My ideal vacation spot is: Europe … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he is like an uncle to me … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: traveling the world.

KORY BROWN Safety, 6-0, 208, So-JC Moncks Corner, S.C. (Berkeley/East Central Community College)

Boyd Career Statistics Year 2008 2010 2011 Totals

Position Wide Rec. Wide Rec. Wide Rec.

G-GS 11-1 4-0 3-0 18-1

Rec. 5 0 1 6

Yds. 46 0 5 51

Avg. 9.2 0 5.0 8.5

TD 0 0 0 0

Long 16 0 5 16

Transferred to Kentucky in January ... Redshirted a year in junior college, so he has three seasons of eligibility ... Will get a first look at the hybrid safety/linebacker position, where his speed and physical play are a good combination. Junior College: Spent two years at East Central Community College in Decatur, Miss. ... Played four games at safety as a freshman until sustaining a knee injury … During those four games he made 26 tackles, caused two fumbles and intercepted a pass … Redshirted as a sophomore ... The nation’s No. 69 junior-college player as ranked by 24/7 Sports, also the No. 11 juco player in Mississippi and the nation’s No. 3 safety … Coached by Brian Anderson … “Kory’s physical nature stands out,” Anderson said. “He gets off blocks well and is a big hitter. He’s also a quality young man of the finest character.” High School: Three-year starter played cornerback and safety at Berkeley HS in Moncks Corner, S.C. … An all-region pick as a senior … Helped Berkeley to three strong runs in the state playoffs, including a state semifinal appearance his junior year and quarterfinal berths as a sophomore and senior … Played for the winning South team in the South Carolina North-

TYLER BRAUSE Linebacker, 6-4, 241, So-1L Sycamore, Ohio (Wynford) R

SEC Academic Honor Roll (2011)

Opens the spring as the backup middle linebacker ... Came to Kentucky as a quarterback, he moved to linebacker midway through the 2010 season ... Has good size and his QB background is an obvious asset in understanding offensive schemes ... Mentally tough, physical player. 2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in 11 games, mostly on special teams. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirt season ... Offensive Scout Team Player of the 21

… One of the nation’s top 40 running backs by Rivals.com and in the top 50 backs by Scout.com … Rushed for 1,611 yards and 17 touchdowns senior season at Grady (Ga.) High School … Helped lead Grady to an 11-2 record and the quarterfinals of the Class AAA state playoffs … Second-team allstate for Class AAA by the Georgia Sports Writers Association … Honorablemention all-state by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution … Has been timed under 4.5 seconds in the 40-yard dash … Was invited to three postseason all-star games but did not participate … Coached by Ronnie Millen … Participated in the 200- and 400-meter dashes for the track team and also ran in the relays … Received the school’s scholar-athlete award … Member of the French Club and Earth Club. Personal: Born in Atlanta … Son of Arthur and Michelle Caffey … Major is undeclared.

South All-Star Game following his senior season … Coached by Jerry Brown … Berkeley’s defensive coordinator, Ed Moore, said, “Kory was the most instinctive player I’ve ever coached, always at the right place at the right time. He’s a very physical player, very good in run support as well as pass coverage. He’s also a great young man.” … In addition to football, participated in basketball, baseball, wrestling and track and field in high school … Advanced to the state meet in the high jump his senior year and had a best leap of six feet, four inches. Personal: Born in Philadelphia, Pa. ... Son of Stella McKelvey ... Major is undecided but he hopes to go into coaching or teaching ... Comes from an athletic family … An older brother, Omar, played football at Marshall … Another brother, Evan McKelvey, currently plays at Marshall … A cousin J.J. McKelvey, played at Clemson and is now playing arena football … Kory enjoys community service and has helped coach children in youth league sports.

JOSH CLEMONS KYLE BUDDE

Tailback, 5-10, 205, So-1L Fayetteville, Ga. (Whitewater)

Long Snapper, 6-6, 225, So-Sq Mason, Ohio (Princeton)

Begins the spring bracketed with Kelly Mason for the No. 1 long snapper job ... Playing as both a placekick and punt snapper … Has strong work ethic and has shown steady improvement … Has the athleticism to be an asset in punt coverage ... Came out for the team in spring 2011.

Will sit out the contact portions of spring practice while he rehabilitates an injured knee ... Should be fully ready when practice resumes in August ... Showed a good combination of speed, strength and moves as a true freshman ... Was leading the team in rushing when he was sidelined.

2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Practiced with the squad during his first season with the team. 2010 (Freshman): Did not play football. High School: Two-year letterwinner and starter at Princeton High School in Cincinnati, Ohio … Played tight end, defensive end and long snapper for the Vikings … Coached by Bill Leach … Also was a strong basketball player, lettering two years as a forward … Helped the team to the state finals in 2009 when they finished as state runners-up … Awarded to the Student Leadership Team in 2010 and a member of the Key Club. Personal: Born in Cincinnati, Ohio … Son of Richard and Colleen Budde … Plans on a major in business. Kyle says … Favorite college course so far is: Philosophy 130 … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Jerry Rice … The coolest thing about being at UK is: the Greek life is fun, football and basketball games, and Keeneland … The one thing I like most about football is: feeling on gameday when all of your hard work pays off … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he is easy to talk to and can relate.

2011 (Freshman): Played in the first six games, starting three, before incurring a season-ending injury at South Carolina ... Was leading the team in rushing with 279 yards when he was sidelined ... Both of his touchdowns were game-winners ... Scored UK’s first touchdown of the season, a 14-yard run that was the go-ahead score in the victory over WKU ... Top game was in the win over Central MIchigan, when he rushed 14 times for 126 yards ... Had an 87-yard touchdown run that broke a tie and put the Wildcats ahead for good ... The 87-yarder was the longest by a Wildcat since 1970, the fourth-longest in UK history, the longest ever by a UK freshman and the longest in Commonwealth Stadium history ... Named SEC Co-Freshman of the Week for that performance ... Rushed for 69 yards at LSU, one of the nation’s top defenses. High School: State Offensive Player of the Year in Class AAAA by the Georgia Sports Writers Association and Atlanta Journal-Constitution … Also first-team all-state in Class AAAA by both of those selectors … Rushed for 2,003 yards and 25 touchdowns, averaging 8.3 yards per carry, as a senior at Whitewater High School in Fayetteville, Ga. … Set the single-season school rushing record with his 2,003-yard performance … Team went 9-3 senior year, going to the second round of the state playoffs … Also topped the 1,000-yard mark his junior season with 15 TDs … Set the school career rushing record with 3,585 yards and 40 touchdowns … Two-year member of the all-county team … Played in the Georgia North-South All-Star Game as a senior … Has been timed under 4.5 seconds in the 40-yard dash … Coached by Amos McCreary … “Josh runs low, can run around you or over you,” McCreary said. “He’s a great kid and a great student.” … Four-year member of the track team … Competed in a unique combination of events, the shot put, 100-meter dash and 4x100-meter relay … Finished fifth in the state in the shot put as a senior … Member of the Future Business Leaders of America … Honor-roll student. Personal: Born in Athens, Ga. … Son of Charlie and Wanda Clemons … Charlie played in the National Football League for St. Louis, Houston and

MARCUS CAFFEY Cornerback, 5-11, 201, Fr-RS Atlanta, Ga. (Grady) His position change will be one of the most-watched items of spring practice ... Stuck in a numbers logjam at tailback, coaches have moved him to cornerback in an effort to get this talented prospect on the field ... Gained more than 10 pounds during his redshirt year. 2011 (Freshman): Redshirted as a tailback. High School: Running back who has nice combination of speed and power 22

SEC Co-Freshman of the Week vs. Central Michigan (2011)

vs. Florida at LSU at South Carolina vs. Jacksonville St. vs. Miss. State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee Totals

New Orleans … Josh’s cousin, Chris Clemons, has played for four NFL teams, currently for Seattle … Another cousin, Nick Clemons, played football at the University of Georgia … Considering a major in kinesiology.

Clemons Career Statistics Year 2011

Pos. Att. Tailback 65

Yds. 279

Avg. 4.3

TD 2

Long Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Long 87 4 53 13.2 0 38

Clemons Game-by-Game Statistics 2011 Opponent at Western Kentucky vs. Central Michigan vs. Louisville

Att. 11 14 12

Yds. 39 126 28

TD 1 1 0

Rec. 0 0 2

Yds. 0 0 40

TD 0 0 0

3 21 4

7 69 10

0 0 0

279

1 0 1 INJ INJ INJ INJ INJ INJ 4

9 0 4

0 0 0

BOOKIE COBBINS Wide Receiver, 6-0, 191, Fr-RS New Orleans, La. (McDonogh 35) Will move from quarterback to wide receiver in the spring in order to help get his speedy talents on the field ... Showed playmaking ability during his redshirt season ... Could still see some action at quarterback. 2011 (Freshman): Redshirted at quarterback. High School: Combines a strong passing arm with excellent athletic ability … The nation’s No. 26 dual-threat quarterback and the No. 28 overall prospect in Louisiana by Rivals.com … Played at McDonogh 35 High School in New Orleans … Played four games his senior year before sustaining a season-ending injury … Accounted for 10 passing and rushing touchdowns in the four games … Had a big junior season, throwing for 1,308 and 15 touchdowns while running for 266 yards and seven TDs … Named All-Metro New Orleans as a junior … Invited to three all-star games following his senior season but was unable to attend while recovering from his injury … Outstanding physical tools include running the 40-yard dash in 4.4 seconds, a 315-pound bench press and 38-inch vertical jump … Coached by Wayne Reese … “Bookie is a player who wants to excel at the highest level,” Reese said. “He combines natural athletic ability with working hard and being coachable.” … Fine track athlete who ran in the 200-meter dash and three relay events … His 4x400-meter relay won the state indoor championship his junior and senior year … Honor-roll student. Personal: Name is pronounced “BOO-kee,” rhymes with “Pookie” … Born in New Orleans … Son of Angela Cobbins … Has two brothers playing college football, Carl at Grambling and Cornell at Arkansas Baptist.

JOSH CLEMONS

MISTER COBBLE Defensive Tackle, 6-0, 331, Jr-1L Louisville, Ky. (Central) R

UK Most Valuable Defensive Scout Team Player by UK coaches (2009)

Returning starter at defensive tackle ... Should continue to improve with a year of experience ... Has shown a good combination of strength and quick feet that enable him to penetrate the backfield ... Has played in 13 games, including nine starts. 2011 (Sophomore): Played in all 12 games, starting the final nine ... Led UK’s defensive linemen with 33 tackles, including a career high of five vs. Louisville and LSU ... Made three tackles for loss during the season, 23

including a sack at Georgia ... Also credited with a couple of quarterback hurries. 2010 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in one game, the BBVA Compass Bowl, and made one tackle ... Defensive Scout Team Player of the Week for the Florida game. 2009 (Freshman): Redshirted ... Named team’s Most Valuable Defensive Scout Team Player as selected by the UK coaching staff. High School: Two-year first-team all-state honoree at defensive tackle … Helped spearhead an outstanding defense that led Central High School of Louisville to back-to-back Class AAA state championships … Dominant presence who often commanded double teams … Made 89 tackles his senior season, highlighted by 25 tackles for loss, and returned a fumble for a touchdown … First-team all-state as a junior and senior by The Associated Press and the Louisville Courier-Journal … Named to the Lexington HeraldLeader “Class of the Commonwealth” listing of the state’s top-22 seniors … Made more than 100 tackles his junior and sophomore years … Was named District Most Valuable Player as a junior … Four-year starter in the offensive line as a center and guard … Team Most Valuable Player two years … Played for the winning West team in the Kentucky East-West All-Star Game … The No. 6 prospect in Kentucky as chosen by SuperPrep … Coached by Ty Scroggins … “Mister works hard and will be an outstandingplayer in college,” Scroggins said … Also participated in wrestling, an all-state performer in that sport. Personal: Born in Louisville, Ky. … Son of Cassandra Cobble … Mister is a cousin of former UK quarterback Andre’ Woodson … Major is community communications and leadership development. Mister says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: the Hulk

CHRISTIAN COLEMAN

… If I could talk to anyone on Skype it would be: Jesus … The coolest thing about being at UK is: how widespread the fan base is … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he is easy to talk to … What I like about my position coach David Turner is: he has a lot of positive energy.

Cobble Career Statistics Year Position G-GS 2010 Def. Tackle 1-0 2011 Def. Tackle 12-9 Totals 13-9

Tackles 1 33 34

Sacks-Yds. TFL-Yds. 0 0 1-3 3-10 1-3 3-10

FC 0 0 0

FR 0 0 0

PBU 0 0 0

Cobble Game-by-Game Statistics 2011 Opponent at Western Kentucky vs. Central Michigan vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at USC vs. Jacksonville State vs. Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee Totals

Tackles Sacks-Yds. TFL-Yds. 0 0-0 0-0 4 0-0 0-0 5 0-0 0-0 3 0-0 0.5-2 5 0-0 0-0 1 0-0 0-0 2 0-0 0-0 3 0-0 0-0 4 0-0 0.5-1 0 0-0 0-0 4 1-3 1-3 2 0-0 1-4 33 1-3 3-10

FC 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FR 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

PBU 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

CHRISTIAN COLEMAN Defensive Tackle, 6-3, 288, So-1L Milan, Tenn. (Milan) Will push the starting tackles for their positions during the spring ... Showed an impressive ability to find his way to the ballcarrier during his freshman season ... Has added approximately 20 pounds in the past year, which should make him even more effective. 2011 (Freshman): Played in all 12 games, starting two when Donte Rumph was injured ... Totaled 21 tackles, featuring a season best of three against WKU, Florida, LSU, Ole Miss and Vanderbilt ... Shared a tackle for loss vs. Ole Miss ... Broke up two passes during the season. High School: Named to the Nashville Tennessean All-State “Dream Team,” covering all classifications, following his senior season … Also first-team allstate for Class AAA by the Tennessee Sports Writers Association … Outstanding final year featured 116 tackles, five quarterback sacks, two fumbles caused and two fumble recoveries … Area Defensive Player of the Year by the Jackson Sun … Named his district’s Most Outstanding Defensive Player … Missed most of his junior year because of injury … Helped Milan High School post a 40-5 record over his last three seasons, including two trips to the finals of the state playoffs … Three-year starter in the defensive line and also played occasionally at tight end … Turned in a monster performance in the Tennessee East-West All-Star Game and was named Defensive Most Valuable Player for the West squad … Collected four quarterback sacks, made eight total tackles and caused a fumble against an offensive line that had four Division I signees … A defensive end who could grow into a defensive tackle in college … The No. 14 prospect in Tennessee 24

school …Honor-roll student. Personal: Born in Gadsden, Ala. … Son of Linda Lindsey and Daryl Collins Sr. … Has two cousins, Dre Kirkpatrick and Jerrell Harris, who currently play football at Alabama … Considering a major in physical therapy.

by Rivals.com … Scout.com tabbed him as the nation’s No. 88 offensive tackle … Was a teammate of current Wildcat Avery Williamson … Coached by Jeff Morris … “Christian was a one-man wrecking crew,” Morris said. “He has great talent and great intelligence. He’s large and explosive, with a knack for recognizing formations and stance.” … Four-year letterman in baseball as a third baseman, first baseman and pitcher … Set the school home-run records for a single season (15 HR) and career (27) … Honors graduate … Member of the Spanish Club and Math Club. Personal: Born in Washington, D.C. … Son of Alton and Vicki Coleman … Considering a major in physical therapy.

GABE CORRELL Tight End, 6-5, 240, Sr-2L Cincinnati, Ohio (Anderson/Fork Union Military Academy)

Coleman Career Statistics Year Position 2011 Def. Tackle

G-GS Tackles Sacks-Yds. 12-2 21 0

TFL-Yds. 0.5-0

FC 0

FR 0

Sees considerable action on special teams ... Also provides veteran depth at tight end ... Has played in 27 games ... A third-generation Wildcat ... His grandfather, Ray Correll, played at UK from 1951-53, was a first-team AllAmerican, and is a retired-jersey honoree ... His father, Steve, was a Wildcat in the 1970s.

PBU 2

Coleman Game-by-Game Statistics 2011 Opponent at Western Kentucky vs. Central Michigan vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at USC vs. Jacksonville State vs. Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee Totals

Tackles Sacks-Yds. TFL-Yds. 3 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 0 0-0 0-0 3 0-0 0-0 3 0-0 0-0 1 0-0 0-0 1 0-0 0-0 1 0-0 0-0 3 0-0 0.5-0 3 0-0 0-0 2 0-0 0-0 1 0-0 0-0 21 0-0 0.5-0

FC 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FR 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

PBU 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 2

2011 (Junior): Played in all 12 games ... Made four tackles in kick coverage. 2010 (Sophomore): Performed well for UK on special teams, playing in 12 games … Had six tackles on the year, including two solo stops. 2009 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in three games ... Caught a 15-yard pass in the win vs. Miami (Ohio) ... Offensive Scout Team Player of the Week twice during the season. 2008 (Freshman): Redshirted ... Offensive Scout Team Player of the Week in preparation for the UK win over Norfolk State. Prep School: Played the 2007 season at Fork Union (Va.) Military Academy

GABE CORRELL

DARYL COLLINS Wide Receiver, 5-11, 202, Fr-RS Gadsden, Ala. (Gadsden City) Was expected to be part of the wide receiver rotation as a true freshman when he incurred an injury just before the season opener ... Has recovered and is eager to resume the hunt for playing time in the spring ... Has a good combination of speed, hands and moves. 2011 (Freshman): Redshirted with a knee injury. High School: Offensive versatility is the hallmark of this prospect … Played wide receiver, tailback, quarterback and also returned kicks for Gadsden City High School … Participating in Class AAAAAA, the largest classification in Alabama, he helped Gadsden City to the state playoff quarterfinals as a senior and the state semifinals as a junior … Four-year letterman, three-year starter … Named to the Birmingham News “Super Seniors” list of the top-12 seniors in Alabama … As a senior, caught 27 passes for 483 yards and four touchdowns … Snagged 14 passes for 287 yards, a 20.5-yard average, and three TDs as a junior … Played in the Alabama-Mississippi High School AllStar Game, helping Bama to the victory … The nation’s No. 62 wide receiver by Scout.com … One of the top-20 prospects in Alabama by Rivals.com … Coached by Joe Billingsley … “Daryl has excellent athletic ability and the potential to be as good as he wants,” Billingsley said. “He has excellent hands, vision and yards after the catch.” … Also played basketball in high 25

... Helped the team to a 10-2 record ... Coached by John Shuman. High School: Three-year starter at Anderson High School ... Helped lead the team to a share of the conference title as a senior ... As a senior tight end caught 11 passes for 180 yards … Against Milford made a huge impact with five catches 88 yards and a touchdown … Coached by Vince Suriano … A three-year letterman on the basketball team at power forward ... Named first team all-conference as a senior ... Named to academic honor roll ... Member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the Character Education Team. Personal: Born in Cincinnati, Ohio … Son of Steve and Lisa Correll … Gabe is a third-generation Wildcat, see above ... Major is agricultural economics ... Avid bass fisherman. Gabe says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Warren Sapp … I couldn’t live without my: fishing pole … The coolest thing about being at UK is: the family atmosphere … Something people might not know about me is: I am one of nine kids … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he brought in coaches with character and is taking the program in the right direction.

TYLER DAVENPORT Offensive Tackle, 6-5, 330, So-Sq Hodgenville, Ky. (Larue County) Expected to be limited to non-contact work in the spring as he recovers from a knee injury ... Begins the spring as the No. 2 left tackle ... Made the team in the fall of 2010 … Showed tremendous improvement during his first season … Has the size and frame to develop into a solid offensive lineman. 2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Missed the season because of an injury. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: Was a solid offensive and defensive lineman at Larue County High School, where he started and lettered for three seasons … Helped lead the Hawks to the postseason all three years, including advancing to the second round his senior season when they finished 7-5 … Received several awards during his playing days, including first team all-area, first-team allregion and honorable-mention all-state … Was named best lineman by his coaches and teammates … Coached by Rodney Armes … Was the captain for the west team in the Louisville East/West All-Star Game … An accomplished track and field thrower for Larue County as well, winning the KHSAA Indoor State Championship in shot put in 2010 … Honors in track and field include: Mason-Dixon Games Best Performance by a Male Athlete and the team award for Best Field Athlete. Personal: Born in Elizabethtown, Ky. … Parents are Terry Davenport and Rhonda Casenhiser … Grandfather Donald Davenport played college basketball at Lindsey Wilson College … Great uncle Roy Davenport also played collegiate basketball at Tennessee Tech. Community Cats: Participated in the children’s football clinic for the Birmingham Boys and Girls Club (2011). Tyler says … I couldn’t live without: my family … My ideal vacation spot is: Italy … If I could talk to anyone on Skype it would be: Chuck Norris … What I like about Coach Phillips is: that he cares about every player and wants them to be successful … What I like about my position coach Mike Summers is: that he is a good motivator and great teacher.

Correll Career Statistics Year 2009 2010 2010 Totals

Position Tight End Tight End Tight End

G-GS 3-0 12-0 12-0 27-0

Rec. 1 0 0 1

Yds. 15 0 0 15

Avg. 15.0 --15.0

TD 0 0 0 0

Long 15 --15

RASHAD CUNNINGHAM Wide Receiver, 6-4, 221, Fr-RS Mobile, Ala. (Davidson) One of several young receivers looking to crack the rotation ... Brings excellent height to the position ... Also has the size to be a physical blocker. 2011 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: Combines his great size with excellent pass-catching ability … Also has a reputation as an outstanding blocker on a team that rushed for approximately 4,000 yards in 2010 … Caught 39 passes as a senior for 555 yards and five touchdowns … Earned all-region honors … Selected Mobile Player of the Week twice by the Optimist Club … Helped Davidson High School to a 33-8 record over the last three seasons, including two trips to the semifinals of the state playoffs … Davidson competes in Class AAAAAA, the largest classification in Alabama … Junior year stats featured 11 catches for 290 yards, an eye-popping 26.4 yards per catch, with four TDs … Coached by Fred Riley … “Rashad creates matchup problems on cornerbacks because he is so tall and strong,” Riley said. “He was our deep threat. We were an option team and when opponents put extra people down in the box, we’d send him over the top. He also knows how to block with his big, physical body.” … Also a member of the basketball and track teams … Ran in the 100- and 200-meter dashes, along with the 4x100 relay … Advanced to the state meet his sophomore year in the 100 and had a best time of 10.6 seconds. Personal: Born in Mobile, Ala. … Son of Robert and Danita Cunningham … Considering a major in nursing.

ALVIN DAVIS JR. Defensive Tackle, 6-4, 259, So-1L Jesup, Ga. (Wayne County) Continues to add size and strength through his work in the weight room ... Moving from defensive end to tackle during the spring ... Could still play end if needed. 2011 (Sophomore): Played in all 12 games, most coming on special teams ... Made one tackle. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirted … Special Forces Scout Team Player of the Week for the South Carolina game. High School: Defensive end prospect best known for his athleticism … Has been timed at 4.6 in the 40-yard dash … Played as a standup defensive end/outside linebacker at Wayne County HS … Also saw action as a tight end … Projects to play on the defensive side of the ball as a collegian … Allregion as a junior and senior … Made over 100 tackles as a senior … Collected nearly 100 tackles as a junior … The nation’s No. 134 defensive end by Scout.com … Coached by Mark Daniel … “Alvin has size, range and long arms and legs,” Daniel said. “He also has very good agility for a player 26

with his height. He has a good frame and the potential to add a lot of strength in college. He’s also very aggressive and loves contact.” … Also a standout basketball player, earning all-region honors … Member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes … Graduated with honors. Personal: Born in Fellsmere, Fla. … Son of Alvin Davis Sr. and Arrika Davis … Alvin Jr. is a cousin of Mardy Gilyard, who played at the University of Cincinnati and is now with the St. Louis Rams … Currently enrolled in undergraduate studies. Alvin says … Favorite college course so far is: algebra … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Ray Lewis … If I could be on any reality TV show I would choose: Who’s Line is it Anyway … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he’s a laid-back guy who gets along with all his players and tries to help any way he can … What I like about my position coach David Turner is: he’s like a father away from home.

Delic Career Statistics

Davis Career Statistics

2011 (Freshman): Played in all 12 games as a reserve safety and on special teams ... Played a good amount of time in the secondary as a nickelback ... Made four tackles ... Made a quarterback sack on a safety blitz. High School: First-team all-state in Alabama Class AAAAA by the Alabama Sports Writers Association … One of the nation’s top-60 cornerbacks as listed by Scout.com and Rivals.com … Also the No. 32 prospect in Alabama by Rivals … Played at Vigor High School in Prichard, Ala. … Senior year stats featured 89 tackles, including two quarterback sacks and seven additional tackles for loss, 21 quarterback pressures, eight pass breakups, four fumbles caused, two fumble recoveries and one interception … Helped Vigor to a 15-0 season and state championship his sophomore season … A defensive back and linebacker in high school, he could play corner or safety in the collegiate ranks … Three-year starter … Two-year member of the AllMetro Mobile Team … Twice named the Mobile area Player of the Week by the Optimist Club … Played for the winning ‘Bama team in the AlabamaMississippi High School All-Star Game … Coached by Kerry Stevenson … “Eric is a great football player and is an even better person than he is a player,” Stevenson said. “He has a great attitude and a work ethic that is second to none.” … Three-year starter in basketball … Made the all-district team … Excellent singer who was a member of the school chorus and made several public appearances. Personal: Born in Mobile, Ala. … Son of Valerie Dixon … Considering a major in engineering or education.

Year 2011

Position Def. End

G-GS Tackles Sacks-Yds. 12-0 1 0

TFL-Yds. 0

FC 0

FR 0

Year 2010

Position Def. End

G-GS Tackles Sacks-Yds. 8-0 5 1.5-13

TFL-Yds. 1.5-13

FC 1

FR 0

PBU 0

ERIC DIXON Cornerback, 5-11, 184, So-1L Mobile, Ala. (Vigor) Moves from safety to cornerback in the spring ... Following the graduation of both starting corners, has a chance to earn a starting role ... Earned immediate playing time as a true freshman, showing an aptitude for the defense.

PBU 0

NERMIN DELIC Defensive Tackle, 6-5. 280, So-1L Dalton, Ga. (Northwest Whitfield) Returned to UK in January after sitting out the fall semester while recovering from injuries ... Stayed in excellent shape and coaches are moving him from defensive end to tackle ... Earned playing time as a true freshman in 2010, an impressive feat for a defensive lineman ... Has good strength and shown pass-rush ability. 2011 (Sophomore): Not enrolled in school ... Used as a redshirt season. 2010 (Freshman): Played well in limited snaps on the defensive line, playing in eight games … Recorded five tackles ... Had a quarterback sack that caused a fumble (recovered by UK) in the Vanderbilt game ... Shared a sack with Taylor Wyndham vs. Akron. High School: First-team all-state defensive lineman in Georgia Class AAAA by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution … Collected 79 tackles, eight quarterback sacks, seven additional tackles for loss, three fumble recoveries and two blocked punts, one of which was returned for a touchdown during his senior season at Northwest Whitfield HS … Caught four passes for 55 yards and two touchdowns … Graded out at 86 percent as a blocker, an outstanding mark … Region 7 Defensive Player of the Year … Named All-North Georgia by the Chattanooga Times-Free Press … Helped team to a winning record each season and a pair of state playoff appearances … Team captain who received the Bruin Award as the team’s most valuable player …Listed as the nation’s No. 26 tight end by ESPN.com and one of the nation’s top-50 tight ends by Scout.com … “Shows good hands,” according to MaxPreps.com recruiting analyst Tom Lemming, “and has already developed into an outstanding blocker.” … Coached by Mike Falleur … “What separates Nermin is his toughness,” Falleur said. “He’s very tough, does whatever he needs to do on the field. He runs well and changes directions well for a big kid. The sky will be the limit for him when he concentrates on football.” … Played forward and center in basketball, garnering second-team all-area honors … Honor-roll student. Personal: Born in Bosnia, his family moved to the United States when he was six years old … Son of Edin and Hana Delic… Last name is pronounced “DELL-ic” … Considering a major in sports medicine.

Dixon Career Statistics Year 2011

Position Safety

G-GS Tackles 12-0 4

Int.-Yds. 0

PBU 0

FR 0

FC 0

MIKE DOUGLAS Defensive End, 6-4, 269, So-1L Largo, Fla. (Largo) Enters the spring as a second-team end behind senior Collins Ukwu ... Hard worker in the weight room, he has had a good offseason and added approximately 20 pounds in the last year ... Physical development is catching up to his excellent athleticism ... Injuries forced him into action last season and he responded well. 2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in the last nine games, starting three ... Made 16 tackles ... Best game came at South Carolina, when he had three tackles, including two for loss and a quarterback sack ... Had season highs of 27

four tackles at Vanderbilt and Georgia ... Also caused a fumble against the Bulldogs that was recovered by UK. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirted … Defensive Scout Team Player of the Week for the Vanderbilt game. High School: Defensive line prospect with good athleticism … Three-year starter who played defensive end, middle linebacker, tight end and fullback at Largo (Fla.) HS … Has been timed as fast as 4.6 seconds in the 40-yard dash … Made 75 tackles his senior season with five quarterback sacks … Also caught 17 passes for 320 yards and two touchdowns … Named allconference, all-county and all-district his senior season … Helped Largo to Class AAAA state playoff appearances each year … Team reached the state semifinals his sophomore and junior seasons, winning 12 and 13 games, respectively … Played in the Pinellas County North-South All-Star Game and was called “the top prospect in this game, and the recent Kentucky commitment had a strong performance. He gets off the ball well and has good speed off the edge,” wrote recruiting analyst Jamie Newburg of Rivals.com … The nation’s No. 70 defensive end as rated by Scout.com … Coached by Rick Rodriguez … “Mike has a great football demeanor,” Rodriguez said. “He’s an intense player, plays with a lot of passion, and is physical.” … Also participated in basketball and track and field … Competed in the shot put and discus throw … Finished fourth in the state in the shot put as a senior … Member of the “5,000 Role Models” organization, the honor roll and Dean’s List. Personal: Born in New Haven, Conn. … Son of Charlene Evans … Comes from an athletic family … His grandfather, Charles Evans, played football at Virginia State … A great uncle, Richard Evans, played football and basketball at Virginia State … Another great uncle, Robert Evans, played Negro League baseball with the Raleigh Tigers … Mike has a major in management. Community Cats: Participated in events at Cardinal Valley Elementary and Northern Elementary and Read Across America (2011). Michael says … Favorite college course so far is: Com 281 small group communication … The one thing I like most about football is: the feeling after winning a big game … Something people might not know about me is: I like to cook for my mom and grandmother when I go home … What I like about Coach Phillips is: his passion for us to win … What I like about my position coach David Turner is: he treats us like family.

Park, moving into a starting role as a senior… Named to the all-district team as senior… Earned letters in baseball, archery and swimming … Pitched and played first base on PRP’s 2008 state championship team… Won district and region titles in archery as a senior. Personal: Born in Louisville, Ky. … Son of Michael and Cheryl Duff … Major is management. Steven says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Johnny Unitas … The coolest thing about being at UK is: that there’s so many different kinds of people to meet … Something people might not know about me is: I love to cook and hope to open my own restaurant one day … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he is an approachable coach. He talks to all the players not just a select few … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: back home taking over my father’s plumbing business.

ALVIN DUPREE Linebacker, 6-4, 247, So-1L Irwinton, Ga. (Wilkinson County) Enters the spring as the starter at hybrid linebacker/end ... Displayed enormous potential as a true freshman ... Showed a combination of outstanding athleticism and big-play ability. 2011 (Freshman): Played in all 12 games, starting the last three ... Made 21 tackles, 14 of which came in his three starting assignments ... High of five tackles came at Vanderbilt and Georgia ... Had 2.5 quarterback sacks, one vs. Ole Miss and VU, plus a shared sack in the win over Tennessee ... Added two pass breakups and a fumble recovery. High School: First-team all-state as a senior as chosen by the Georgia Sports Writers Association and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution … Four-year starter at tight end and three-year starter at defensive end … Has the athletic ability to play either side of the ball in college … Had more than 1,000 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns as a senior, along with 62 tackles and 10 quarterback sacks … Starred at Wilkinson County High School in Irwinton, Ga. … Team went 11-3 his senior year and 10-4 as a sophomore, advancing to the Class A state semifinals each season … One of the nation’s top 50 tight ends by Scout.com … Coached by Jeb Stewart … “Alvin has a great work ethic,” Stewart said. “He’s a great leader, verbally and by his actions. When he gets to college and concentrates on one sport, he’s going to really blossom.” … Also a basketball standout, helped lead Wilkinson County to the Class A state championship his senior year … Named to the All-Middle Georgia Team … Member of the Future Business Leaders of America … Honor-roll student. Personal: Born in Macon, Ga. … Son of Sophia Stephens and Alvin Dupree Sr. … Considering a major in engineering.

Douglas Career Statistics Year 2011

Position Def. End

G-GS Tackles Sacks-Yds. 9-3 16 1-10

TFL-Yds. 2-12

FC 1

FR 0

PBU 0

STEVEN DUFF Offensive Guard, 6-0, 331, Jr-Sq Louisville, Ky. (Pleasure Ridge Park) R

SEC Academic Honor Roll (2010, 2011)

Can play either guard position ... Came out for the squad in the fall of 2009 … Impressed the coaches with his attitude and leadership abilities ... Good student who has been on the SEC Academic Honor Roll. 2011 (Sophomore): Continued to practice with the team. 2010 (Redshirt Freshman): Continued to practice with the team. 2009 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: Three-year letterman on the offensive line for Pleasure Ridge

Dupree Career Statistics Year 2011

Position Def. End

G-GS Tackles Sacks-Yds. 12-3 21 2.5-14

TFL-Yds. 2.5-14

FC 0

FR 1

PBU 2

FR 0 0 0

FC 0 0 0

Dupree Game-by-Game Statistics

2011 Opponent at Western Kentucky vs. Central Michigan vs. Louisville 28

Tackles 2 0 0

TFL-Yds. 0-0 0-0 0-0

Sacks-Yds. PBU 0-0 0 0-0 0 0-0 0

vs. Florida at LSU at USC vs. Jacksonville State vs. Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee Totals

1 0 0 3 0 1 5 5 4 21

0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 1-1 1-9 0-0 0.5-4 2.5-14

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 2

0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

GLENN FAULKNER Safety, 6-2, 186, So-1L East St. Louis, Ill. (East St. Louis) Begins the spring as the backup behind senior safety Martavius Neloms ... Looking to earn playing time in the secondary after seeing most of his playing time on special teams as a freshman. 2011 (Freshman): Playd in 11 games on special teams, making one tackle. High School: The No. 1 prospect in Illinois as evaluated by Rivals.com … Also the No. 8 safety and overall No. 128 player in the nation by Rivals … One of the nation’s top-300 players by Scout.com … Totaled 63 tackles and three interceptions as a senior for East St. Louis (Ill.) High School … Made 60 tackles and four interceptions, returning two for touchdowns, as a junior … Also had two kickoff returns for touchdowns during his career … Named allconference and All-Metro St. Louis as a senior … Received the Larry Hughes Award as an outstanding player in the St. Louis area … Played for the Class AAAAAAA state championship team as a sophomore with a 13-1 record … In his senior year, East St. Louis was 11-0 and ranked No. 1 in the state when forced to leave the playoffs because of an ineligible player … Played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl, only the second future Wildcat to do so … Coached by Darren Sunkett … “Glenn is a very rangy free safety, covers a lot of ground from sideline to sideline,” Sunkett said. “He has a natural instinct for being around the ball.” … An all-district honoree in basketball … Competed in the high jump and long jump for the track team, which won the state championship his freshman year. Personal: Born in East St. Louis, Ill. … Son of Karen Stewart … Considering a sports medicine curriculum.

TEVEN EATMON-NARED Offensive Guard, 6-7, 342, So-Sq Bucyrus, Ohio (Wynford) Moves from tackle to guard for the spring ... Will battle Zach West for the starting role at left guard ... Moved to the offensive line after coming to UK as a tight end ... Combines great size and athleticism ... Has displayed a quality work ethic. 2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Continued to practice with the team. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirt season. High School: First-team all-state tight end for Ohio Division VI as selected by The Associated Press … Has the athletic ability to play tight end and the size to be an offensive lineman in the collegiate ranks … Helped lead Wynford to a 12-1 record and third round of the state playoffs as a senior … Caught 10 passes during his senior season, seven of which went for touchdowns, including a 73-yard TD play … As a defensive tackle, totaled 45 tackles, five tackles for loss and one quarterback sack as a senior … Northwest District Lineman of the Year … Also did some placekicking … Four-year letterman … Coached by Travis Moyer … “Teven brings a combination of size and skill,” Moyer said. “At 6-7, 280 (pounds), he’s still growing and has a physical presence. He has great athletic ability and could play multiple positions.” … Teammate of current Wildcat Tyler Brause … The No. 128 overall prospect in the six-state Midwest region by SuperPrep … Listed as the nation’s No. 62 offensive tackle prospect by ESPN.com … Played center for the basketball team … Competed in the shot put and discus throw for the track and field team … Advanced to the state meet in both events as a senior … Set the school record in the shot put … Honor-roll student. Personal: Born in Mansfield, Ohio … Son of Regina Ross … Teven’s first name rhymes with “seven” … Last name pronounced “EET-mon NAR-id” … Major is family science. Teven says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: the quarterback … I couldn’t live without my: family … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he’s a good man overall, a coach on the field but a down to earth good man to talk to off the field … What I like about my position coach Mike Summers is: coach loves the game and wants the team to be great …If I weren’t playing football, I would be: probably at home sitting on the couch wishing I was.

Faulkner Career Statistics Year 2011

Position Safety

G-GS Tackles 11-0 1

Int.-Yds. 0

PBU 0

FR 0

FC 0

E.J. FIELDS Wide Receiver, 6-1, 199, Sr-2L Frankfort, Ky. (Frankfort) Earned his first signicant playing time at wide receiver last season and his goal is to get more in the coming campaign ... Has been a major contributor on special teams, especially in kick coverage, the last two seasons ... Injuries sidelined him his first two years at UK ... Has played in 21 games, starting one. 2011 (Junior): Played in 10 games, including one start ... Caught 10 passes for 89 yards and one touchdown ... Career-best game came vs. Louisville when he caught seven passes for 57 yards and a TD ... Started and earned game captain role vs. Florida. 2010 (Sophomore): Played in 11 games … One of the top performers on special teams with eight tackles in kick coverage. 2009 (Redshirt Freshman): Sustained a foot injury in August and missed the season. 2008 (Freshman): Redshirted ... Named Scout Team Player of the Week once during the season. High School: All-around athlete who starred on offense and defense in football and won state championships in track … Played quarterback and 29

Community Cats: Participated in an event at Ashland Elementary (2010). E.J. says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Walter Payton … My ideal vacation spot is: Winter Cabin … The one thing I like most about football is: brotherhood … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: a full-time student.

cornerback at Frankfort (Ky.) HS and has been projected as a wide receiver or DB on the collegiate level … Led team to an 11-3 record and a spot in the state semifinals his senior season … Had eight interceptions as a senior, adding eight pass breakups, 59 tackles, and five tackles for loss … At quarterback, he ran for 1,023 yards and 19 touchdowns … Also passed for 373 yards and five scores … First-team all-state by the Louisville CourierJournal … Named to the Lexington Herald-Leader “Class of the Commonwealth” and the “Kentucky Tremendous 26” listings of the top seniors in the state … Ran for 1,147 yards and 14 touchdowns as a junior, earning all-county and all-district honors … Career totals feature 2,677 rushing yards and 39 TDs … On defense, he totaled nine interceptions and 190 tackles … Coached by Craig Foley … Played for the winning West team in the Kentucky East-West All-Star Game … Has been timed at 4.41 seconds in the 40-yard dash … The No. 4 prospect in Kentucky by Rivals.com, which also lists him as the nation’s No. 63 all-purpose athlete … The nation’s No. 45 safety according to Scout.com … Participated in basketball and track … A three-year state champion in the 400-meter dash … Added the 200-meter state championship as a senior … Also competed in the 100-meter dash … Best times included 10.65 seconds in the 100, 22.1 in the 200, and 48.7 in the 400. Personal: Born in Dayton, Ohio … Son of Ed and Sandra Fields … Cousin of Chris Brown, who played for the NFL’s Tennessee Titans and the Houston Texans … Major is career and technical education.

Fields Career Statistics Year 2010 2011 Totals

Position Wide Receiver Wide Receiver

G-GS 11-0 10-1 21-1

Rec. 0 10 10

Yds. 0 89 89

Avg. -8.9 8.9

TD 0 1 1

Long -16 16

JOSH FORREST Safety, 6-3, 226, Fr-RS Paducah, Ky. (Tilghman) Moved to the hybrid safety/linebacker last fall at mid-season after having begun the season as a wide receiver ... The hybrid role places a premium on his combination of size and athleticism. 2011 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: First-team all-state as a senior by the Louisville CourierJournal … Also named to the Lexington Herald-Leader “Class of the Commonwealth” listing of the top-22 players in Kentucky … Won three regional player of the year awards … Dual-threat ability showed on both offense and defense … At wide receiver, caught 46 passes for 855 yards and 14 touchdowns as a senior … As a defensive back, he picked off seven passes during his senior season and returned three for touchdowns … Also had an 85-yard fumble return for a TD … Gifted athlete who was a star in both football and basketball … A long-time basketball standout, he began playing football as a junior and excelled immediately … Earned honorablemention all-state honors in his first year in football, an indication of his quick aptitude for the sport, while helping lead Tilghman High School to the Class AAA state championship … Intercepted three passes in the state championship game as the Tilghman defense posted a shutout … Coached by Randy Wyatt, who played at Kentucky in the mid-1990s … “The first thing about Josh is that he is such a good person – well-mannered, coachable, a quiet leader,” Wyatt said. “He’s such an athlete and a very physical player, the sky’s the limit for him.” … Honorable-mention all-state in basketball as a junior and senior, leading Tilghman to the First Region championship and a berth in the Sweet 16 state tournament during his junior year … Participated in track in the 400-meter dash and a pair of relays. Personal: Born in Paducah, Ky. … Son of Iris Horice and Tony Horice … Considering a major in business.

E.J. FIELDS

BRANDON GAINER Tailback, 5-11, 207, So-1L Miami, Fla. (Central) Got his first game action last season and wants to earn more in 2012 ... In a competitive situation with five tailbacks with game experience ... Physical back who has shown the willingness to pick up blitzes and run for tough yardage.

… Honorable-mention all-state in football by the Alabama Sportswriters Association … All-county … Named to the Anniston Star “Dandy Dozen,” covering the Northeast Alabama area … Began playing with the varsity high school team while he was in eighth grade … Missed most of his junior year because of injury … In addition to his exploits at running back, also played wide receiver, safety and defensive end during his career … Coached by Keith Howard … “Jonathan was just a ‘manimal’ for us,” Howard said. “He’s a great football player and a great athlete but an even better person. He’s an outstanding young man.” ... A state-champion performer in both track and wrestling … State track champ in three events – the 200-meter dash (senior year), 400-meter run (junior year) and also a member of the 4x400-meter relay unit that won the state title (junior year) … His team won the state championship as a junior … Also state champion in his weight class in wrestling as a junior and senior … Won a second state championship as a senior with a dramatic finish; down 7-2 with a minute and a half to go, he rallied to within 7-6, then scored a takedown in the final three seconds to win the championship as time expired … Honor-roll student. Personal: Born in Anniston, Ala. … Son of Kenneth and Janice George … Major is psychology.

2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in three games and picked up 39 rushing yards ... Best game came in the win over Jacksonville State when he rushed seven times for 33 stripes, including a long run of 11 yards. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: The nation’s No. 15 running back as evaluated by ESPN.com … Also a national top-40 back by Rivals.com and Scout.com … Rivals also listed him as the No. 52 player in Florida … Totaled more than 4,700 rushing yards, along with 37 touchdowns, during his career … Rushed for more than 1,000 yards for three-straight seasons … As a senior, helping Central High to a 12-2 record and the semifinals of the ultra-tough Florida Class 6A ranks … Earned second-team all-state honors for Class 6A as a junior and senior … Three-year starter … Two-year member of the All-Dade County team … “Combines good size with quickness and durability,” wrote Tom Lemming of MaxPreps.com … Coached by Telly Lockette … “Brandon has a great work ethic, comes early and leaves late,” Lockette said. “He is a very durable back, a hard runner who can catch the ball out of the backfield.” … Was a sprinter for the track and field team, competing in the 100-, 200- and 400meter events … A middle infielder for the baseball team … Honor-roll student … Member of the school’s role-model club. Personal: Born in Miami, Fla. … Son of Latasha Gainer … Brandon is a cousin of Chad Ochocinco of the Cincinnati Bengals … Also a cousin of Phillip Thomas, who played football at Syracuse … Major is elementary education. Brandon says … Favorite college course so far is: Oceanography … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Clinton Portis … My ideal vacation spot is: South Beach Miami … The one thing I like most about football is: I feel free when I have the ball … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: a professional entertainer.

JONATHAN GEORGE

Gainer Career Statistics Year 2011

Pos. Tailback

Att. 11

Yds. Avg. 39 3.5

TD Long 0 11

Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Long 0 0 -0 --

JONATHAN GEORGE Tailback, 5-10, 216, Jr-2L Lincoln, Ala. (Lincoln) Playing time has increased over the last two seasons, a trend he is working to continue ... Also contributes on special teams ... Has shown explosive ability and the strength to break tackles in practice. 2011 (Sophomore): Played in 11 games ... Rushed 51 times for 208 yards and two touchdowns ... Ran 10 times for 66 yards and his first collegiate touchdown in the win over Jacksonville State ... Rushed 15 times for 41 yards and a TD vs. Mississippi State ... Led team at Vanderbilt with six rushes for 46 yards. 2010 (Redshirt Freshman): Rushed the ball nine times for 25 yards, including a season-long nine-yard run … Played mostly on special teams during the season, gathering playing time in 11 games. 2009 (Freshman): Redshirted ... Offensive Scout Team Player of the Week once during the season. High School: Running back with a unique combination of athletic accomplishments … Had approximately 3,300 all-purpose yards and 26 total touchdowns as a senior at Lincoln (Ala.) High School … Including in the TD total were five kickoff returns for touchdowns and four punt returns for scores 31

2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in four games. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: First-team all-state as a senior by the High School Sports Report … Four-year starter at tight end for Bamberg-Ehrhardt High School ... On defense he started at outside linebacker as a sophomore, then moved to defensive end in his final two campaigns … Made 84 tackles as a senior, including seven quarterback sacks and 18 additional tackles for loss … Notched 67 tackles, featuring 10 sacks and 12 additional TFL his junior year … At tight end, he totaled 27 catches for 424 yards and three touchdowns over his final two seasons … Chosen for the all-area and all-region teams as a junior … BEHS went to the state playoffs each season, reaching the third round his sophomore and junior years … Head coach was Kevin Crosby … “Justin is a hard-working kid whose motor is non-stop,” said assistant coach Corey Crosby. “He’s a strong kid who won an area weightlifting championship.” … Played in the prestigious North Carolina-South Carolina All-Star Shrine Game following his senior season … One of the nation’s top100 defensive ends by Scout.com and the No. 45 weakside end as tabbed by Rivals.com … Also participated in wrestling, baseball and track in high school … Member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Personal: Born in Orangeburg, S.C. ... Son of Shirley Henderson and Allen Henderson ... Allen played college football at Wofford ... Political science major. Community Cats: Participated in the “Gameday Ready” football clinic for the Birmingham Boys and Girls Clubs (2011). Justin says … Favorite college course so far is: Dinosaurs and Disasters … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Darth Vader … The coolest thing about being at UK is: fun college campus with a lot to do … Something people might not know about me is: I like listening to classical music while I study … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: in the Marines.

Jonathan says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Barry Sanders … My ideal vacation spot is: Brazil … If I could talk to anyone on Skype it would be: God … The coolest thing about being at UK is: meeting new people … Something people might not know about me is: my nickname is: “Poochie.”

George Career Statistics Year Pos. 2010 Tailback 2011 Tailback Totals

Att. 9 51 60

Yds. Avg. 25 2.8 208 4.1 233 3.9

TD Long 0 9 2 17 2 17

Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Long 0 0 -0 -2 10 5.0 0 12 2 10 5.0 0 12

MAX GODBY Center, 6-4, 283, So-Sq Louisville, Ky. (Christian Academy of Louisville) R

SEC Academic Honor Roll (2011)

Moved from guard to center last season ... Smart player who can handle the assignments at either position ... Made the team in the fall of 2010 … A tough, fiery competitor … Also has shown ability as a long snapper for field goals and extra points. 2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Continued to practice with the team. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: Played center, defensive end and long snapper for Christian Academy of Louisville, where he was the team captain his junior and senior seasons … Centurions advanced to the state playoffs all three years, including the second round his sophomore and senior seasons … Was named all-district his junior and senior year, while also being named the team’s offensive lineman of the year … Earned the Centurion Award his senior season … Coached by John Dryden … Competed in shot put all four years of high school … Named all-region in shot put his junior and senior years … Member of the National Honor Society. Personal: Born in Brentwood, Tenn. … Parents are Jeff and Giovanna Godby … Plans on a major in communications. Community Cats: Participated in a service project at Lexington Christian Academy (2010) … Visited patients at Birmingham Children’s Hospital (2011). Max says … I couldn’t live without my: Bible … The coolest thing about being at UK is: meeting so many new people … The one thing I like most about football is: the brotherhood of our team … What I like about Coach Phillips is: his desire to see us become greater men … What I like about my position coach, Mike Summers, is: his passion for the game.

CHRISTIAN HUDNELL Cornerback, 6-0, 181, Jr-Sq Cameron Park, Calif. (Jesuit) Has the opportunity to win playing time with the graduation of both starting cornerbacks ... Got his first game action in 2010 ... Earned a spot with the Wildcats in 2009 … Impressed the coaches with his diligence and playing savvy. 2011 (Sophomore): Continued to practice with the team. 2010 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in the win over Akron and made a tackle … Scout Team Player of the Week on defense for the Akron game and on special forces for the Louisville game. 2009 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: Two-year starter at defensive back and wide receiver at Jesuit High School in Carmichael, Calif. ... Forced to sit out his senior season following knee surgery … Saw time at running back, defensive back and wide receiver in addition to handling kicking, kickoff return and punt return duties … Best game featured an interception return for a touchdown, an rushing TD, 180 all-purpose yards and six tackles … Named team’s defensive MVP two years … Earned the Coaches’ Award as a freshman … Coached by Dan Carmazzi … Earned two letters in basketball, being named that team’s defensive MVP … Member of high school track team, competing in the long jump, 200- and 400-meter dashes and two relay events … Member of the Christian Leadership Council, Feed the Hungry, Chess Club and Black Student Union.

JUSTIN HENDERSON Linebacker/Defensive End, 6-3, 242, So-1L Bamberg. S.C. (Bamberg-Ehrhardt) Enters spring drills as the No. 2 hybrid linebacker/end ... Also has seen game time at a pure end position and can play there as well ... Got his first playing time a year ago and hopes to increase it in the coming campaign ... Graduated from high school in December, 2009, and enrolled at Kentucky in January, 2010 ... Has gradually increased his weight and strength. 32

LIONEL INANZALA

Personal: Born in Sacramento, Calif. … Son of Ricardo Hudnell and Rosalind Hudnell … Major is agricultural economics … An avid musician who can play multiple instruments … Also enjoys learning languages … Comes from an athletic family … His father, Ricardo, played football at the University of Oregon under former UK coach Rich Brooks … Mother Rosalind was a professional skater and toured overseas in the production of “Holiday on Ice” … Christian’s brother, Jason Auguste, played football at Columbia University … Christian’s sister, Melanie Auguste, played basketball at Colorado College. Community Cats: Participated at the Fair Trade Festival (2009). Christian says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Bo Jackson … The coolest thing about being at UK is: that the community is big in being part of UK Athletics … The one thing I like most about football is: that it teaches me how to be stronger both physically and mentally … Something people might not know about me is: that I enjoy music and have played different musical instruments, especially the piano … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: trying to be a music writer and write music for people.

Defensive Tackle, 6-3, 273, So-Sq Louisville, Ky. (Eastern) R

Made the team in the fall of 2010 … Has worked hard in the weight room, adding approximately 15 pounds since his arrival … Great attitude and has shown some playmaking potential in practice. 2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Continued to practice with the team. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: Started two seasons for Eastern High School in Louisville, Ky., where he played defensive end and offensive tackle … Team advanced to the state quarterfinals his junior season before falling to eventually state champion Trinity … Helped the Eagles finish 11-2 his junior season … Twoyear letterman that was named all-district honorable mention his senior season … Coached by Ken Whalen … Two-year member of the honor roll. Personal: Born in the Congo … Parents are Willy Ndala and Nicole Kapapa … Plans on a major in kinesiology. Lionel says … Favorite college course so far is: psychology … I couldn’t live without: my music and my car, “Sweetness” … The one thing I like most about football is: relationship with the players … Something people might not know about me is: I live to draw … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: a regular student.

Hudnell Career Statistics Year 2010

Position Cornerback

G-GS 1-0

Tackles 1

FC 0

FR 0

SEC Academic Honor Roll (2011)

PBU 0

FARRINGTON HUGUENIN Defensive End, 6-4, 263, Fr-RS Columbia, S.C. (Dreher/North Carolina Tech)

JABARI JOHNSON

Intrigued the coaches during his redshirt season ... Showed good ability, most notably as a pass rusher ... Has worked hard in the weight room, putting on approximately 25 pounds in the past year.

Linebacker, 6-1, 255, Fr-RS Stone Mountain, Ga. (Stephenson)

2011 (Freshman): Redshirted. Prep School: Attended North Carolina Tech Preparatory Christian Academy in Charlotte for the 2010 season … Totaled an astounding 17 quarterback sacks during the season … Coached at North Carolina Tech by Tim Newman. High School: Combined excellent size with noteworthy speed as he originally signed with UK in 2010 … Has moved his 6-4 frame as fast as 4.56 seconds in the 40-yard dash and has notched consistent times below 4.7 … Started at linebacker his senior year at Dreher High School in Columbia, S.C. … Totaled 121 tackles and four sacks as a senior, along with four caused fumbles, two recoveries and a pass interception … Started at defensive end as a sophomore and junior … Notched 82 tackles and 11 sacks during junior season … Turned in an impressive performance in the summer of 2009 at the Elite 100 Camp in Charlotte, N.C. … “Has a great first step and is explosive,” wrote Mike Farrell, a recruiting analyst for Rivals.com … Coached at Dreher by Bill Bacon … Also wrestled in high school, winning a pair of tournaments in the 215-pound class … Participated for the track and field team in the 200meter dash, 4x100-meter relay, shot put and discus throw … Regional champion in the shot put as a junior … Member of the school’s Finance Club. Personal: Born in Columbia, S.C. … Son of Lawrence Huguenin and Valerie Huguenin … Last name pronounced “HUE-guh-nin” … Considering a physical therapy curriculum.

Will miss contact work during the spring because of a shoulder injury but should be ready for August ... Enrolled at Kentucky in January 2011 as a grayshirt ... Originally signed with the Wildcats in February, 2010 ... Currently stationed at middle linebacker. 2011 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: Primarily a linebacker in high school ... “May be the bestlooking kid on the hoof on a team with over 25 DI (Division I) prospects,” wrote recruiting analyst Barry Every of Rivals.com, who also tabbed Johnson as a “big-time sleeper” … Has been clocked as fast as 4.6 seconds in the 40yard dash, a terrific time for a linebacker … Also played strong safety, fullback and tight end … Three-year letterman, two-year starter … Helped Stephenson HS to an 11-1 record as a senior (2009) in Class AAAAA, the largest classification in Georgia … Totaled 76 tackles as a senior, with five quarterback sacks, eight tackles for loss, two fumbles caused and one recovery … First-team all-region … Selected for the DeKalb County All-Star Game … Coached by Ron Gartrell … “Jabari’s athletic ability is outstanding,” Gartrell said. “He has great reaction skills and really understands the game on both sides of the ball.” … Teammate of current Wildcats Raymond Sanders and Ronnie Shields … Listed as the nation’s No. 64 outside linebacker prospect by ESPN.com ... Also participated on the track and field team, competing in the 400-meter run and hurdles events. Personal: Born in Atlanta, Ga. … Name is pronounced “jah-BAR-ee” … Son of Melvin Johnson and Veronica Johnson … A cousin, Trey Buice, played football at Ball State … Major is finance. 33

Jabari says … Favorite college course so far is: philosophy … I couldn’t live without my: family … My ideal vacation spot is: China … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he is a players’ coach … What I like about my position coach Chuck Smith is: he’s down to earth.

Tried out and made the team last spring and earned playing time during the season ... Tough player who has the potential to be a very good blocker … Played linebacker at Morehead State before transferring to UK and moving to fullback.

TRISTIAN JOHNSON

2011 (Sophomore): Played in three games ... Carried the ball twice for eight yards in the win over Jacksonville State. 2010 (Redshirt Freshman): Transferred to UK but did not play football. At Morehead State: Redshirted as a linebacker during his freshman year in 2009. High School: Played halfback and linebacker at Whitley County High School, where he was a four-year starter and letterwinner … Guided team to district and regional championship his senior year when the team finished 12-2 … Led the Colonels in rushing touchdowns and all-purpose yards his junior season, while he had a record-breaking senior season with 158 rushing attempts for 1,174 yards, 28 touchdowns and 186 total points scored … Also impressive defensively with 131 tackles, including 101 solo tackles and five forced fumbles … Blocked six kicks during his senior year … Best game of his career came against Woodford County, when he rushed 16 times for 139 yards and three touchdowns, while also earning an interception, a forced fumble, a blocked punt and eight tackles … Left high school with the program’s all-time record in points scored and touchdowns … Two-year captain was named all-district and all-region his junior and senior season, while also being named all-area his junior season … Coached by Jim Black … Was the Tri-County Player of the Year and started the Border Bowl AllStar and East/West All-Star games … Played centerfield for the baseball team for four years, setting a school record for stolen bases all-time and a four-year all-area performer … Honor-roll student. Personal: Born in Corbin, Ky. … Parents are Mike and Melissa Jones … Father played baseball at Loyola Marymount University … Plans a major in special education. Cody says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Emmitt Smith … The coolest thing about being at UK is: the great fan support … Something people might not know about me is: I’m a neat freak … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he’s a coach, but he also makes times to talk to his players as a friend … What I like about my position coach, Steve Pardue, is: he’s laid back, intelligent and a genuine good guy.

Defensive Tackle, 6-1, 272, Jr-2L LaGrange Ga. (LaGrange) Happy to return to the practice field after missing much of last season with a shoulder injury ... Powerful, tough competitor who plays with great intensity ... Has played in nine games. 2011 (Sophomore): Sidelind by a shoulder injury for much of the season but managed to play in two games ... Made one tackle against Florida. 2010 (Redshirt Freshman): Gave UK depth at the defensive end position, playing in seven games … Recorded a pass breakup against Akron. 2009 (Freshman): Redshirted ... Defensive Scout Team Player of the Week leading up to the upset of Auburn. High School: Two-year member of the all-area team … Racked up 97 tackles as a senior, an impressive total for a defensive end … Added 11 tackles for loss, six quarterback sacks, one caused fumble, and three fumble recoveries, including one returned for a touchdown … Notched 79 tackles, including 10 for loss, as a junior … Ranked as the nation’s No. 57 weakside defensive end by Rivals.com … Has run the 40-yard dash in 4.7 seconds, an excellent time for a defensive end, and also is noted for his quickness … Senior season featured an 11-3 record, with LaGrange advancing to the semifinals of the state playoffs … Joins the recent list of LaGrange players at Kentucky that includes former All-Southeastern Conference linebackers Wesley Woodyard and Braxton Kelley, former wide receiver DeMoreo Ford and former cornerback Randall Burden … Coached by Steve Pardue … “Tristian is a really explosive player, reminds me of Braxton Kelley,” Pardue said … A baseball outfielder who was named all-county and all-region his senior year … Team advanced to the state playoffs his senior season … Also a member of the school’s wrestling team, with a best finish of second place in the region his sophomore year. Personal: Born in Albany, Ga. … Son of Henry Johnson and Renita Johnson … Name is pronounced “TRIS-tan” ... Currently enrolled in undergraduate studies. Tristian says … Favorite college course so far: math … My ideal vacation spot is: LaGrange, GA … The one thing I like most about football is: playing for my teammates and showing folks what God gave me … What I like about my position coach, David Turner, is: what he says is what he means … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: baseball player.

Jones Career Statistics Year 2011

G-GS Tackles Sacks-Yds.TFL-Yds. 7-0 0 0 0 2-0 1 0 0 9-0 1 0 0

FC 0 0 0

Pos. Fullback

Att. 2

Yds. Avg. 8 4.0

TD Long 0 5

Rec. Yds. Avg. TD Long 0 0 -0 --

ANTHONY KENDRICK Tight End, 6-3, 250, Jr-2L Katy, Texas (Seven Lakes)

Johnson Career Statistics Year Position 2010 Defensive End 2011 Def. Tackle Totals

SEC Academic Honor Roll (2011)

FR PBU 0 1 0 0 0 1

One of five tight ends with game experience ... Made a strong move at the end of each of the last two seasons ... A high school wide receiver who made the transition to tight end ... Showed ability in the passing game and is learning the blocking techniques the position requires ... Has worked hard to gain the size needed to play tight end ... Has played in 18 games, starting two.

CODY JONES Fullback, 5-11, 209, Jr-1L Williamsburg, Ky. (Whitley County/Morehead St.) 34

needed three caches to reach 102 yards in the win over Ole Miss, including a 38-yard touchdown play and a career-long 55 yard catch that set up another TD ... Had a career-high seven catches vs. Louisville ... Had a personal-best two touchdowns in the win over Jacksonville State. 2010 (Sophomore): Third on the team in receiving with 36 catches for 478 yards and five touchdowns … Played in all 13 games, including six starts … Had a career-long 47-yard catch vs. Charleston Southern ... Three catches for a career-high 88 yards and two touchdowns vs. Georgia ... Had four receptions for 38 yards and two touchdowns in the upset of South Carolina ... Season-high five catches vs. Auburn for 49 yards. 2009 (Freshman): Played in 11 games, seeing more action as the season progressed ... Caught 10 passes for 142 yards ... Top game was four catches for 41 yards in win over Eastern Kentucky ... Biggest play of the year was a one-handed catch at Georgia, which he took to the end zone for a 21-yard touchdown, a key play in the upset of the Bulldogs. High School: Versatile athlete played quarterback, wide receiver, tight end, safety, and on special teams for North Hardin HS in Radcliff, Ky. … Started at quarterback as a senior … Named first-team all-district … Team’s most valuable player as a junior and senior … Split time between QB and wide receiver as a junior … His height presents matchup problems for many defensive backs … During his junior season, had one game in which he rushed for a touchdown, caught a touchdown pass, and threw a TD pass … The No. 7 prospect in Kentucky by Rivals.com and No. 10 by SuperPrep … Coached by Crad Jaggers and Joe Washington … “La’Rod is a tremendous athlete, a very aggressive player, and his size is something you can’t teach,” Jaggers said … Also competed in basketball and track and field … Four-year starter in basketball who earned all-district honors and led the team in rebounding and assists … Competed in the high jump and the 4x400-meter relay … An early commitment to UK and did not consider other schools. Personal: Born in Wurzberg, Germany … Son of Rodriquez and Valerie King … Rodriquez played college football … Major is community communications and leadership development. Community Cats: Participated in Read Across America (2010 and 2011). La’Rod says … Favorite college course so far: African American History Race and Sport … If I could be on any reality TV show I would choose: Jersey Shore and “Flavor of La’Rod” … Something people might not know about me is: I want to go to barber school … What I like about Coach Phillips is: I can beat him in cornhole … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: in the Army or still in college majoring in business.

2011 (Sophomore): Played in five games, including a start at Vanderbilt ... Caught three passes for 22 yards, all coming at Georgia. 2010 (Redshirt Freshman): Saw action in all 13 games, mostly on special teams until the last two games of the season ... Made his first start at Tennessee, where he made one catch for four yards … Caught two passes for 19 yards in the bowl game. 2009 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: Outstanding athlete who was a two-sport star at Seven Lakes High School in Katy, Texas … Excelled in both football and basketball, receiving Division I scholarship offers in both sports … Earned all-district honors three years for each sport … Played wide receiver in high school, he could move to tight end in college … The nation’s No. 30 tight end prospect by Rivals.com … On the Houston Chronicle list of the top-100 players in Texas … Caught 31 passes for 539 yards with nine touchdowns as a senior … Grabbed 40 passes for 689 yards and three TDs in his junior year … A big-play receiver, averaging more than 17 yards per catch each of his last two seasons … Noted as a receiver with great hands, not surprising given his proficiency in basketball …Coached by Kevin O’Keefe … “Anthony has an unlimited future as he focuses on football after being a combination football/basketball player,” O’Keefe said. “He’s a big kid who can put on excellent size once he hits the weight room full-time. He should be an impact player at Kentucky.” … Averaged 21 points and 11 rebounds per game as a senior, winning District Most Valuable Player honors … Worked with service events at local elementary schools and also helped coach some Special Olympics basketball players. Personal: Born in New Orleans, La. … Son of Deborah Lowe … Has a cousin, Jai Eugene, who played football at LSU … Currently enrolled in undergraduate studies. Anthony says … The coolest thing about being at UK is: playing football … The one thing I like most about football is: being around my brothers (the team) … Something people might not know about me is: I have a twin … What I like about my position coach Greg Nord is: he stays in contact with everybody, and he is a good teacher and coach … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: skinny and playing basketball somewhere.

Kendrick Career Statistics Year 2010 2011 Totals

Position Tight End Tight End

G-GS 13-1 5-0 18-1

Rec. 3 3 6

Yds. 23 22 45

Avg. 7.7 7.3 7.5

TD 0 0 0

Long 14 8 14

King Career Statistics Year Position 2009 Wide Receiver 2010 Wide Receiver 2011 Wide Receiver Totals

LA’ROD KING Wide Receiver, 6-4, 211, Sr-3L Radcliff, Ky. (North Hardin) Team’s leading returnee at wide receiver ... Has great tools, with size and speed ... Also showed willingness to catch the ball in traffic ... Career totals feature 86 receptions for 1,218 yards and 13 touchdowns ... Ranks eighth in school history in TD catches ... 19th in school history in receiving yardage ... Has played in 36 games, including 18 starts.

G-GS 11-0 13-6 12-12 35-18

Rec. 10 36 40 86

Yds. 142 478 598 1,218

Avg. 14.2 13.3 14.9 14.2

TD 1 5 7 13

TD 0 1 0 0 0 0 2

Long 38 6 26 20 9 22 12

King Game-by-Game Stats 2010 Opponent at Louisville vs. WKU vs. Akron at Florida at Ole Miss vs. Auburn vs. South Carolina

2011 (Junior): Caught 40 passes for 598 yards and seven touchdowns, leading the team in all three categories ... Also ranked in the top 10 in the SEC in each category ... Had a pair of 100-yard games ... Snagged five balls for 100 stripes and a touchdown in the win over Central Michigan ... Only 35

Rec. 3 3 3 4 2 5 4

Yds. 58 16 34 44 10 49 38

Long 28 47 55 55

vs. Georgia at Miss. State vs. CSU vs. Vanderbilt at Tennessee vs. Pittsburgh Totals

3 2 1 2 1 3 36

88 12 47 31 9 42 478

2 0 0 0 0 0 5

35 8 47 22 9 26 47

Rec. 2 5 7 5 2 1 5 4 3 5 0 1 40

Yds. 45 100 84 50 31 8 84 13 102 82 0 2 598

TD 1 1 1 1 0 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 7

Long 31 46 18 19 19 8 29 14 55 48 0 2 55

grandfather, Don Vogel, played at Texas A&I ... Major is agricultural economics. Patrick says … Favorite college course so far: Dinosaurs and Disasters … My ideal vacation spot is: the Caribbean … The one thing I like most about football is: being a part of a team of brothers … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he played at UK … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: going to school.

2011 Opponent at Western Kentucky vs. Central Michigan vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at South Carolina vs. Jacksonville State vs. Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee Totals

Ligon Career Statistics Year 2010

Position Def. End

G-GS Tackles Sacks-Yds.TFL-Yds. 4-0 0 0 0

FC 0

FR PBU 1 0

SHAQUILLE LOVE Offensive Guard, 6-4, 296, Fr-RS Harriman, Tenn. (Harriman) A standout in both the offensive and defensive lines in high school, he has settled in the offensive side in college ... Currently stationed as the backup right guard behind senior Larry Warford. 2011 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: Big lineman excelled on both sides of the ball in high school … First-team all-state as an offensive lineman as a senior as chosen by the Tennessee Sports Writers Association … Four-year starter in both the offensive and defensive lines … Helped lead Harriman High School to a berth in the state playoffs each season … District Lineman of the Year as a senior … Named to the all-district and All-Tri-County teams as a junior and senior … The No. 15 prospect in Tennessee by Rivals.com … Nationally ranked as the No. 90 defensive tackle by Scout.com … Coached by Travis Tapp … “The main thing is his athleticism,” Tapp said. “Shaquille is so big and athletic, very light on his feet.” … Also played basketball at Harriman … Basketball team advanced to the state tournament his junior year … Member of the Ebony Club and school chorus … The chorus performed at various public events in Harriman. Personal: Born in Chattanooga, Tenn. … Son of Greg Love and Nicole Smith … A cousin, Jeremaine Copeland, plays for Toronto of the Canadian Football League … Major is undeclared.

PATRICK LIGON Tight End, 6-4, 258, Jr-Sq Germantown, Tenn. (Christian Brothers) Moved to tight end last fall ... Had played two seasons in the defensive line before the switch ... Has played in four games during his career. 2011 (Junior): Made the move from the defensive line to tight end. 2010 (Redshirt Freshman): Received reps in four games, including Kentucky’s upset win over top-10 ranked South Carolina in Lexington … Recovered a fumble against Western Kentucky University. 2009 (Freshman): Redshirted ... Named Defensive Scout Team Player of the Week once during the season. High School: Good-sized defensive end prospect … Was a big-play performer at Christian Brothers High School in Memphis … His 60 tackles during his senior season featured a whopping 20 tackles for loss and eight quarterback sacks … Also caused three fumbles and had eight quarterback hurries … Named All-Metro Memphis and all-region … Also chosen All-Super Prep Conference, which is a league comprised of large private schools … Led the conference in tackles for loss and was second in sacks … Team went to the state playoffs his junior and senior seasons … Played in the Liberty Bowl High School All-Star Game … Coached by Kevin Locastro … “Patrick is a big, strong, physical player,” Locastro said. “He’s an extremely hard worker, coachable and has a big upside. (In addition to defensive end) He also could be a really good tackle.” … Originally committed to his hometown school of Memphis before changing his mind and opting for the Wildcats … Participated in the shot put for the track and field team … Finished third in the state as a sophomore and junior. Personal: Born in Memphis, Tenn. … Son of David and Margaret Ligon … Patrick comes from a football family … His father, David, played at Memphis … His brother, David, played at Tennessee … An uncle, Mike Vogel, played at Texas … A cousin, Scott Vogel, played at Memphis … Patrick’s

ASHELY LOWERY Safety, 6-1, 209, So-1L Cleveland, Ga. (White County) Begins spring ball as a No. 2 safety behind senior Mikie Benton ... His outstanding athleticism helped him earn playing time as a true freshman ... Also has good size and has added approximately 10 pounds since his arrival. 2011 (Freshman): Played in all 12 games and garnered more field action as the season progressed ... Finished with 16 tackles ... Got his first collegiate start in his home state of Georgia and collected a season-high five stops ... Recovered a fumble vs. Florida. High School: First-team all-state in Class AAA as chosen by the Georgia Sports Writers Association and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution … Standout running back and defensive back who also excelled on special teams … Region Offensive Player of the Year … Senior season featured two 36

yards during his senior season at LaGrange High School … The 59-yarder is the third-longest in Georgia high school history … Had touchbacks on 84 percent of his kickoffs … Punted for a 42.7-yard average … First-team allstate by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Georgia Sports Writers Association for Class AAA … The nation’s No. 2 punter prospect by Scout.com and the No. 15 kicker as evaluated by Rivals.com … Averaged 41.4 yards per punt as a junior, with 83 percent of his kickoffs in the end zone … Four-year starter also hit field goals of 55 yards as a junior, 53 yards as a sophomore and 50 yards as a freshman … LaGrange, a perennial power, advanced to the state playoffs each season, with a best finish of 11-3 in the state semifinals his junior year … Continues the tradition of Grangers at UK … Coached by Steve Pardue … Played for the winning South team in the Georgia North-South All-Star Game, nailing a pair of field goals and all three extra points in a 27-20 victory … Very good athlete in addition to his kicking skills … “Joe is a tremendous talent,” Pardue said. “He’s a great athlete and could have played another position for us but he was just too valuable in the kicking game. His accuracy consistently improved over the years. He came in a good punter and left a great one.” … Played for the basketball and baseball teams, earning all-region honors in baseball … Member of the student council and the school’s service club … Honor-roll student. Personal: Born in LaGrange, Ga. … Son of Nasor and Emily Mansour …

interceptions and nine pass breakups on defense while rushing for approximately 1,340 yards and 15 touchdowns on the offensive side … Threw three passes during the season and all three were completed for touchdowns … Well known for an amazing play during his senior year … Picked up a fumbled snap, made an unscripted run around right end and hurdled a defender en route to a touchdown … The play became known as the “Lowery Leap,” was shown on ESPN and became an internet sensation, drawing nearly a million views as of this writing … Displayed remarkable versatility, a two-way starter all four years … Started three seasons at cornerback, one season at safety, three seasons at running back and one season as a wide receiver … Also returned punts and blocked three opponent kicks during his career … Participated in the Georgia North-South All-Star Game following his senior season, playing cornerback while helping the North team to a 22-0 shutout … Was one of five players picked “first team” among the game’s stars by UGAsports.com … Has run the 40-yard dash under 4.6 seconds … Coached by Tommy Flowers and Greg Seagraves … “Ashely is a Jim Thorpe-ish type of player,” Flowers said. “He can do a lot of different things and we put him wherever we needed something done. He’s also an unselfish player.” … Also played basketball, earning all-region honors his senior season … Honor-roll student who received a scholarathlete award from his school. Personal: Born in Demorest, Ga. … Son of Debbie Pruitt … Has a cousin, Gary Moss, who played football for the University of Georgia … Considering a major in kinesiology.

JOE MANSOUR

Lowery Career Statistics Year 2011

Position Safety

G-GS Tackles 12-0 16

Int.-Yds. 0

PBU 0

FR 1

FC 0

JOE MANSOUR Kicker/Punter, 6-2, 191, Jr-2L LaGrange, Ga. (LaGrange) National Kickoff Specialist of the Week for the Louisville game by the College Football Performance Awards (2010) R SEC Academic Honor Roll (2011) R

Versatile performer can handle placekicks, punting and kickoffs ... Will compete with Jay Willmott for the punting role in the spring ... Currently the No. 2 placekicker behind senior Craig McIntosh ... Handled kickoffs for most of his first two seasons ... Hit 38-yard game-winning field goal in the final minute of the 2011 Blue/White Spring Game ... Has played in 21 games. 2011 (Sophomore): Kicked off in all 12 games ... Had 14 touchbacks ... Helped UK rank fourth in the SEC in net kickoff coverage ... Nailed three touchbacks in the win over Ole Miss. 2010 (Freshman): Kicked off in nine games ... Had 15 touchbacks, tied for the SEC lead ... Recorded a season high in touchbacks with five vs. Akron ... Named the College Football Performance Awards National Kickoff Specialist of the Week for his performance against Louisville, where he kicked off five times, causing three touchbacks. High School: First-team All-America kicker among medium-sized high schools as selected by MaxPreps.com … Also named first team on the Georgia “All-Decade” Team by MaxPreps … Long-range kicker had six field goals over 50 yards during his career … Made field goals of 59, 56 and 52 37

are … The one thing I like most about football is: everything … Something people might not know about me is: I like to fish … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he’s a good coach and connects well with his players … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: still in college working towards a degree.

Name is pronounced “MAN-soo-er” … Currently enrolled in undergraduate studies. Joe says … My ideal vacation spot is: Hawaii … The coolest thing about being at UK is: girls … The one thing I like most about football is: the team … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he’s a players’ coach … What I like about my position coach Greg Nord is: everything.

McCaskill Career Statistics Year Position 2008 Wide Receiver 2009 Wide Receiver 2011 Wide Receiver Totals

Mansour Career Statistics Year 2010 2011 Totals

Position Kickoffs Kickoffs

Games 9 12 21

Kickoffs 48 44 92

Touchbacks 15 14 29

G-GS 12-4 13-6 9-5 34-15

Rec. 15 17 9 41

GENE MCCASKILL GENE MCCASKILL

Wide Receiver, 6-0, 198, Sr-3L Chester, S.C. (Chester) Opens the spring as a starter at one of the wide receiver posts ... Should improve as he continues to recover from a knee injury that sidelined him in the 2010 season ... Brings valuable experience to the receiving corps ... Has good all-around ability and has the savvy to play any of the receiver positions ... Turned in his best single-game performance as a true freshman in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl ... Has played in 34 games, starting 15. 2011 (Junior): Returned to the field for nine games, starting five ... Caught nine passes for 85 yards ... Had three receptions for 25 yards, including his first collegiate touchdown, in the win over Ole Miss. 2010 (Junior): Did not see game action because of injury … Redshirted. 2009 (Sophomore): Played in all 13 games, starting six ... Caught 17 passes for 163 yards ... Snagged a career-best four passes in the Eastern Kentucky and Clemson games. 2008 (Freshman): Made an apperance in 12 games, including four starts late in the season ... Registered 15 catches for 181 yards for the year ... Had his best game in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl victory over East Carolina with three catches for 64 yards, including a career-long 48-yarder ... Earned his first career start at Mississippi State, snagging two balls for 18 yards. High School: Named first-team all-state as an all-purpose athlete by the Columbia State newspaper and the High School Sports Report … Talented playmaker performed at quarterback and wide receiver in high school … Expected to get a first look at wide receiver in college … Helped lead Chester HS to the Class AAA state championship game as a senior … Accounted for more than 2,500 passing, rushing, and receiving yards, to go along with 30 touchdowns in those categories … Played in the South Carolina North-South All-Star Game … Has been clocked under 4.6 seconds in the 40-yard dash … One of the top-11 prospects in South Carolina by the Orlando (Fla.) Sentinel … Coached by Vic Floyd … An all-state track and basketball player … Member of a 4x100-meter relay state champion as a senior … Also ran the 400-meter dash, with a best time of approximately 50 seconds, and the 4x400-meter relay … Honors graduate … Member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Personal: Born in Chester, S.C. … Son of Eugene and Felicia McCaskill … Gene’s brother, Chris White, played football at South Carolina … Major is family science. Community Cats: Participated in an event at a day care center (2010). Gene says … The coolest thing about being at UK is: how supportive the fan 38

Yds. 181 163 85 429

Avg. 12.1 9.6 9.4 10.5

TD 0 0 1 1

Long 48 31 34 48

Performance Awards for the Vanderbilt game (2009) SEC Academic Honor Roll (2010, 2011)

MALCOLM MCDUFFEN

Linebacker, 6-3, 216, So-1L Hopkinsville, Ky. (Christian County)

Two-year starter at placekicker ... Has performed consistently, making 79.3 percent of his field goals (23 of 29) ... Career long is 50 yards but has the leg to make them from longer distances ... Career best is three field goals in a game, achieved last season vs. Mississippi State ... Owns the second- and third-longest consecutive field-goal streaks in school history with eight and seven, respectively ... Has an interesting story; kicked only one year in high school, then enrolled at Kentucky as a member of UK’s Army ROTC program ... After a year as a regular student, he decided to try out in his second year on campus when his father heard that the Wildcats needed a kickoff man and encouraged Craig to try out ... Participated three years in ROTC but is no longer in the program ... Has played in 36 games.

Hopes to earn a full-time role at the weakside linebacker following the departure of All-American Danny Trevathan ... Saw spot duty last season ... Has good speed and gets to the ball in a hurry. 2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in all 12 games ... Made nine tackles with a season high of four at South Carolina. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirt season … Scout Team Player of the Week three times, including twice on defense for the Georgia and Tennessee games and once on special forces for the Charleston Southern game. High School: Combines excellent athletic ability with good football instincts and sound technique … First-team all-state as a senior by The Associated Press and the Louisville Courier-Journal … Named to the “Class of the Commonwealth” listing of the top seniors in Kentucky by the Lexington Herald-Leader … Made 58 tackles, including 10 sacks … Played linebacker and defensive end while also seeing action on offense at quarterback, fullback and tight end … Top statistical year came as a junior when he amassed 106 tackles, including 16 for loss … Helped lead Christian County HS to a 13-2 record and state runner-up finish in Class AAAAA his junior campaign … Career totals featured 212 tackles and 15 caused fumbles … Two-year member of the All-Western Kentucky Conference team … One of the nation’s top-50 outside linebackers by ESPN.com … The No. 8 prospect in Kentucky by Rivals.com and SuperPrep … Coached by Steve Lovelace … “Malcolm’s work ethic and dedication as a student-athlete will help him succeed at Kentucky,” Lovelace said. “He can dominate a game. He’s very coachable and will do whatever it takes to help the team win.” … A standout basketball player who helped his team make three trips to the Sweet 16 state tournament … Also participated in track, competing in the 200- and 400meter runs, along with the 4x200 and 4x400 relays … Honors graduate … Class president all four years of high school … President of the Ladies and Gentlemen’s Club … Member of the Future Business Leaders of America. Personal: Born in Nashville, Tenn. … Son of Jeanette Quarles, Anthony Quarles and Michael McDuffen ... Michael played basketball at Murray State and also professionally … Malcolm’s cousin, Ricky Abren, played football at UK ... Major is management. Community Cats: Participated in Read Across America (2011). Malcolm says … Favorite home-cooked meal: Anything my momma or grandma cook … My ideal vacation spot is: New York … The coolest thing about being at UK is: that I’m in college … Something people might not know about me is: that I am the son of a former pro basketball player … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: playing basketball.

2011 (Junior): Played in all 12 games ... Led the team in scoring with 56 points ... Converted 12-of-14 field goals and 21-of-22 extra points ... Made seven-consecutive field goals, the third-longest streak in school history ... Had a career-best three field goals vs. Mississippi State ... Season long was 48 yards in the win over Ole Miss. 2010 (Sophomore): Second on the team in scoring with 67 points, making 11-of-15 field goals and 34-of-35 extra points … Made eight-consecutive field goals, the second-longest streak in school history ... Hit both field goal attempts at Ole Miss, including a career-long 50-yarder ... Tied his career long with a 50-yarder against the wind in the BBVA Compass Bowl ... Took over kickoff duties late in the season because of his accurate kick placement ... Made two tackles in kick coverage. 2009 (Redshirt Freshman): Tried out for the team when school started in late August and won a place on the squad ... Kicked off the last 10 games of the season ... Had 51 kickoffs, 11 for touchbacks ... Even though he got off to a late start, he ranked fourth in the SEC in total touchbacks ... Had a seasonhigh three touchbacks against Eastern Kentucky and Vanderbilt ... Named the National Kickoff Specialist of the Week for his performance against the Commodores ... Made one tackle in kick coverage. 2008 (Freshman): Enrolled at UK as a member of the ROTC program ... Did not play football, the equivalent of a redshirt season. High School: Only played football in his senior season at Lexington Christian Academy ... Was the team’s starting kicker, punter and linebacker ... Had a long field goal of 48 yards ... Helped LCA to an 11-4 record and a runner-up finish in the Class A state championship ... Coached by Paul Rains ... Twoyear all-state honoree in soccer, playing the striker position ... Also participated in the pole vault for the track and field team. Personal: Born in Rogers, Ark. ... Son of John and Lori McIntosh … Major is kinesiology. Community Cats: Visited patients at Birmingham Children’s Hospital (2011). Craig says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Dougie Allen … The coolest thing about being at UK is: still being close to home and having the ability to see my family whenever I want … Something people might not know about me is: I want to fly helicopters in the Army after I graduate … What I like about my position coach, Coach Nord is: he tries to teach some life knowledge in addition to football … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: full time committed to ROTC.

McDuffen Career Statistics Year 2011

Position Linebacker

G-GS Tackles Sacks-Yds.TFL-Yds. 12-0 9 0 0

FC 0

FR PBU 0 0

CRAIG MCINTOSH

McIntosh Career Statistics

Kicker, 6-0, 194, Sr-3L Lexington, Ky. (Lexington Christian Academy) R

Year 2010 2010

National Kickoff Specialist of the Week by the College Football 39

Position Kicker Kicker

Field Goals 11-15 12-14

Extra Points 34-35 20-21

Total Points 67 56

Totals Year 2009 2010 Totals

Position Kickoffs Kickoffs

23-29 Games 10 12 22

54-56 Kickoffs 51 15 66

123 Touchbacks 11 3 14

McIntosh’s Field Goals by Distance Year 2010 2011 Totals

1-19 0-0 0-0 0-0

20-29 3-3 6-7 9-10

30-39 3-4 3-3 6-7

40-49 3-5 3-4 6-9

50+ 2-3 0-0 2-3

Total Long 11-15 50 12-14 48 23-29 50

DARRIAN MILLER Offensive Tackle, 6-5, 299, So-1L Lexington, Ky. (Bryan Station) Begins spring practice as the starter at left tackle ... Earned playing time in his first season, an impressive feat for a true freshman offensive lineman ... Combined above-average strength with good athleticism and the ability to learn the offense quickly.

points … Also has played as a reserve guard. 2009 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: First-team all-state for Georgia Class AAAA by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution … Good athlete for a player his size, as he has been timed just under 5.0 seconds in the 40-yard dash … Three-year starter at Alexander HS in Douglasville, Ga. … Started at tight end as a sophomore, tackle as a junior and guard as a senior … Also got some playing time in the defensive line … Two-year selection to the All-Douglas County team …Coached by Kenny Palmer … “Kevin has great feet and great speed for a player his size,” Palmer said. “He’s a hard worker who will develop into an SEC player.” … Played center for the school’s basketball team. Personal: Born in Douglasville, Ga. … Son of Jack and Cheryl Mitchell … Major is community communications and leadership development. Kevin says … My ideal vacation spot is: the beach … The coolest thing about being at UK is: great people and playing football … The one thing I like most about football is: being able to be part of a team … What I like about Coach Phillips is: that he is a players’ coach and he interacts with us on a personal level … What I like about my position coach, Mike Summers, is: he is upbeat and motivates us to be the best we can be.

DARRIAN MILLER

2011 (Freshman): Played in all 12 games and started against Central Michigan and Louisville ... Also played some at tight end, most notably in the win over Tennessee, when the Wildcats wanted an extra offensive lineman in the game. High School: One of the nation’s top-20 offensive tackles as evaluated by Scout.com and one of the top-125 players nationally … Combines outstanding size and athletic ability … His long reach also is a great asset … Played left tackle, left guard and defensive end in high school … Secondteam all-state as a junior by The Associated Press … Helped lead Bryan Station to a 9-3 record and the second round of the state playoffs that year … Senior honors included the “Class of the Commonwealth” list of the top-22 seniors in the state by the Lexington Herald-Leader, along with second-team all-state by the Louisville Courier-Journal … Two-year member of the all-city team … Played in two all-star games, the Kentucky vs. Tennessee Border Bowl and the Kentucky East-West Game … Coached in high school by Kenny Turner and Oliver Lucas. Personal: Born in Irvine, Calif. … Son of Robert and Armida Miller … Considering a major in biochemical engineering.

KEVIN MITCHELL Offensive Tackle, 6-6, 292, Jr-2L Winston, Ga. (Alexander) Has moved from left guard to right tackle for the beginning of spring drills ... Will compete with senior Trevino Woods for the position ... Redshirted as a tackle in 2009, then played guard the next two seasons ... Also has experience on the field-goal and extra-point units ... Has good athleticism for a player his size ... Has played in 18 games, starting one. 2011 (Sophomore): Played in nine games, including his first collegiate start in the season-opening win vs. Western Kentucky University. 2010 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in nine games for the Wildcats, mostly on special teams, coming in as a big body up front on field goals and extra 40

Totals

31-20

140

1-6

MARTAVIUS NELOMS

Neloms Game-by-Game Stats 2010

Safety, 6-1, 188, Sr-3L Memphis, Tenn. (Fairley)

Opponent at Louisville vs. WKU vs. Akron at Florida at Ole Miss vs. Auburn vs. South Carolina vs. Georgia at Miss. State vs. CSU vs. Vanderbilt at Tennessee vs. Pittsburgh Totals

Two-year starter at safety ... His adjustment from cornerback to safety was one of the highlights of the 2011 season ... Has excellent playing instincts ... Also a physical player and a good tackler ... Had the maturity and ability to earn playing time as a true freshman ... Only began playing football as a junior in high school ... Has played in 31 games, starting 20. 2011 (Junior): Started the first 10 games before missing the last two because of injury ... Ranked third on the team in tackles with 71 stops, featuring a career-high 10 vs. Central Michigan and LSU ... Made a huge play vs. Jacksonville State when he sacked the quarterback, forcing a fumble that he picked up and returned 40 yards for a touchdown ... Second on the team in pass breakups with five. 2010 (Sophomore): Led all Kentucky defensive backs in tackles for loss with 5.5 ... Sacked the quarterback twice on cornerback blitzes ... Fifth on the team in tackles with 55 … Career-high eight tackles vs. Auburn ... Broke up two passes at Mississippi State. 2009 (Freshman): Played in 10 games ... Started at South Carolina when both of UK’s starting corners were injured ... Totaled 14 tackles on the season with one pass breakup. High School: First-team all-state in Tennessee Class AAAA as a senior … Led the state in interceptions with eight pickoffs, returning two for touchdowns … Only began playing football his junior year at Fairley High School in Memphis … His achievements are amazing for someone who has played football just two years … Has shown remarkable aptitude for the sport and, of course, has tremendous upside for the future … Also named all-metro by the Memphis Commercial-Appeal … Made six interceptions as a junior … A cornerback on defense, he also saw time as a wide receiver … Played in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl High School All-Star Game following his senior season and had an interception in that contest, helping his Red team post a 14-0 shutout … The No. 30 prospect in Tennessee by Rivals.com … Made an all-combine team in the summer of 2008 ... Coached by Rahnmann Slocum … “Martavius has great speed and great size,” Slocum said. “He’s a hard worker and quick learner, which helped him to overcome not having played football before. He loves going for the football so he can make something happen.” ... Member of the track team, competing in the 200- and 400-meter dashes along with the 4x100- and 4x200-meter relays … Went to the state meet in the relays two years, with a best finish of third in the 4x100 and second in the 4x200 as a senior. Personal: Born in Memphis, Tenn. … Son of Marvin Neloms … Marvin played college football at Arkansas State … Major is kinesiology. Community Cats: Participated in Read Across America (2011). Martavius says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: I didn’t play football … If I could talk to anyone on Skype it would be: God … The coolest thing about being at UK is: the friends I have made … Something people might not know about me is: I play the piano … What I like about Coach Phillips is: his relationship with the players.

Position Cornerback Cornerback Safety

G-GS Tackles 10-1 14 11-9 55 10-10 71

Int.-Yds. 0 0 1-6

PBU 1 2 5

FR 0 0 1

FC 0

7 7 4 2 5 55

Int-Yds. TFL-Yds. 0 1-10 INJ 0 0 0 1-2 0 0 0 1-3 0 0 INJ 0 0.5-1 0 1-5 0 1-15 0 0 0 0 0-0 5.5-36

Tackles 5 10 8

Int-Yds. TFL-Yds. 1-6 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0

FC 0 0 0

0 6 7 8 6

FR PBU 0 0

0 0 0 1 0

0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 1

0 0 0 0 0 0

2 0 0 0 0 2

2011 Opponent at Western Kentucky vs. Central Michigan vs. Louisville

KEVIN MITCHELL

Neloms Career Statistics Year 2009 2010 2011

Tackles 3

FC 0 1 1 41

FR PBU 0 1 0 0 0 0

vs. Florida at LSU at USC vs. Jacksonville State vs. Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee Totals

1 10 7 8 7 9 6

0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0

1-6

0-0 0.5-0 0-0 1-8 0-0 0-0 1-4 INJ INJ 2.5-12

0 0 0 1 0 0 0

0 0 2 1 0 0 1

and 22 touchdowns as a senior, along with 1,664 rushing yards and 26 touchdowns, accounting for 3,602 yards total offense and 48 TDs … Led Carmel High School to three consecutive state championship games, winning the Class AAAAA title his junior season … Team went 38-7 over those three years … Passed for 1,882 yards and 25 touchdowns as a junior, adding 753 rushing yards and 11 scores … First-team all-state as a junior and senior by The Associated Press and the state coaches’ association … Indianapolis Star Football Player of the Year as a senior … Also named the Star’s Suburban Athlete of the Year for his combination of football and basketball accomplishments … Career totals feature 4,284 passing yards and 37 touchdowns, plus 2,617 rushing yards and 37 scores … Broke 10 school records, eight of which were held by former NFL and Purdue quarterback Mark Herrmann … The No. 6 quarterback prospect in the nation by Scout.com … The No. 7 QB by SuperPrep, which also listed him as the No. 6 overall prospect in the six-state Midwest Region … Picked for the Detroit Free Press “Best of the Midwest” team … Played his freshman year at Pike HS in Indianapolis, where he was a teammate with current Wildcat Dakotah Tyler … Coached by Mo Moriarity … “Morgan is an intelligent kid, and athletically he’s as good as there is out there,” Moriarity said. “He throws the deep ball well. He can kill you (running the ball) if he doesn’t have a throw. He’s also an unbelievable competitor.” … Was an all-conference basketball player and also played baseball in high school … Member of the Student-Advisory Committee, the Student-Athlete Advisory Board and the Diversity Club … Graduated with honors … Guest speaker to elementary students through the NCAA’s “Stay in Bounds” program. Personal: Born in Indianapolis … Son of John and Ruby Newton … John played college football at Grambling University … Major is finance. Community Cats: Participated in an event at a youth football banquet (2009) ... Took part in events with Read Across America, Paris Elementary School, Dixie Elementary School, the UK Hospital Dance Blue fundraiser and Ashland Elementary School (2010) ... Took part in the “Gameday Ready” football clinic with the Birmingham Boys and Girls Club (2011). Morgan says … My ideal vacation spot is: Fiji … The coolest thing about being at UK is: all the nice people … The one thing I like most about football is: it takes all 11 people to have a successful play … What I like about my position coach, Randy Sanders, is: he always speaks the truth, he has no censor … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: more active in student government.

MORGAN NEWTON Quarterback, 6-4, 240, Sr-3L Carmel, Ind. (Carmel) SEC All-Freshman Team by SEC coaches (2009) UK Most Outstanding First-Year Offensive Player by UK coaches (2009) R SEC Freshman of the Week for the Eastern Kentucky game (2009) R SEC Academic Honor Roll (2011) R R

Will not be allowed to have contact in the spring as he recovers from a shoulder injury ... Anticipates being fully recovered by the summer ... Showed his dedication to the team with a sacrificial act last season ... Sustained his shoulder injury in late October and needed surgery ... However, he chose to delay the surgery for a month in case the team needed him to finish a game with handoffs and short passes, which happened when the Wildcats played Georgia ... Coach Joker Phillips gave him the honor of downing the ball in the final series of the win over Tennessee as the Wildcats ran out the clock ... The delay set his recovery back by a month ... Has noteworthy attributes, with good size, a strong arm and also is a capable runner ... Did an admirable job in 2009 when he had to play as a true freshman ... Was in the midst of a redshirt season when he was called into action after starting quarterback Mike Hartline was injured ... Started the last eight games, helping UK post a 5-3 record ... Has played in 23 games, starting 17 ... Has thrown for 1,764 yards and 14 touchdowns during his career. 2011 (Junior): Played in 10 games, starting the first eight ... Completed 83 of 174 passes for 793 yards and eight touchdowns ... Threw for a career-high 255 yards and two touchdowns vs. Louisville ... Rushed for a net 272 yards and two touchdowns ... Ran 12 times for a career-best 75 yards and a TD in the win over Jacksonville State ... Had a career-long run of 58 yards to set up a touchdown vs. Western Kentucky University. 2010 (Sophomore): Started the BBVA Compass Bowl … Completed 21 of 36 passes for 211 yards in the bowl tilt and added 18 net rushing yards ... Saw backup duty in four other games. 2009 (Freshman): Selected to the SEC All-Freshman Team by the league coaches ... UK’s Most Outstanding First-Year Offensive Player as chosen by UK coaches ... Completed 55.6 percent of his passes for 706 yards and six touchdowns ... Completed 20 of 29 passes for 187 yards, all season highs, along with two touchdowns in the win over Eastern Kentucky ... Earned SEC Freshman of the Week honors for that performance ... Hit nine of 17 passes for 137 yards and a season-best three TDs in the upset win at Georgia ... Guided UK to its first win over Auburn since 1966 and first win at Auburn since 1961. High School: All-America quarterback as named by Parade, SuperPrep, The Sporting News, MaxPreps and ESPN/Rise Magazine (Grid-Hoop) … ESPN/Rise Magazine “Athlete of the Year” in Indiana … The Gatorade Indiana Football Player of the Year and also “Mr. Football” in the state … Threw for 1,938 yards

Newton Career Statistics Year 2009 2010 2011 Totals

G-GS 8-8 5-1 10-8 23-17

Comp. 75 25 83 183

Att. 135 43 174 352

Int. 3 0 7 10

Pct. 55.6 58.1 47.7 51.9

Yds. 706 265 793 1,764

TD 6 0 8 14

Long 60 40 46 60

Yds.

Long

39 17 119 187

0 0 0 2

23 11 20 18

Newton Game-by-Game Statistics 2009 Opponent vs. Miami (Ohio) Louisville Florida Alabama at South Carolina at Auburn ULM Mississippi State Eastern Kentucky

Comp.

Att.

Int.

5 3 11 20

13 6 18 29

0 1 1 0

Pct. DNP DNP DNP DNP DNP 38.5 50.0 61.1 70.0

at Vanderbilt at Georgia Tennessee vs. Clemson Totals

4 9 10 13 75

7 17 22 23 135

1 0 0 0 3

57.1 52.9 45.5 56.5 55.6

40 137 69 98 706

0 3 0 1 6

28 60 15 17 60

Att. 18 18 41 33 20 21 16 5

Int. 3 1 0 2 0 1 0 0

Yds. 97 114 255 124 57 17 105 15

TD 1 1 2 1 1 0 2 0

Long 34 46 38 29 19 8 29 9

2 0 174

0 0 7

Pct. 38.9 50.0 65.9 48.5 30.0 19.0 62.5 60.0 INJ INJ 50.0 -47.7

9 0 793

0 0 8

9 0 46

Ready for playing time after a redshirt year ... Put his redshirt year to good use by putting on approximately 25 pounds ... Begins spring practice at weakside linebacker ... Originally signed with Kentucky in February, 2010 ... Was qualified to enroll in August of 2010, but agreed to grayshirt until January 2011 in order to continue rehabilitation of an injury.

2011 Opponent Comp. at Western Kentucky 7 vs. Central Michigan 9 vs. Louisville 27 vs. Florida 16 at LSU 6 at South Carolina 4 vs. Jacksonville State 10 vs. Mississippi State 3 vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia 1 vs. Tennessee 0 Totals 83

2011 (Freshman): Enrolled as a grayshirt in January ... Redshirted. High School: The top prospect in the 2010 class in Kentucky as named by Rivals.com and SuperPrep … First-team all-state as a senior by The Associated Press and Louisville Courier-Journal … Named to the Lexington Herald-Leader “Class of the Commonwealth” listing of the top seniors in the state … Made 92 tackles as a senior but missed the state playoffs because of an injury … Also the top prospect in Kentucky by recruiting analyst Tom Lemming, who wrote, “This guy can really deliver a blow, always seems to be in the right position at the right time, takes great angles to the ball, and once he gets there, look out.” … Helped lead Central HS to consecutive state championships his sophomore and junior seasons … Made 91 tackles his junior year, with 12 for loss and two interceptions … Also saw playing time at tight end … Coached by Ty Scroggins (sophomore through senior year) and Steve Serotte (freshman year) … Not surprising with his skill set, is also an outstanding basketball player who helped Central to the finals of the 2009 state tournament. Personal: Born in Louisville, Ky. … Son of Sherry Board … Currently enrolled in undergraduate studies. Tim says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Ray Lewis … My ideal vacation spot is: Jamaica … If I could be on any reality TV show I would choose: Deal or No Deal … What I like about my position coach, Chuck Smith is: he is easy to get along with … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: playing basketball.

TRAVAUGHN PASCHAL Defensive End, 6-4, 246, So-Sq Odenton, Md. (Arundel/Fork Union Military Academy) Begins spring drills as the No. 2 defensive end behind senior Taylor Wyndham ... Joined the team in August of 2011 ... Has shown good pass rush ability in practice ... An interesting story of perseverance ... Not recruited out of high school after breaking his arm early in his senior season ... Spent two years at Fork Union Military Academy to attract recruiting attention and get his academics in order.

DEMARIUS RANCIFER Linebacker, 6-2, 226. Fr-RS Pensacola, Fla. (Catholic) Showed good potential during his redshirt year ... Coaches considered playing him as a true freshman but were able to conserve the year of eligibility ... Has put on about 20 pounds since arriving at UK ... Begins spring ball as the No. 2 weakside linebacker.

2011 (Freshman): Not eligible to play because he spent two years in prep school but practiced with the team. Prep School: Played the 2009 and 2010 seasons at Fork Union (Va.) Military Academy ... Played mostly defensive end with occasional time at linebacker ... Current Wildcat Donte Rumph was his teammate in 2009 ... Coached by John Shuman ... Was selected to be a platoon sergeant and was in charge of 53 cadets. High School: Played at Arundel High School in Gambrills, Md. ... Played sparingly until his senior season ... Got his senior season off to a great start with several quarterback sacks in the first two games, then sustained a broken arm that forced him to miss the remainder of his final campaign ... Coached by Chuck Markiewicz ... Also a member of the track and field team, competing in the high jump, long jump and triple jump ... Named the allcounty high jumper. Personal: Born in Washington, D.C. ... Son of Clayton and LaTauna Paschal ... Plans a major in computer science.

2011 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: Described as “a tackling machine” by Rivals.com analyst Chris Nee … Highly productive linebacker totaled 301 tackles during his final two seasons at Catholic High School in Pensacola, Fla. … Notched 187 stops as a senior, along with a pair of interceptions … Had 114 tackles as a junior … Helped lead team to the state Class 2B semifinals as a junior and senior … Named all-area as a senior by the Pensacola News Journal and also named to the newspaper’s top-12 “Super Seniors” in the area … One of the top 100 prospects in the talent-rich state of Florida as designated by Rivals.com … The nation’s No. 44 outside linebacker by Rivals … Three-year starter who played defensive back as a sophomore … Participated in the Subway East-West High School All-Star Game, helping the West team post a 24-0 shutout … Coached by Greg Seibert … “Demarius is an extremely physical linebacker, an imposing presence who played sideline to sideline,” Seibert said. “He played every practice and every game and put everything he has into everything he did.” … An all-district performer in basketball ... Also a member of the weightlifting team … Won an athlete of the year award for the Pensacola area for his all-around

TIM PATTERSON Linebacker, 6-4, 250, Fr-RS Louisville, Ky. (Central) 43

athletic prowess … Honor-roll student. Personal: Born in Pensacola, Fla. … Son of Yolanda Moorer and Keith Rancifer … Demarius’ uncle, Pat Moorer, played college football at Florida … Considering a major in business.

Cornerback, 5-10, 187, Sr-3L Duncan, S.C. (Byrnes) UK’s only cornerback with game experience at that position ... Has seen considerable action as a reserve the last two seasons ... Has played well when called upon ... Coaches considered playing this fine prospect in 2008, but decided to redshirt him in order to preserve the year of eligibility ... Has played in 29 games with one start. 2011 (Junior): Played in all 12 games ... Totaled nine tackles and three pass breakups ... Started vs. Florida. 2010 (Sophomore): Made one of the biggest plays of the season in the South Carolina game ... In the final seconds of the game, he deflected a ball away from a South Carolina receiver in the endzone that led to a UK interception to seal the victory over the top-10 ranked Gamecocks ... Played in 11 games ... Totaled nine tackles, including five solo tackles and 0.5 tackles for loss. 2009 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in six games ... Grabbed his first collegiate interception in the Eastern Kentucky game ... Made five tackles on the season, two each vs. EKU and South Carolina. 2008 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: First-team all-state selection as a senior by The Associated Press, the Columbia State newspaper and the High School Sports Report … Outstanding cover cornerback with noteworthy quickness … Helped lead Byrnes HS of Duncan, S.C., to three state championships of the largest classification during his four years on the varsity … Had three interceptions as a senior, and capped the campaign by playing in the South Carolina vs. North Carolina Shrine Bowl … Had an interception for the winning South Carolina team in the Shrine Bowl … “Rice took on the challenge all week of covering a very talented group of receivers and came up aces,” wrote recruiting analyst Barton Simmons, who covered the Shrine Bowl game and practices for Rivals.com … Also had three interceptions as a junior, to go along with eight pass breakups … Coached by Chris Miller … An all-conference performer in basketball … Participated in three events in track and field, the 100-meter dash, 4x100-meter relay and the long jump … Honor-roll student … Member of the National Art Society and studied advanced-placement art courses. Personal: Born in Waukegan, Ill. … Name is pronounced “CAR-tee-ay” … Son of Ronnie and Raye Rice … A cousin, Dougie Williams, played baseball for the Milwaukee Brewers … Major is community communications and leadership development. Cartier says … I couldn’t live without my: iPod, laptop, cell phone … My ideal vacation spot is: Puerto Rico or Brazil … The coolest thing about being at UK is: friends and experiences … Something people might not know about me is: I like to draw, sketch … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he is a players’ coach.

Rice Career Statistics Position Cornerback Cornerback Cornerback

G-GS 6-0 11-0 12-1 29-1

Tackles 5 9 9 23

Wide Receiver, 5-10, 157, So-1L Ellenwood, Ga. (Martin Luther King) Should benefit greatly from a season of experience gained during his true freshman season ... Has good hands and is elusive after the catch ... Also could be used on kickoff returns.

CARTIER RICE

Year 2009 2010 2011 Totals

DEMARCO ROBINSON

Int.-Yds. 1-0 0 0 1-0

PBU 0 1 3 4

FR 0 0 0 0

FC 0 0 0 0

2011 (Freshman): Played in seven games ... Caught five passes for 17 yards ... Had three catches vs. Louisville and two vs. Florida ... Also ran the ball five times on end-arounds and gained a net three yards ... Had a 13-yard run on UK’s game-winning touchdown drive vs. Tennessee. High School: Record-setting wideout … Had a tremendous senior season at Martin Luther King High School in Lithonia, Ga. … Caught 73 passes for a staterecord 1,655 yards and 27 touchdowns … His state-record yardage total broke the mark set by current Tennessee wide receiver Da’Rick Rogers … Also returned two kicks for touchdowns, one punt and one kickoff … Named firstteam all-state in the largest classification, Class AAAAA, by the Georgia Sports Writers Association and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution … Region Offensive Player of the Year and DeKalb County Offensive Player of the Year … Caught 10 balls for 246 yards and five TDs in a playoff game … Three-year starter who helped his team to three-consecutive playoff appearances … One of the nation’s top 100 wide receivers by Scout.com … One of the top 80 prospects in the talent-rich state of Georgia by Rivals.com … Played in the Georgia North-South All-Star Game following his senior season … Was one of five players picked “first team” among the game’s stars by UGAsports.com … Coached by Michael Carson and Corey Jarvis ... “Demarco is one of the most explosive wide receivers I’ve run across,” Carson said. “He’s a tremendous receiver and elusive. His future is very bright.” … Also participated in track and baseball in high school … Member of the Social Studies Club. Personal: Born in Newport, R.I. … Son of Demarco Robinson and Sabrina Botts … Has a brother, Jaquon, who plays football at Troy … Major is undeclared.

Robinson Career Statistics Year 2011

Position Wide Receiver

G-GS 7-0

Rec. 5

Yds. 17

Avg. 3.4

TD 0

Long 8

TYLER ROBINSON Tight End, 6-3, 250, Jr-2L Friendsville, Tenn. (Alcoa) Begins the spring as the starting tight end ... However, with five lettermen available, it will be a battle to keep the No. 1 role ... Combines good passcatching skills with the toughness needed to play tight end ... Has played in 22 games, including five starts. 2011 (Sophomore): Played in 11 games and started once … Caught eight passes for 44 yards and one touchdown ... Top game was three cathces for 19 yards vs. Florida ... Caught a touchdown pass at Georgia. 2010 (Freshman): Played in 11 games with three starts … Had a career game in his home state of Tennessee, recording season highs with four catches for 25 yards and his first career touchdown reception ... Totaled 11 catches for 80 yards and one TD for the season. 44

High School: “Mr. Football” lineman in the state of Tennessee as a junior … First-team all-state tight end/defensive end as a sophomore, junior and senior … Three-year starter for perennial power Alcoa High School, which won six consecutive state championships in Class AAA … Has exceptional hands … Caught 32 passes for 536 yards and 17 touchdowns as a junior … Snagged 26 balls for 477 yards and seven TDs as a sophomore … “Tyler catches everything in sight and impresses you with his surprising speed,” wrote recruiting analyst Tom Lemming of MaxPreps.com … Also a defensive standout with 89 tackles, 21 for loss, as a junior … Was the regional player of the year as a junior … Had 66 tackles, 16 for loss as a sophomore … Defensive most valuable player of the state championship game his sophomore year … One of the nation’s top-25 tight ends as assessed by ESPN.com … The No. 13 prospect in Tennessee by SuperPrep … Coached by Gary Rankin … “Tyler is a big, tough kid who is also a good athlete,” Rankin said. “He has the best hands I’ve had on my team in 30 years of coaching.” … Played in the Tennessee East-West All-Star Game following his senior season … Also played basketball and baseball (catcher, outfielder) in high school. Personal: Born in Knoxville, Tenn. … Son of Tony and Debbie Robinson …

TYLER ROBINSON

Currently enrolled in undergraduate studies. Tyler says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: my dad … The coolest thing about being at UK is: playing SEC football … The one thing I like most about football is: winning … Something people might not know about me is: I want to be a movie star … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he is a players’ coach.

Robinson Career Statistics Year 2010 2011 Totals

Position Tight End Tight End

G-GS 11-3 11-1 22-4

Rec. 11 8 19

Yds. 80 44 124

Avg. 7.3 5.8 6.5

TD 1 1 2

Long 14 8 14

DONTE RUMPH Defensive Tackle, 6-3, 315, Jr-2L St. Matthews, S.C. (Calhoun County/Fork Union Military Academy) Returning starter at defensive tackle ... Has shown flashes of outstanding potential ... Should become more of a factor as he gets stronger in the weight room ... A story of perseverance, he originally signed with UK in 2008 and worked for two years to earn qualification to attend ... Has played in 23 games with seven starts. 2011 (Sophomore): Played in 11 games and started seven … Made 31 tackles with a career high of six at LSU ... Had three tackles for loss, including a quarterback sack vs. Louisville. 2010 (Freshman): Saw action in 12 games … Had 12 tackles on the year, getting more and more reps as the season progressed ... Recorded season high of three tackles against Akron and in the BBVA Compass Bowl vs. Pittsburgh. Prep School: Talented lineman with the size and strength to play tackle and also the quickness needed to play at end … Originally signed with Kentucky in 2008, he spent the 2008 and ‘09 seasons at Fork Union (Va.) Military Academy … His 2008 prep season included a game against the Kentucky junior varsity, in which he made two tackles for loss, including a quarterback sack … Coached at Fork Union by John Shuman. High School: Earned first-team all-state honors, covering all classifications, by The Associated Press and the Columbia State newspaper … Also first-team allstate for Class AA by the High School Sports Report … Totaled 107 tackles during senior season, including 14 quarterback sacks, for Calhoun County HS in St. Matthews, S.C. … Chosen for the South Carolina vs. North Carolina Shrine Bowl and played for the winning squad … Made 65 tackles and five sacks during his junior season … Coached by Walter Wilson … Member of the Calhoun County basketball team which won three consecutive state championships and had a winning streak of more than 70 games … Also played three seasons of baseball … Member of the Spirit Club. Personal: Born in Orangeburg, S.C. … Last name pronounced “rump” with a silent “h” … Son of Otis and Thelma Rumph … An uncle, Chris Rumph, is an assistant coach at Alabama … Donte’s brother, Tremaine Tyler, played football at South Carolina … Cousin of Philip Merling, former Clemson star who is now a defensive end with the Miami Dolphins … Major is family science. Donte says … Favorite college course so far: entomology … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Warren Sapp … I couldn’t live without my: family … The coolest thing about being at UK is: the support from fans … Something people might not know about me is: I’m adopted.

Rumph Career Statistics Year 2010 2011 Totals

Position Def. Tackle Def. Tackle

G-GS 12-0 11-7 23-7

Tackles 12 31 43

TFL-Yds. 0 3-6 3-6

Sacks-Yds. 0 1-2 1-2

FR 1 0 1

FC 0 0 0

RAYMOND SANDERS III

Rumph Game-by-Game Statistics 2011 Opponent at Western Kentucky vs. Central Michigan vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at USC vs. Jacksonville State vs. Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee Totals

Tackles 4 3 4 3 6 1 4 3 2

Sacks-Yds. 0-0 0-0 1-2 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0

0 1 31

0-0 0-0 1-2

TFL-Yds. 0-0 0.5-0 1-2 0-0 0-0 0-0 1-1 0.5-3 0-0 INJ 0-0 0-0 3-6

FC 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FR 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

PBU 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0

JACOB RUSSELL Quarterback, 6-4, 238, So-Tr Lawrenceburg, Ky. (Anderson County/Eastern Kentucky) R

… I couldn’t live without my: Bible … The coolest thing about being at UK is: having the “K” on your chest … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he’s laid back but demanding at same time … What I like about my position coach, Randy Sanders, is: his sense of humor.

SEC Academic Honor Roll (2011)

Now eligible to play after his transfer season ... Has been impressive in practice ... Has good size, a strong arm and the ability to make plays with his legs … Also impressed the coaches with his intelligence and work ethic ... After playing the 2010 season at Eastern Kentucky, he decided to follow a lifelong dream by transferring to Kentucky. 2011 (Sophomore): Practiced with the team during his transfer season ... Was able to use it as a redshirt year because he played as a true freshman at EKU. At Eastern Kentucky: Played in seven games as a true freshman for the Colonels in 2010 … Completed 12 of 26 passes for 125 yards … Rushed 36 times for a net 84 yards and two touchdowns. High School: Class AAAAA Player of the Year as a senior at Anderson County High School in Lawrenceburg, Ky. … Second-team all-state by the Louisville Courier-Journal and also tabbed for the Lexington Herald-Leader “Class of the Commonwealth” … Four-year starter … Helped guide the team to the playoffs all four seasons, including the second round his junior season … Completed 56.5 percent of his passes for 6,733 yards and 65 touchdowns in high school … Also ran for 823 yards and 38 TDs … Coached by Mark Peach …. All-around athlete who also lettered in basketball as a forward and baseball as a first baseman and pitcher … Received all-state honors in all three sports … The school’s all-time scoring leader in basketball … Had a perfect 4.0 GPA in high school. Personal: Born in Versailles, Ky. … Parents are Eddie and Judy Russell … Plans a major in marketing. Jacob says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Brett Favre

Tailback, 5-8, 197, Jr-2L Stone Mountain, Ga. (Stephenson) Will be in the thick of the competition for the starting job at tailback ... Began the 2011 season as the starter but sustained a series of injuries that kept him in and out of the lineup ... Has added approximately 15 pounds in the weight room since signing with UK in 2010 ... Good pass catcher and willing blocker in addition to his running skills ... Also can return punts and kickoffs ... Played in 18 games, including four starts. 2011 (Sophomore): Played in six games and started three … Rushed 40 times for 155 yards ... Best game was eight carries for 62 yards ... Also caught five passes for 13 yards. 2010 (Freshman): Played in 12 games with one start ... Rushed for 254 yards and three touchdowns … Also played well into Kentucky’s passing game, catching 16 passes for 114 yards and one touchdown … Had his best game vs. Georgia, gathering a career-high 79 yards on the ground and catching a careerhigh seven catches for 77 yards and a touchdown ... Rushed for 71 yards in a starting assignment at Mississippi State ... Ran for 32 yards and two touchdowns vs. Western Kentucky University ... Also returned punts and kickoffs and made four tackles in kick coverage. High School: Shifty running back showed all-around skills at Stephenson High School, with the ability to run from scrimmage, catch passes and return kicks … The nation’s No. 15 all-purpose back by Rivals.com and the No. 41 overall prospect in the talent-rich state of Georgia … “Very quick, has good vision, catches the ball well and runs like a 210-pound back,” wrote recruiting analyst Barry Every of Rivals, who also noted that Sanders “Reminds me of Rafael Little … has the uncanny ability to break tackles and make plays.” … Honorablemention all-state by the Georgia Sports Writers Association and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution following senior season … Region Offensive Player of the Year as a senior, rushing for 1,604 yards and 25 touchdowns, averaging more than 10 yards per carry … Also returned a kickoff for a touchdown … Was the star of the show in a nationally televised game on ESPN, rushing for more than 130 yards and two touchdowns in Stephenson’s 20-0 win over Martin Luther King HS … Helped lead Stephenson to an 11-1 mark and the second round of the state playoffs … Rushed for 1,311 yards and 17 touchdowns as a junior … Two-year member of the all-county and all-region teams … Played in the Georgia North-South All-Star Game and the DeKalb County All-Star Game following his senior year, playing for the winning team in both games … Coached by Ron Gartrell … “Raymond is a very intelligent player with a work ethic that is second to none,” Gartrell said. “He is very elusive, can run with power and has the burst to go 80-90 yards at any time. He is very determined and has leadership skills. He is the total package.” … Teammate of current Wildcats Jabari Johnson and Ronnie Shields … Participated in basketball and track and field … Ran the 100-meter dash and 4x100-meter relay … Won the regional championship and was a state qualifier in the 100 as a senior … Relay team won the state championship his junior year … Team’s defensive player of the year his senior season in basketball … Member of the Beta Club and SADD Club. Personal: Born in Stone Mountain, Ga. … Son of Carla and Raymond Sanders 46

Jr. … Currently enrolled in undergraduate studies. Raymond says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Barry Sanders … The coolest thing about being at UK is: the fans … The one thing I like most about football is: being able to please our fans and family … Something people might not know about me is: I like ghost shows … What I like about my position coach, Steve Pardue, is: he is understanding of our mistakes and corrects them.

Totals Year 2010

Pos. TB TB

Att. 68 40

Yds. Avg. 254 3.7 155 3.9

TD 3 0

Long Rec. Yds. 28 16 114 25 5 13

Avg. 7.1 2.6

108 KOR 4

409 3.8 Yds. Avg. 86 21.5

3 TD 0

28 Long 25

21 PR 1

127 Yds. 12

6.0 Avg. 12.0

1 27 TD Long 0 12

Sanders Game-by-Game Statistics 2010 Opponent Att. at Louisville 0 vs. WKU 7 vs. Akron 2 at Florida 0 at Ole Miss 5 vs. Auburn 4 vs. South Carolina 0 vs. Georgia 16 at Miss. State 24 vs. CSU vs. Vanderbilit 4 at Tennessee 3 vs. Pittsburgh 3 Totals 68

Sanders Career Statistics Year 2010 2011

Pos. TB

TD Long 1 27 0 11

RAYMOND SANDERS III

Yds. 0 32 32 0 22 2 0 79 71 8 5 3 254

TD 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 INJ 0 0 0 3

Rec. 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 7 1

Yds. 0 0 4 0 3 0 0 77 4

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0

1 4 1 16

0 27 -1 114

0 0 0 1

RONNIE SHIELDS Tight End, 6-5, 241, So-1L Stone Mountain, Ga. (Stephenson) Got his first playing time last season ... Has shown good potential but is battling a numbers logjam ... Very athletic tight end ... Uses hands well as a blocker and is a good receiver ... Has added approximately 20 pounds in the weight room since signing with UK. 2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in seven games ... Caught two passes for 10 yards, with both catches coming vs. Florida. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirted … Offensive Scout Team Player of the Week for the Western Kentucky University game. High School: Combines good size with notable athletic ability … Has been timed as fast as 4.6 seconds in the 40-yard dash … Played tight end, although his athleticism could make him a possible slot receiver as well … Only began playing football his junior year of high school, so he has a lot of upside … Has good hands, although he played in a run-based offense and did not have a large number of receptions … Caught 14 passes as a senior, several of which went for touchdowns … First-team all-county and all-region ... Helped lead Stephenson to an 11-1 record and the second round of the state playoffs … Coached by Ron Gartrell … “Ronnie is an all-around athlete,” Gartrell said. “He blocks extremely well and has the ability to catch the ball.” … Teammate of current Wildcats Jabari Johnson and Raymond Sanders … The nation’s No. 70 tight end prospect. Personal: Born in Los Angeles, Calif. … Son of Ron and Victoria Shields … Major is kinesiology. Ronnie says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Michael Vick … I couldn’t live without my: iPhone … My ideal vacation spot is: some exotic island … The one thing I like most about football is: competing and winning … What I like about my position coach, Greg Nord is: he’s down to earth and a cool guy.

Shields Career Statistics Year 2011

Position Tight End

G-GS 7-0

Rec. 2

Yds. 10

Avg. 5.0

TD 0

Long 6

ERIC SIMMONS Cornerback, 6-0, 200, So-Sq Atlanta, Ga. (Westlake) In the hunt for playing time at the wide-open cornerback positions ... Has also practiced at safety ... Has added approximately 20 pounds since signing with UK ... Has good speed. 2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Continued to practice with the team. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirt season. High School: Versatile defensive back has the size to play safety and the speed and athleticism to play cornerback … Has been timed as fast as 4.38 seconds in the 40-yard dash and has a 36-inch vertical jump … Has good upside as he gains experience … Only began playing football as a high-school junior … Earned all-region honors as a senior … Helped Westlake HS advance to the Class AAAAA state playoffs during his senior season … Had two interceptions in his two years of action … Coached by Gregory Minnis … “Eric has lightning speed,” Minnis said. “He’s like a sponge, soaking it all in and improving every day. He’s also a great kid with a great personality.” … Also played for the basketball team. Personal: Born in Atlanta … Son of Barnard Simmons and Synethia Simmons … Eric’s brother, Byron, played football at Gordon College … Major is accounting.

MILES SIMPSON

Community Cats: Participated in the “Gameday Ready” football clinic with the Birmingham Boys and Girls Clubs (2011). Eric says … Favorite musical artist or group: Wiz Khalifa … I couldn’t live without my: mom … My ideal vacation spot is: home … If I could be on any reality TV show I would choose: Real World … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: playing basketball.

MILES SIMPSON Safety, 6-2, 223, So-1L Independence, Ky. (Simon Kenton) Played well when he got some opportunity late in the 2011 season and hopes to continue that progress ... Begins spring as the starter at the hybrid safety/linebacker position ... Came to UK as a running back, he moved to safety during the 2010 season ... Combination of size and athleticism gives him the potential to be a dominant performer. 2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in 10 games ... Made five tackles ... Had three stops at Vanderbilt ... Followed that with two tackles at Georgia, including a four-yard loss. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: Smooth, powerful runner who rushed for more than 2,000 yards his junior and senior seasons at Simon Kenton HS … Notched 2,227 rushing yards and 41 total touchdowns (38 rushing, two receiving and one kickoff return) as a senior … Garnered 2,309 yards and 41 total scores (37 rushing, three receiving and one kickoff return) his junior season, leading Simon Kenton to a state runner-up finish in Class 6A, the largest classification in Kentucky … Firstteam all-state as a junior and senior by The Associated Press and Louisville Courier-Journal … Class 6A Player of the Year as a senior … Player of the Year for the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area as a junior and senior by the Cincinnati Enquirer … Northern Kentucky Athletic Conference Player of the Year … Three years on the all-conference and all-district teams … “He is a dominating high school back whose talent screams big time,” penned recruiting analyst Tom Lemming … The No. 2 prospect in Kentucky by SuperPrep … Rated among the nation’s top-100 running backs by all services … Coached by Jeff Marksberry … “Miles has a tremendous ability to make plays when we had to have them,” Marksberry said. “He has a great football IQ, great athleticism and the ball skills to play any position on the field.” … Competed in the triple jump and the 4x100- and 4x400-meter relays for the track and field team. Personal: Son of David Simpson and Anita Clare … David played college football at Eastern Kentucky … Major is kinesiology. Miles says … I couldn’t live without my: family … The one thing I like most about football is: winning and having fun … Something people might not know about me is: I was a lifeguard at Camp Ernst and I’ve been attending since I was six … What I like about my position coach, Chuck Smith, is: how he cares for you as a person … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: at college and working.

Simpson Career Statistics Year 2011

Position Safety

G-GS 10-0

Tackles 5

Int.-Yds. 0

PBU 0

FR 0

FC 0

SAM SIMPSON

MATT SMITH

Center, 6-4, 293, Jr-1L Lexington, Ky. (Henry Clay)

Center, 6-4, 291, Sr-3L Louisville, Ky. (St. Xavier)

R UK

Most Valuable Offensive Scout Team Player by UK coaches (2009) SEC Academic Honor Roll (2011)

Enters spring ball as the second-team center behind returning starter Matt Smith ... Missed most of the 2011 season because of injury, he hopes to be ready in the spring ... Has the playing savvy one would expect from the son of a coach ... Also has the ability to be a long snapper. 2011 (Sophomore): Struggled with injuries and was only able to participate in one game, the win over Central Michigan. 2010 (Redshirt Freshman): Did not see game action in 2010 … Was the Offensive Scout Team Player of the Week for the Akron game. 2009 (Freshman): Redshirted ... Coaching staff named him the team’s Most Valuable Offensive Scout Team Player for the season ... Offensive Scout Team Player of the Week twice during the season. High School: Among the nation’s top center prospects … Rated No. 3 in the country by Scout.com, No. 10 by Rivals.com … One of the nation’s top-50 players as chosen by the Old Spice Red Zone Player of the Year program … First-team all-state as a senior by the Louisville Courier-Journal … Second-team all-state by The Associated Press … Named to the Lexington Herald-Leader “Class of the Commonwealth” list of the top-22 seniors in the state … Honorable-mention all-state as a junior … Three-year member of the all-region, all-district and all-city teams … Played for his father, Coach Sam Simpson, at Henry Clay HS in Lexington … Helped Henry Clay to three consecutive playoff appearances, including a 12-2 record and trip to the state semifinals his sophomore season … Also saw action at defensive tackle and as a long snapper … “Sam is a smart player; he’s been around the game so long he’s like a coach on the field,” Coach Simpson said. “Physically, he has size, speed, quickness and good hands.” … Also played basketball in high school … Member of the National Honor Society and graduated with a weighted gradepoint average of approximately 4.1 … President of his senior class … Member of the Youth Leadership Council for the city of Lexington … Was a volunteer youth basketball coach three years, including one season in which he helped coach a team with former Lexington Mayor Jim Newberry. Personal: Born in Lebanon, Ky. … Son of Sam and Sheri Simpson … The elder Simpson played at Kentucky from 1977-79 and was a teammate of current Wildcat assistant coach Chuck Smith … The younger Simpson has a brother, Salin, who played football at Middle Tennessee and Georgetown … Major is management. Community Cats: Participated in a youth football banquet (2009) ... Additional events with Read Across America, the UK Hospital Dance Blue fundraiser, Dixie Elementary School and Paris Elementary School (2010) ... Participated in the “Gameday Ready” football clinic with the Birmingham Boys and Girls Clubs (2011). Sam says … I couldn’t live without my: family/friends … The coolest thing about being at UK is: it’s home … The one thing I like most about football is: friendship I have with my teammates … Something people might not know about me is: I enjoy cooking … What I like about Coach Phillips is: the energy he brings to our team.

SEC Academic Honor Roll (2010, 2011)

Two-year starter at center ... Intelligent performer who does a good job with the line calls ... Also handles the shotgun snap well ... Came to UK as a defensive tackle before moving to center ... Has played in 29 games, including 22 starts. 2011 (Junior): Season got off to a slow start ... Missed the first two games with a sprained ankle ... Bounced back to play in the last 10 games, starting the final nine ... Was on the watch list for the Rimington Trophy for the nation’s best center. 2010 (Sophomore): Played well in his first season as the starting center ... Started all 13 games ... Earned the job after winning the center battle in fall camp with his consistent play ... Helped UK rank in the nation’s top 25 in fewest quarterback sacks allowed. 2009 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in six games ... Saw extensive action in the season opener vs. Miami when Jorge Gonzalez and Marcus Davis were sidelined. 2008 (Freshman): Redshirt season ... Was named the Offensive Scout Team Player of the Week prior to the Mississippi State game. High School: First-team all-state as a senior by the Louisville CourierJournal … Named to the “Class of the Commonwealth” listing of the top 22 seniors in Kentucky by the Lexington Herald-Leader … Also tabbed for the “Kentucky Tremendous 26” … Played primarily in the defensive line for perennial power St. Xavier HS in Louisville … Helped St. Xavier reach the state finals in his senior and sophomore seasons, going 14-1 in each campaign … Known for his upper-body strength and playing savvy … Saw occasional action at tight end … Although he played mostly on defense in high school, he could see action on either side of the ball in college … Scout.com lists him as the No. 63 offensive guard in the country … Coached by Mike Glaser … Played in the Kentucky East-West All-Star Game … Was the leading tackler for the winning West team with seven tackles, including 3.5 tackles for loss and a quarterback sack … Participated on his school’s powerllifting team … Won a national powerlifting meet in Texas as a freshman … Won another national meet in Wisconsin his sophomore year … Also a competitive swimmer on a club team, competing in all four events … Member of the National Honor Society. Personal: Born in Louisville, Ky. … Son of Steve and Mary Smith … Major is middle school education. Community Cats: Participated in a youth literacy event (2010) and Read Across America (2011). Matt says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: skinny… The one thing I like most about football is: how much they feed us … Something people might not know about me is: I swam competitively for 12 years … What I like about Coach Phillips is: the relationships he makes with each player … What I like about my position coach, Mike Summers, is: his knowledge of the game and his determination to win.

MAXWELL SMITH

at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee Totals

Quarterback, 6-4, 230, So-1L Granada Hills, Calif. (Birmingham) R R

Freshman All-SEC by SEC Coaches, Rivals.com (2011) SEC Freshman of the Week vs. Ole Miss by the league office (2011)

15 17

31 34

0 2

153

48.3 50.0 INJ 54.9

179 133

1 1

48 46

819

WILLIAM TANNER

With Morgan Newton sidelined with injury, Smith is the starting quarterback going into the spring ... Was pressed into service last year when Newton was injured and responded well ... Showed good field presence for a true freshman ... Throws accurately ... Originally signed with Kentucky in the spring of 2010 ... UK’s signing class was full, so he agreed to grayshirt until January 2011.

Wide Receiver, 6-0, 186, So-Sq Nashville, Tenn. (Montgomery Bell Academy) Has been a dedicated performer in practice during his two seasons with the team ... Has the speed to stretch the field … Has good hands … Also a willing, capable blocker.

2011 (Freshman): Named to the Freshman All-SEC team by league coaches and Rivals.com ... Played in eight games, starting three late in the season ... Won his first collegiate start by guiding UK to a 30-10 win over Ole Miss, a come-from-behind victory in the fourth quarter ... Completed 19 of 36 passes for 283 yards and two touchdowns, earning SEC Freshman of the Week honors in the process ... The 283 yards set a school record for most passing yards by a true freshman ... Threw at least one TD pass in each of his three starts ... Finished the season completing 84-of-153 passes for 819 yards and four TDs. High School: Tall quarterback known for his strong arm and cerebral ways … Played his senior season at Birmingham High School in Van Nuys, Calif. … Threw for approximately 2,500 yards and 24 touchdowns with only two interceptions … Named All-West Valley Conference and to the all-city team … Has a reputation for recognizing defenses and coverages, not surprising for a person who scored 1480 on his SAT … Coached by Jim Rose … Also played basketball … Received the school’s Most Valuable Senior Award, covering all sports. Personal: Born in North Hollywood, Calif. … Son of Carl and Paige Smith … Major is management. Community Cats: Visited patients at Veterans Hospital and participated in Read Across America (2011). Maxwell says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Steve Young … The one thing I like most about football is: gameday … Something people might not know about me is: I’m pretty funny … What I like about Coach Phillips is: his awesome commercials … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: playing baseball back in California.

2011 (Redshirt Freshman): Continued to practice with the team. 2010 (Freshman): Redshirted … Scout Team Special Teams Player of the Week once during the season. High School: Helped lead Montgomery Bell Academy in Nashville, Tenn., to Division II – 2A state championship title his sophomore season, while taking home runner-up honors his senior season … Lettered three years, while starting two seasons as a wide receiver and free safety … Had 63 catches for 865 yards and 10 touchdowns his junior season en route to setting the school record in both categories in a single season … Had 41 catches for 455 yards and five touchdowns his senior year … Defensively, he had 63 tackles, two fumbles forced, four interceptions and a return for a touchdown his senior year … Best game of his career came against Ensworth, where he had 10 catches for 140 yards and two touchdowns … Named All-Midstate, all-regional and all-state both his junior and seniors seasons … Played in the Clinic Bowl Kickoff his senior year, earning offensive MVP award … Played centerfield for the baseball team, where he lettered two seasons … Member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and earned a bronze medal on the National Spanish Exam. Personal: Born in Nashville, Tenn. … Parents are Hugh Tanner and Ellen Tanner … Plans a major in business management. William says … If I could be on any reality TV show I would choose: the Bachelorette … If I could talk to anyone on Skype it would be: my family … The coolest thing about being at UK is: all the people/students at UK … The one thing I like most about football is: the camaraderie with all the guys … Something people might not know about me is: I am an Eagle Scout.

Smith Career Statistics

COLLINS UKWU

Year 2011

G-GS 8-3

Comp. 84

Att. 153

Int. 4

Pct. 54.9

Yds. 819

TD 4

Long 55

Smith Game-by-Game Statistics 2011 Opponent Comp. at Western Kentucky vs. Central Michigan vs. Louisville vs. Florida 6 at LSU 1 at South Carolina 0 vs. Jacksonville State 0 vs. Mississippi State 26 vs. Ole Miss 19

Att.

Int.

11 5 3 0 33 36

0 0 2 0 0 0

Pct. DNP DNP DNP 55.5 20.0 0.0 0.0 78.8 52.7

Yds.

Long

41 9 0 0 174 283

0 0 0 0 0 2

10 9 0 0 23 55

Defensive End, 6-5, 258, Sr-3L La Vergne, Tenn. (La Vergne) Will sit out contact in the spring while he recovers from injury ... Expected to be ready to go by the summer ... Two-year regular at defensive end ... His previous three seasons have been a steady upward trajectory, giving hope that his senior season will be his best ... Displays excellent speed and has the potential to be an outstanding pass rusher ... Relatively slender when he arrived at UK, he has worked hard to gain additional weight ... Has played 35 games, starting 24. 2011 (Junior): Played in nine games, missing three in midseason because of injury ... Led UK’s defensive linemen in sacks (2.5) and tackles for loss (6.5) ... Had a career-high seven tackles in the win over Central Michigan, including two TFL ... Had a crucial fumble recovery and a sack in the win over Tennessee. 2010 (Sophomore): Started every game at defensive end with 26 tackles, 1.5 50

vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at USC vs. Jacksonville State vs. Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee Totals

tackles for loss and one sack … Good game against Tennessee, posting three tackles and a quarterback hurry ... Posted a career-high six tackles vs. Auburn and Florida ... Got a sack in the win vs. WKU. 2009 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in all 13 games ... Drew three starting assignments ... Totaled 14 tackles, including 1.5 for loss ... Had a season high of three tackles in three games ... Had a quarterback sack vs. Florida. 2008 (Freshman): Redshirted ... Was named a Scout Team Player of the Week on three occasions, twice on defense and once on special teams. High School: Defensive end noted for his speed and quickness … Set a school career record with 43 tackles for loss at La Vergne (Tenn.) HS … Played only seven games his senior season because of injury, but totaled 86 tackles, 22 tackles for loss, seven quarterback sacks, three fumbles caused, and one fumble recovery … All-region as a junior and senior … Named to the all-area team as a senior by the Murfreesboro Daily News Journal … Honorable-mention all-state … Three-year starter who helped lead La Vergne to state playoff appearances his sophomore and junior seasons … Has run the 40-yard dash in 4.7 seconds … Coached by Will Hester … Member of school’s basketball team that won four consecutive district championships and two regional titles … Competed in the shot put and discus throw for the track and field team. Personal: Born in Nashville, Tenn. … Name is pronounced “OOK-woo” … Son of Edwin and Susan Ukwu … Major is community communications and leadership development. Collins says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Jevon Kearse … The coolest thing about being at UK is: having the UK emblem because everyone calls me “UK” … Something people might not know about me is: I’m crazy on the field (meaning nothing like how I am off) … What I like about my position coach, David Turner is: his relentless attitude when it isn’t on me … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: going to school and working a job.

Tackles 14 26 28 68

TFL-Yds. 1.5-6 1.5-8 6.5-30 9.5-44

Sacks-Yds. 0.5-2 1-8 2.5-20 4-30

FF 0 1 0 1

Tackles 2 1 4 1 2 4 1 3 3 2 2 0 1 26

Sacks-Yds. 0 1-8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1-8

TFL-Yds. 0.5-0 1-8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1.5-8

FC 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

FR 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

PBU 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2

Tackles 2 7

Sacks-Yds. 1-6 0-0

TFL-Yds. 1-6 2-3

FC 0 0

FR 0 0

PBU 0 1

0-0 0-0 1-10 0-0 0-0 0.5-4 2.5-20

0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 1 0 0 1 1 3

0 0 0 0 0 0 1

R All-SEC

second team by SEC coaches, AP, Phil Steele’s College Football (2011) R Sophomore All-America second team by CollegeFootballNews.com (2010) R All-SEC second team by SEC coaches, AP, Rivals.com, Phil Steele’s College Football (2010) R SEC All-Freshman Team by SEC coaches (2009) Has the potential to be one of the top linemen in the SEC, if not the nation, if he continues to progress ... Has earned second-team All-SEC honors the last two seasons ... Has notable speed and quickness for a player his size ... Quickness, combined with power, has enabled him to lead the team in knockdown blocks the last two seasons ... Has played in 35 games, starting 25 in a row ... Cousin of former UK cornerback Paul Warford.

FR 0 0 3 0

2011 (Junior): Received second-team All-SEC honors from multiple selectors ... Started every game for the second season in a row ... Led the team in knockdown blocks with 34 ... Graded at 87.5 percent for the season and allowed only one sack ... Was on the watch lists for the Outland Trophy and the Lombardi Award as the nation’s best lineman. 2010 (Sophomore): Received second-team All-SEC honors from multiple selectors ... Started every game ... Led the team in knockdown blocks with 43 ... Outstanding block down the field on a screen pass vs. USC allowed Donald Russell to run into the redzone and set up a UK touchdown ... Had an incredible block vs. Akron that allowed Raymond Sanders to score untouched ... A key part of the UK offensive line that ranked second in the SEC in fewest sacks allowed. 2009 (Freshman): Member of the SEC All-Freshman Team as chosen by the league coaches ... Played in 10 games, mostly as a reserve at right guard. High School: The first verbal commitment of Kentucky’s 2009 signing class was a two-year all-state honoree … First-team all-state senior year by The Associated Press and Louisville Courier-Journal … Named to the Lexington Herald-Leader “Class of the Commonwealth” listing of the top-22 seniors in Kentucky … Second-team all-state as a junior by AP … Two-year all-region and all-district honoree … Played his junior and senior seasons at offensive tackle for Madison Central HS after moving to Kentucky from California … Helped MCHS to a 9-3 record his senior year, going to the second round of the state playoffs … Coached at Madison Central by Kenny Turner … “Larry is a very powerful blocker at the point of attack. He has size, speed and agility. He has excellent feet and gets downfield to make blocks. He’s also an intelligent player with good football instincts,” Turner said … Earned a starting job as a sophomore offensive tackle at Oceanside (Calif.) HS … Although he played

2011 Opponent at Western Kentucky vs. Central Michigan

0 0 6 2 3 3 28

0-0 INJ INJ INJ 0-0 0-0 2-16 1-1 0-0 0.5-4 6.5-30

Offensive Guard, 6-3, 333, Sr-3L Richmond, Ky. (Madison Central)

Ukwu Game-by-Game Statistics 2010 Opponent at Louisville vs. WKU vs. Akron at Florida at Ole Miss vs. Auburn vs. South Carolina vs. Georgia at Miss. State vs. CSU vs. Vanderbilt at Tennessee vs. Pittsburgh Totals

0-0

LARRY WARFORD

Ukwu Career Statistics Year Position G-GS 2009 Defensive End 13-3 2010 Defensive End 13-13 2011 Defensive End 9-8 Totals 35-24

Returning starter at fullback ... A year of experience and an off-season in the weight room should help him improve ... In addition to his blocking role, is a good ballcarrier and pass catcher when called upon for those duties.

used a fullback formation ... Rushed twice for three yards ... Caught four passes for 24 yards, including a long of 15 at Georgia. High School: “Mr. Football” lineman as a senior in Tennessee Class AA … Named to the Nashville Tennessean All-State “Dream Team” that covered all classifications … First-team all-state as a junior and senior in Class AA … MaxPreps/U.S. Air Force second-team All-America among medium-sized schools … Three-year starter on the Alcoa High School juggernaut that has posted seven-consecutive state championships … Three-year starter at defensive end and two-year regular at running back … Also saw spot duty as a linebacker … Alcoa went 44-1 during his three seasons as a starter … Rushed 136 times for approximately 1,300 yards and 36 touchdowns as a senior … On the defensive side, he totaled 84 tackles, including 26 tackles for loss and 16 quarterback sacks … Team’s Most Valuable Player as a senior and also was the Offensive MVP of the state championship game … Played for the winning East team in the Tennessee East-West All-Star Game … Coached by Gary Rankin … “D.J. falls in the same line as (UK players) Randall Cobb and Tyler Robinson – great kid, tremendous worker, big motor and a winner. He’s a physical player, very quick off the ball. He also was a great player offensively. I think he could play either side of the ball (at Kentucky).” … An all-district honoree in basketball. Personal: Born in Naples, Fla. … Son of Darrell Sr. and Gladys Warren … A cousin of former Kentucky All-American Randall Cobb, who is now with the Green Bay Packers … Another cousin, Brandon Warren, played football at Florida State … Major is undecided.

2011 (Freshman): Played in all 12 games ... Started all four games in which UK

Warren Career Statistics

D.J. WARREN

Year 2011

tackle in high school, he was listed as one of the nation’s top 30 offensive guards, and the No. 4 prospect in Kentucky by Rivals.com … One of the country’s top 50 OGs by Scout.com … No. 5 prospect in Kentucky by SuperPrep … Played in the Kentucky East-West All-Star Game … Played basketball in California but concentrated on football when he moved to Kentucky. Personal: Born in San Diego, Calif. … Son of Larry Warford Jr. and Colene Warford … Cousin of former Wildcat cornerback Paul Warford … Major is community communications and leadership development. Larry says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: me ... If I could talk to anyone on Skype it would be: my mom in Samoa … The coolest thing about being at UK is: playing football and being close to home … Something people might not know about me is: I play the saxophone … If I weren’t playing football, I would be: in the Navy.

DARRELL “D.J.” WARREN Fullback, 6-0, 224, So-1L Alcoa, Tenn. (Alcoa)

Position Att. Yds. Avg. Fullback 2 3 1.5

TD 0

Long Rec. 4 4

Yds. Avg. 24 6.0

TD Long 0 15

ZACH WEST Offensive Guard, 6-4, 301, Fr-RS Richmond, Ky. (Lexington Christian Academy) Showed impressive potential during his redshirt season ... Slated to vie with Teven Eatmon-Nared for the starting role at left guard. 2011 (Freshman): Redshirted. High School: Projected as the No. 17 offensive guard in the nation by Scout.com … Named to the MaxPreps/U.S. Air Force Small Schools AllAmerica Team … First-team all-state as a junior and senior by the Louisville Courier-Journal … Tabbed to the Lexington Herald-Leader “Class of the Commonwealth” listing of the top-22 players in Kentucky … District Player of the Year … Four-year starter at Lexington Christian Academy … Played offensive tackle his first three seasons, then center and guard his senior year … Played multiple positions in the defensive line … LCA won the Class A state championship his junior season with a 14-1 record … Also first-team all-state as a junior by The Associated Press … Team advanced to the state finals his freshman season … LCA posted a 46-12 record during his four campaigns … Played in the Kentucky vs. Tennessee Border Bowl … Coached by Ray Graham and Paul Rains … “Zach has a rare combination of tremendous size, strength and athletic ability,” Graham said. “He has character, gives his best and is a leader. He’s the total package.” … Also competed in the shot put and discus throw for the track and field team … Two-year regional champion in the shot put, advancing to the state meet … Earned the distinction of Eagle Scout … A volunteer at Bluegrass Christian Camp … Member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. 52

vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at South Carolina vs. Jacksonville St. vs. Miss. State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee Totals

Personal: Born in Lexington … Son of Roger and Ginger West … Major is undecided.

COSHIK WILLIAMS Tailback, 5-9, 184, Sr-3L Hiram, Ga. (Hiram) Emerged as the starting tailback late last season and will work to retain that role in the spring ... Gets to the hole quickly ... Difficult to stop as he continues strong after first contact and breaks tackles frequently ... Also has helped in kick coverage during his career ... Has played in 23 games and started five. 2011 (Junior): Played in nine games ... Injuries gave him the opportunity for playing time and he took advantage, starting the final five games of the season ... Team’s leading rusher with 486 yards and three touchdowns ... Ran 22 times for a career-high 148 yards in the win over Jacksonville State ... Also eclipsed the century mark when he rushed 25 times for 111 yards and two TDs in the victory over Ole Miss ... Rushed for 68 yards and the game-winning touchdown vs. Tennessee. 2010 (Sophomore): Saw action in 10 games … Was given extensive reps during the Charleston Southern game, carrying the ball 13 times for 95 yards and three touchdowns, becoming the first player to rush for three touchdowns since Randall Cobb in 2008 vs. Georgia … Had a career-long 41-yard touchdown run in that game ... Carried six times for 30 yards and a TD vs. Akron ... Had 24 total carries for 136 yards and four touchdowns. 2009 (Redshirt Freshman): Played in four games ... Totaled 14 carries for 50 yards ... Top game was 10 tries for 39 yards in the win over Miami (Ohio). 2008 (Freshman): Redshirted … Offensive Scout Team Player of the Week once during the season. High School: Rushed for approximately 1,000 yards his senior season at Hiram (Ga.) High School despite missing four games because of an injury … Third in the state of Georgia in rushing his junior season with approximately 1,600 yards … Two-year member of the all-district and all-region teams … Best career game was 269 yards and three touchdowns against Tri Cities HS … Coached by Andy Dorsey … Also a track standout, reaching the state meet all four years in high school … Competed in the 100- and 200-meter dashes, along with the 4x100and 4x400-meter relays … Member of the National Honor Society. Personal: Born in Atlanta, Ga. … Name is pronounced “co-SHEEK” … Son of Clarence and Lawonna Williams … CoShik’s brother, Antoine Tucker, played football at Harper University … Major is psychology. CoShik says … Favorite college course so far: psychology … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: Jamaal Anderson … I couldn’t live without my: Power Ranger pillow … Something people might not know about me is: I’ve been called Spiderman since I was born … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he’s a players’ coach.

Position Att. Yds. Avg. Tailback 14 50 3.6 Tailback 24 134 5.7 Tailback 118 486 4.1 156 670 4.3

TD 0 4 3 7

Long Rec. 8 0 41 2 37 19 41 21

Yds. Avg. 0 -0 0.0 70 3.7 70 3.3

Yds. 0

TD 0 DNP

Rec. 0

22 15 25 10 8 21 118

148 64 111 22 11 68 486

0 0 DNP DNP 0 0 2 0 0 1 3

3 2

15 1

0 0

1 3 1 3 5 1 19

8 14 -2 15 16 3 70

0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Linebacker, 6-1, 245, Jr-2L Milan, Tenn. (Milan) Opens the spring as the starter at middle linebacker ... Has been the backup at that post the last two years ... Has ability to make plays in space ... Continues to add size and strength ... Has played in 25 games. 2011 (Sophomore): Played in all 12 games ... Made 49 tackles, an impressive total for someone who didn’t start any games ... Played consistently, with at least two tackles in every game ... Had career-best seven tackles in win over Jacksonville State ... Had an interception vs. Florida ... Caused a fumble at South Carolina. 2010 (Freshman): Played in all 13 games, helping give the Wildcats depth at middle linebacker … Totaled 10 tackles and one pass breakup. High School: First-team all-state linebacker in Class AAA as tabbed by the Tennessee Sports Writers Association … West Tennessee Player of the Year as a senior by the Jackson Sun … Led Milan HS to consecutive 14-1 records as a junior and senior, losing only in the state championship finals each year to perennial power Alcoa HS … Made 125 tackles with one interception during the regular season in his senior year … Also rushed for 416 yards and seven touchdowns at fullback … Collected 119 tackles as a junior, including 21 for loss … Set a Tennessee state championship game record with 22 tackles in the title contest … Region Defensive Player of the Year as a junior and senior … One of the top-15 players in Tennessee by Rivals.com … Played in the Tennessee EastWest All-Star Game following his senior season … Was named the Defensive Most Valuable Player for the winning West team … Coached by Jeff Morris … “Avery was a self-made person whose hard work made him into an impact player,” Morris said. “His work ethic and character were perfect.” … Was named the Outstanding Senior of his graduating class, recognizing academics, character and athletics … Member of the honor-student club and the Spanish Club. Personal: Born in Cleveland, Ohio … Son of Henry and Jacinca Williamson … Currently enrolled in undergraduate studies. Avery says … When I played football as a kid, I pretended I was: myself because I rarely watched football … If I could talk to anyone on Skype it would be: God … The one thing I like most about football is: coming out of the tunnel before games … Something people might not know about me is: that I can actually cook a great omelet … What I like about my position coach, Chuck Smith, is: he cares more than about just football.

TD Long 0 -0 3 0 16 0 16

Williams Game-by-Game Statistics 2011 Opponent Att. at Western Kentucky 0 vs. Central Michigan

29 33

AVERY WILLIAMSON

Williams Career Statistics Year 2009 2010 2011 Totals

6 11

Williamson Career Statistics Yds. 0

Year 2010 2011 Totals

TD 0

Position Linebacker Linebacker

G-GS 13-0 12-0 25-0

Tackles 10 49 59

TFL-Yds. 0 1.5-3 1.5-3

Int.-Yds. 0 1-15 1-15

PBU 1 0 1

FC 0 1 1

FR 0 0 0

Competing for the starting job at right tackle ... Can play either tackle position and also has played guard during his career ... Also plays on special teams ... Has added approximately 20 pounds since his arrival ... Showed excellent work habits in practice ... Has played in 27 games.

Williamson Game-by-Game Statistics 2011 Opponent at Western Kentucky vs. Central Michigan vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at USC vs. Jacksonville State vs. Mississippi State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee Totals

Tackles 5 2 4 4 2 5 7 4 3 5 3 5 49

TFL-Yds. 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0.5-1 0-0 0-0 0-0 1-2 1.5-3

Sacks-Yds. 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0

PBU 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

FR 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

TREVINO WOODS Offensive Tackle, 6-5, 289, Sr-2L Athens, Ga. (Clarke Central) R

Most Valuable Offensive Scout Team Player by UK coaches (2008)

TREVINO WOODS

FC 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

2011 (Junior): Played in 11 games, seeing most playing time on field goals and extra points. 2010 (Sophomore): Played in all 13 games for UK, coming on the field mostly with Kentucky’s field goal and extra point unit. 2009 (Redshirt Freshman): Played three games, UK’s wins over Miami (Ohio), the University of Louisiana at Monroe and Eastern Kentucky. 2008 (Freshman): Redshirted ... Earned the team’s Most Valuable Offensive Scout Team Player Award as chosen by the coaches. High School: Sizeable offensive line prospect … Played two seasons in the offensive line at Clarke Central HS in Athens, Ga. … Graded at 82 percent for his senior season, including 45 pancake blocks … Team went 7-3-1 as a senior, advancing to the first round of the Class AAAA playoffs … Named to the allregion team … Known for good quickness in addition to his noteworthy size … Has tremendous upside as he did not begin playing football until his junior year of high school … The nation’s No. 48 offensive guard by Scout.com … Coached by Leroy Ryals … The first commitment of Kentucky’s 2008 signing class … Also on the track and field team, competing three years in the shot put and discus throw. Personal: Born in Lincoln, Neb. … Son of Steven Woods and Darlene Woods … Has a cousin, Dominique Kelley, who played women’s basketball at Nebraska … Major is family science. Community Cats: Salvation Army bellringer (2009) ... Participated in events at Lexington Christian Academy (2010), Cardinal Valley Elementary School, Northern Elementary and Clear Creek Elementary (2011). Trevino says … I couldn’t live without my: Bible … The coolest thing about being at UK is: the family atmosphere we share … The one thing I like most about football is: the brotherhood that is developed … Something people might not know about me is: I love to cook … What I like about Coach Phillips is: his understanding nature, but also his intensity.

TAYLOR WYNDHAM Defensive End, 6-4, 243, Sr-3L Swansea, S.C. (Swansea) R R

Freshman All-America second team by Phil Steele’s College Football (2009) Freshman All-America third team by CollegeFootballNews.com (2009)

Begins spring drills as a starter at defensive end ... Has been a part-time starter the past three seasons ... Emerged as a big-play performer during his freshman season ... He has worked to add approximately 35 pounds since his arrival at Kentucky ... Has played in 38 games with 16 starts. 2011 (Junior): Played in all 12 games, starting three … Made 14 tackles ... Tied his career high with six tackles at Vanderbilt and also had a tackle for loss. 2010 (Sophomore): Played in all 13 games, starting six … Totaled 26 tackles, 4.5 TFL and 2.5 quarterback sacks ... Tied for the team lead in QB hurries with five ... Had season high of four tackles vs. Auburn and Akron, including 1.5 sacks vs. the Zips ... Started for the injured DeQuin Evans vs. USC, giving UK a great performance with a sack and a pass breakup. 2009 (Redshirt Freshman): Earned a place on a pair of Freshman All54

at Georgia Tennessee vs. Clemson Totals

America teams ... Played in all 13 games, starting seven ... Totaled 28 tackles on the season, with 6.5 tackles for loss, two sacks, two pass breakups, a fumble caused and a fumble recovery ... Had a season-best six tackles, including 2.5 for loss, against Mississippi State ... Combined with Danny Trevathan for a crucial fourth-down tackle for loss in the Louisville game ... Sacks came against Miami and Florida. 2008 (Freshman): Redshirted ... Named the Special Teams Scout Player of the Week by the coaches in preparation for the game against Norfolk State. High School: Tall linebacker who has tremendous speed and range, and also plays with great leverage … First-team all-state for Class AAA by the High School Sports Report and SCVarsity.com … Second-team all-state selection, covering all classifications, by the Columbia State newspaper … Played outside linebacker as a senior, making 86 tackles along with five quarterback sacks, 21 quarterback hurries, one interception, three fumbles caused, and three fumbles recoveries for Swansea HS … Also scored three touchdowns on offense … Was an inside linebacker as a junior, making 130 tackles with three caused fumbles, three fumble recoveries, three quarterback sacks, and one interception … Named all-region as a junior and senior … Totaled more than 300 tackles at Swansea … Also played defensive end early in his high school career … Played in the South Carolina North-South All-Star Game after his senior season … Ranked as the nation’s No. 47 strongside linebacker by Scout.com … Coached by Van Lewis … Also played soccer and basketball … Made the all-region and all-area teams in basketball his junior year … Honor-roll student … Member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Personal: Born in Charleston, S.C. … Son of Kurt and Melanie Wyndham … Major is elementary education. Community Cats: Participated in Read Across Ameica and another youth literacy event (2010). Taylor says … My ideal vacation spot is: out in the ocean without a care in the world … The coolest thing about being at UK is: how I get to meet new people every day and make new friendships … The one thing I like most about football is: to be a part of something with a group of guys that I’ve grown close to like a family … Something people might not know about me is: I enjoy writing poetry and listening to classical/opera music to relieve stress or study … What I like about Coach Phillips is: he is a very fun and energetic person who enjoys having fun and getting the job done.

Tackles 28 26 14 68

TFL-Yds. 6.5-19 4.5-23 1-1 12-43

Sacks-Yds. 2-9 2.5-22 0 4.5-31

FF 1 1 0 2

Opponent at Louisville vs. WKU vs. Akron at Florida at Ole Miss vs. Auburn vs. South Carolina vs. Georgia at Miss. State vs. CSU vs. Vanderbilt at Tennessee vs. Pittsburgh Totals

Tackles 1 2 1 3 2 1 2 6 0 3

Sacks-Yds. 1-6 0 1-3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

TFL-Yds. 1-6 0.5-2 1-3 0 0 0 0 2.5-3 0 0.5-1

FC 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

FR 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

1-4 0 0 6.5-19

0 0 0 1

0 1 0 1

0 0 0 2

Tackles 2 1 4 1 2 4 1 3 3 2 2 0 1 26

Sacks-Yds. 0 0 1.5-13 0 0 0 1-9 0 0 0 0 0 0 2.5-22

TFL-Yds. 0 0 1.5-13 0 0.5-0 0 1-9 1-1 0.5-0 0 0 0 0 4.5-23

FC 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

FR 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

PBU 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

TAYLOR WYNDHAM

FR 1 0 0 1

Wyndham Game-by-Game Statistics 2009 Opponent vs Miami (Ohio) Louisville Florida Alabama at South Carolina at Auburn ULM Mississippi State Eastern Kentucky at Vanderbilt

0 0 0 2-9

2010

Wyndham Career Statistics Year Position G-GS 2009 Defensive End 13-7 2010 Defensive End 13-6 2011 Defensive End 12-3 Totals 38-16

2 4 1 28

PBU 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 55

2012 KENTUCKY SIGNEES Daron Blaylock, DB, 6-1, 215, Fr-HS, Marietta, Ga. (Walton) – Played both safety and linebacker in high school … Second-team all-state in Class AAAAA by the Georgia Sports Writers Association … Helped Walton HS to a 14-1 record and state runnerup finish … Ranked as the No. 31 inside linebacker in the nation by 24/7 Sports … Has been timed in the 4.5-second range in the 40yard dash, an excellent time for a linebacker … Son of Mookie Blaylock, who played 13 years in the NBA … Twin brother of fellow UK signee Zack Blaylock.

as a junior, featuring 10 tackles for loss, six quarterback sacks and a pass interception … One of the top-10 prospects in Kentucky by Rivals.com, 24/7 Sports and SuperPrep. Josh Harris, DB, 6-0, 191, Fr-HS, Maysville, Ky. (Mason County) – Versatile athlete played running back, receiver, linebacker and defensive back at Mason County (Ky.) HS … Rushed for 2,848 yards and 42 touchdowns in his career, despite missing most of his senior season because of injury … Totaled 582 receiving yards and eight TDs … Totaled 287 tackles and six fumble recoveries on defense … Team went 9-2 his junior season and 10-1 as a sophomore … The No. 2 prospect in Kentucky by SuperPrep.

Shawn Blaylock, DB, 5-10, 166, Fr-HS, Lithonia, Ga. (Stephenson) – Twoway player in high school, seeing action as a wide receiver and cornerback … Projects as a defensive back as a collegian … Broke the school record with three interceptions in a game … Team posted a 9-2 record and advanced to the state playoffs both his seasons at Stephenson HS … The nation’s No. 77 corner by Scout.com … Has been timed under 4.5 seconds in the 40-yard dash … Teammate of current UK signee DeMarcus Sweat.

Khalid Henderson, LB, 6-0, 213, Fr-HS, Mableton, Ga. (Pebblebrook) – Linebacker combines good size with outstanding athleticism … Has been timed as fast as 4.57 seconds in the 40-yard dash ... Made 74 tackles with two interceptions as a senior at Pebblebrook HS in Mableton, Ga. … The No. 19 outside linebacker in the nation by ESPN and the No. 17 prospect in Georgia … Rated as the No. 51 outside linebacker in the nation by Scout.com … One of the top-60 prospects in Georgia by 24/7 Sports.

Zack Blaylock, DB, 6-0, 188, Fr-HS, Marietta, Ga. (Walton) – Big-play performer from his safety position … Intercepted 11 passes as a senior, returning five for touchdowns … First-team all-state in Class AAAAA by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Georgia Sports Writers Association … Helped Walton HS to a 14-1 record and state runnerup finish in Class AAAAA … Rated the No. 34 safety in the nation by Rivals.com … Son of Mookie Blaylock, who played 13 years in the NBA … Twin brother of fellow UK signee Daron Blaylock.

T.J. Jones, OL, 6-6, 290, Fr-HS, Myrtle Beach, S.C. (Myrtle Beach) – Offensive line prospect who projects as a tackle on the collegiate level … Helped Myrtle Beach HS win at least 11 games every season, including the Class AAA state championship his junior year with a 14-1 record … Rated the No. 23 prospect in South Carolina by 24/7 Sports and No. 28 in the state by Rivals.com … No. 34 in South Carolina by SuperPrep … One of the nation’s top-100 offensive tackles by 24/7 and Scout.com.

Kory Brown, DB, 6-0, 208, So-JC, Moncks Corner, S.C. (Berkeley/East Central Community College) – Enrolled at UK in January … Has three years of eligibility at UK after redshirting 2011 while recovering from a knee injury … Spent the last two years at East Central Community College in Decatur, Miss. … Played four games at safety as a freshman until sustaining the injury … During those four games he made 26 tackles, caused two fumbles and intercepted a pass … The nation’s No. 3 juco safety by 24/7 Sports.

A.J. Legree, WR, 6-1, 178, Fr-HS, Fort White, Fla. (Fort White) – Talented receiver has the athletic ability of a state-champion high jumper … As a senior, caught 47 passes for 698 yards and 10 touchdowns … First-team all-state in Class AAA by AP … Had a breakout performance in the Florida North-South All-Star Game … Was named the No. 2 prospect in the game by Rivals.com and the “Sleeper of the Night” by Scout.com … Won the state high-jump championship as a junior with a leap of six feet, 10 inches.

Thomas Chapman, DL, 6-4, 285, Fr-HS, Louisville, Ky. (duPont Manual) – Highly regarded defensive tackle prospect … The nation’s No. 30 DT and the No. 2 prospect in Kentucky by Rivals.com … The No. 31 tackle and No. 4 Kentucky prospect by 24/7 Sports … The No. 32 tackle nationally by Scout.com … No. 4 in Kentucky by ESPN and SuperPrep … Selected for the OffenseDefense All-America Game at Cowboys Stadium … Bounced back to play his senior year after missing most of his junior season because of injury.

Dyshawn Mobley, RB, 5-11, 205, Fr-HS, Powell, Tenn. (Powell) – Set Tennessee single-season rushing records with 3,068 yards and 44 touchdowns as a senior … Averaged 12.2 yards per carry … Led Powell (Tenn.) to a 14-1 record, reaching the state championship game in Class AAAAA … Named to the all-state “Dream Team,” covering all classifications, selected by the Nashville Tennessean … First-team all-state by The Associated Press … Career totals feature 5,849 rushing yards, averaging more than 10 yards per carry, and 76 touchdowns.

Landon Foster, K/P, 6-1, 198, Fr-HS, Thompson Station, Tenn. (Independence) – Has the ability and versatility to be a punter and kicker on the collegiate level … First-team all-state in Class AAAAAA as a kicker by the Tennessee Sports Writers’ Association … Picked as the punter for the all-state “Dream Team,” covering all classifications, by the Nashville Tennesseean … Made 11 of 16 field goals as a senior with a long of 49 … Averaged 41.3 yards per punt … Rated the No. 8 kicker in the nation by Scout.com and the No. 12 kicker by 24/7 Sports.

Zach Myers, OL, 6-3, 285, Fr-HS, Miamisburg, Ohio (Miamisburg) – Combines good athletic ability with offensive line skills … Played offensive guard at Miamisburg (Ohio) HS … Could become a center as a collegian … Rated as the No. 52 offensive guard in the nation by Rivals.com … Also the No. 79 guard by 24/7 Sports and the No. 85 guard by Scout.com … One of the top 60 prospects in the talent-rich state of Ohio by Rivals … Named second-team All-Southwest Ohio … Son of Brad Myers, an offensive lineman at UK from 1984-87.

Patrick Graffree, DL, 6-4, 270, Fr-HS, Elizabethtown, Ky. (Central Hardin) – Second-team all-state as a senior by The Associated Press and the Louisville Courier-Journal … Played at Central Hardin HS, team’s best finish was 9-3 as a junior, advancing to the second round of the state playoffs … Totaled 91 tackles

Langston Newton, DL, 6-4, 254, Fr-HS, Carmel, Ind. (Carmel) – First-team all-state as a senior … Helped lead Carmel HS to a 14-1 record and state championship in Class AAAAA … A disruptive presence in the defensive line, combining good size, strength and athletic ability … The No. 6 prospect in Indiana and the No. 28 strongside defensive end in the nation by 24/7 Sports … Rated as the No. 69 overall prospect in the six-state Midwest area by SuperPrep … Brother of current Kentucky quarterback Morgan Newton.

Fred Tiller, DB, 6-0, 180, Fr-HS, Homerville, Ga. (Clinch County) – Outstanding athlete was a standout wide receiver and cornerback at Clinch County HS … First-team all-state by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Georgia Sports Writers Association as a senior … Helped Clinch to a 15-0 record and Class A state championship as a junior … Caught 31 passes for 736 yards and nine touchdowns during that junior year, along with 65 tackles and five interceptions on defense … Rated the No. 45 athlete in the nation by Rivals.com.

Cody Quinn, DB, 5-10, 163, Fr-HS, Middletown, Ohio (Middletown) – Brings outstanding speed, having run the 40-yard dash under 4.5 seconds … Helped Middletown (Ohio) HS to three-consecutive 10-win seasons and berths in the state playoffs … Third-team All-Ohio by The Associated Press as a senior … Intercepted two passes, returning one for a touchdown, and had 10 pass breakups … Returned two kickoffs for touchdowns as a junior … The No. 102 prospect in the six-state Midwest area by SuperPrep.

Jon Toth, OL, 6-5, 290, Fr-HS, Indianapolis, Ind. (Brebeuf Jesuit) – Big offensive lineman who also is noted for his athleticism ... Could be slotted as a guard or tackle on the collegiate level … Played at Brebeuf Jesuit in Indianapolis, Ind. … Helped Brebeuf advance to the state playoffs each year he was on the varsity … Ranked as the No. 11 player in Indiana and the No. 33 offensive guard in the nation by 24/7 Sports … Rated the nation’s No. 60 offensive tackle by Scout.com … Name is pronounced “TOETH” with a long “o” sound.

Jonathan Reed, DB, 5-9, 185, Fr-HS, Indianapolis, Ind. (Pike) – Swift cornerback has been timed as low as 4.38 seconds in the 40-yard dash … Played at Pike HS in Indianapolis, Ind. … Helped Pike to a state playoff berth each season … Runner-up in the state sectional as a junior with a 9-3 record … One of the top-10 prospects in Indiana by ESPN … Also the nation’s No. 44 cornerback prospect by ESPN … Named to the juniors-only all-state team in 2010 by the Indiana Football Coaches Association.

Patrick Towles, QB, 6-5, 242, Fr-HS, Ft. Thomas, Ky. (Highlands) – Named a Parade magazine All-American … “Mr. Football” in Kentucky … Led Highlands HS to three consecutive state championships and a record of 44-1 … As a senior completed 171 of 279 passes (61.3 percent) for 3,820 yards with 42 touchdowns and only one interception … Also rushed for 589 yards and 15 TDs … Career totals feature 7,429 passing yards and 73 touchdown passes while rushing for 1,718 yards and 38 TDs … One of the top-10 pro-style QBs in the country by Rivals.com and 24/7 Sports.

DeMarcus Sweat, WR, 6-1, 192, Fr-HS, Lithonia, Ga. (Stephenson) – Combines good size with explosive ability … Has good height for a receiver … Big-play potential shown by his three punt return touchdowns and three kickoff return touchdowns during his senior season … Has been timed as fast as 4.43 seconds in the 40-yard dash … One of the nation’s top-100 wide receivers by ESPN … One of top-80 prospects in Georgia by ESPN and 24/7 Sports … Teammate of current UK signee Shawn Blaylock.

Jordan Watson, OL, 6-4, 315, Fr-HS, Fayetteville, Ga. (Whitewater) – Wellregarded offensive lineman … The No. 39 offensive guard in the nation by Scout.com … No. 37 nationally by 24/7 Sports … Rated as the No. 31 prospect in Georgia by SuperPrep … Earned first-team all-state honors by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution … Played at Whitewater HS in Fayetteville, Ga., and blocked for current Wildcat Josh Clemons … Earned a spot in the Georgia Athletic Coaches Association North-South All-Star Classic.

Jordan Swindle, OL, 6-7, 310, Fr-HS, St. Johns, Fla. (Creekside) – Secondteam all-state as a senior in Florida Class AAAAA by The Associated Press … Big offensive line prospect … His height and long reach are ideal for pass protection … Helped lead Creekside HS to an 8-4 record as a senior and the first state playoff win in school history … Named All-First Coast (all-area) by the Florida Times-Union … Also named to the Times-Union “Super 24” list of top area prospects … One of the nation’s top-100 offensive tackles by ESPN.

Jalen Whitlow, QB/ATH, 6-2, 210, Fr-HS, Prattville, Ala. (Prattville) – Exciting athlete with multiple skills … Helped Prattville (Ala.) HS to the Class AAAAAA state championship and a top-25 national ranking … Split time at quarterback and wide receiver … Earned honorable-mention all-state honors even though he wasn’t the team’s full-time quarterback … Listed as the nation’s No. 12 dualthreat QB and the No. 20 prospect in Alabama by 24/7 Sports … The No. 32 prospect in Alabama by Rivals.com.

Justin Taylor, RB, 5-10, 200, Fr-HS, Atlanta, Ga. (North Atlanta) – One of the nation’s top-40 running backs by ESPN and 24/7 Sports … Committed to Alabama prior to his senior year at North Atlanta HS but incurred a knee injury in September … Decided to re-open his recruitment after Alabama asked him to grayshirt … Expected to be ready to compete when practice begins in August … Rushed for approximately 1,500 yards and 10 touchdowns as a junior at Washington HS in Atlanta … Named All-Atlanta as a junior.

Sterling Wright, DB, 5-11, 201, Fr-HS, Miami, Fla. (Coral Reef/North Carolina Tech) – Played prep school football at North Carolina Tech in Charlotte, the same school that produced current Wildcat Farrington Huguenin … Known as a hard hitter with good range … Played his high school football at Coral Reef HS in Miami, Fla. … Helped team to a 6-4 record senior year … Totaled 55 tackles and caused eight fumbles.

Kadeem “Pancho” Thomas, LB, 6-0, 225, Fr-HS, Tallahassee, Fla. (Godby) – A tackling machine at Godby HS … Racked up 142 tackles as a senior … Helped team to a 9-3 record and a spot in the second round of the state playoffs … Totaled 143 stops as a junior, ranking sixth in the state in tackles, and was named the Area Defensive Player of the Year by the Tallahassee QB Club … One of the nation’s top 40 inside linebackers by Rivals.com, 24/7 Sports and ESPN … Played in the Florida North-South All-Star Game. 57

2011 KENTUCKY FOOTBALL STATISTICS Record: ALL GAMES CONFERENCE NON-CONFERENCE

Overall 5-7-0 2-6-0 3-1-0

Date Sep 01, 2011 Sep 10, 2011 Sep 17, 2011 *Sep 24, 2011 *Oct 01, 2011 *Oct 08, 2011 Oct 22, 2011 *Oct 29, 2011 *Nov 05, 2011 *Nov 12, 2011 *Nov 19, 2011 *Nov 26, 2011 * denotes conference game

Opponent vs WKU CENTRAL MICHIGAN LOUISVILLE #15 FLORIDA at #1 LSU at #18 South Carolina JACKSONVILLE STATE MISSISSIPPI STATE OLE MISS at Vanderbilt at #13 Georgia TENNESSEE

Rushing CoShik Williams Josh Clemons Morgan Newton Jonathan George Matt Roark Raymond Sanders Brandon Gainer Cody Jones Ryan Tydlacka Demarco Robinson D.J. Warren Team Maxwell Smith Total.......... Opponents......

GP 9 6 10 11 12 6 3 3 12 7 12 12 8 12 12

Passing Morgan Newton Maxwell Smith Matt Roark Team Josh Clemons Raymond Sanders Total.......... Opponents......

Home 4-3-0 2-2-0 2-1-0

Att 118 65 78 51 30 40 11 2 1 5 2 5 20 428 487

Gain 514 293 411 226 180 171 45 8 7 13 4 0 1 1873 2438

G 10 8 12 12 6 6 12 12

Away 0-4-0 0-4-0 0-0-0 W/L W W L L L L W L W L L W

Loss 28 14 139 18 19 16 6 0 0 10 1 22 110 383 240

Score 14-3 27-13 17-24 10-48 7-35 3-54 38-14 16-28 30-13 8-38 10-19 10-7

Net 486 279 272 208 161 155 39 8 7 3 3 -22 -109 1490 2198

Avg 4.1 4.3 3.5 4.1 5.4 3.9 3.5 4.0 7.0 0.6 1.5 -4.4 -5.4 3.5 4.5

Efficiency 93.11 103.27 75.14 0.00 -200.00 0.00 96.21 117.86

Receiving La'Rod King Matt Roark CoShik Williams Nick Melillo E.J. Fields Gene McCaskill Tyler Robinson Brian Adams Demarco Robinson Raymond Sanders Josh Clemons D.J. Warren Anthony Kendrick Jonathan George Ronnie Shields Stuart Hines Aaron Boyd Total.......... Opponents......

G 12 12 9 12 10 9 11 11 7 6 6 12 5 11 7 12 3 12 12

No. 40 36 19 17 10 9 8 5 5 5 4 4 3 2 2 1 1 171 175

Yds 598 349 70 186 89 85 44 46 17 13 53 24 22 10 10 6 5 1627 2326

Punting Ryan Tydlacka Team Total.......... Opponents......

No. 79 1 80 67

Yds 3448 11 3459 2665

Avg 43.6 11.0 43.2 39.8

Punt Returns Randall Burden Gene McCaskill Total.......... Opponents......

No. 15 4 19 18

Yds 26 9 35 153

Avg 1.7 2.2 1.8 8.5

Neutral 1-0-0 0-0-0 1-0-0

TD 3 2 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 14

Attendance 24599 58022 68170 65134 92660 75838 54098 57891 56882 33718 92746 59855

Long 37 87 58 17 26 25 11 5 12 13 4 0 1 87 84

Avg/G 54.0 46.5 27.2 18.9 13.4 25.8 13.0 2.7 0.6 0.4 0.2 -1.8 -13.6 124.2 183.2

Att-Cmp-Int 83-174-7 84-153-4 4-7-0 0-1-0 0-1-1 0-0-0 171-336-12 175-342-15 Avg 14.9 9.7 3.7 10.9 8.9 9.4 5.5 9.2 3.4 2.6 13.2 6.0 7.3 5.0 5.0 6.0 5.0 9.5 13.3 Long 64 11 64 58

TD 7 1 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 19 TB 7 0 7 7

TD 0 0 0 0

UK 170 84 67 19

RUSHING YARDAGE Rushing Attempts Average Per Rush Average Per Game TDs Rushing

1490 428 3.5 124.2 9

PASSING YARDAGE Comp-Att-Int Average Per Pass Average Per Catch Average Per Game TDs Passing

1627 171-336-12 4.8 9.5 135.6 12

TOTAL OFFENSE Average Per Play Average Per Game KICK RETURNS: #-Yards PUNT RETURNS: #-Yards INT RETURNS: #-Yards FUMBLES-LOST PENALTIES-Yards PUNTS-AVG TIME OF POSSESSION/Game 3RD-DOWN Conversions 4TH-DOWN Conversions

3117 4.1 259.8 47-952 19-35 15-198 22-12 59-482 80-43.2 28:38 51/176 9/23

Pct 47.7 54.9 57.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 50.9 51.2 Long 55 46 16 29 16 34 8 15 8 11 38 15 8 12 6 6 5 55 53

FC 13 0 13 18

Team Statistics FIRST DOWNS Rushing Passing Penalty

Avg/G 49.8 29.1 7.8 15.5 8.9 9.4 4.0 4.2 2.4 2.2 8.8 2.0 4.4 0.9 1.4 0.5 1.7 135.6 193.8 I20 19 0 19 19

Blkd 0 1 1 0

Long 11 5 11 34

Yds 793 819 15 0 0 0 1627 2326

OPP 234 121 99 14

TD 8 4 0 0 0 0 12 19

2198 487 4.5 183.2 14

2326 175-342-15 6.8 13.3 193.8 19

4524 5.5 377.0 28-563 18-153 12-91 18-10 74-639 67-39.8 31:22 71/179 6/15 Lng 46 55 15 0 0 0 55 53

Avg/G 79.3 102.4 1.2 0.0 0.0 0.0 135.6 193.8

Interceptions Danny Trevathan Randall Burden Winston Guy Ronnie Sneed Martav. Neloms Avery Williamson Taiedo Smith Luke McDermott Total.......... Opponents......

No. 4 3 2 2 1 1 1 1 15 12

Yds 73 60 0 4 6 15 26 14 198 91

Avg 18.2 20.0 0.0 2.0 6.0 15.0 26.0 14.0 13.2 7.6

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Long 28 32 0 4 6 15 26 14 32 53

Kick Returns Mychal Bailey Ashely Lowery Winston Guy Raymond Sanders Demarco Robinson D.J. Warren Daylen Hall Total.......... Opponents......

No. 29 5 5 4 2 1 1 47 28

Yds 600 107 118 86 10 11 20 952 563

Avg 20.7 21.4 23.6 21.5 5.0 11.0 20.0 20.3 20.1

TD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

Long 36 28 33 30 6 11 20 36 99

Field Goals FGM-FGA Craig McIntosh 12-14

Pct 85.7

01-19 0-0

20-29 6-7

30-39 3-3

40-49 3-4

50-99 0-0

Lg 48

Blk 0

Scoring Craig McIntosh La'Rod King CoShik Williams Josh Clemons Jonathan George Morgan Newton Matt Roark Martav. Neloms Nick Melillo Tyler Robinson E.J. Fields Gene McCaskill Maxwell Smith Total.......... Opponents......

TD 0 7 3 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 22 36

FGs 12-14 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 12-14 15-19

Kick 20-21 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 20-21 35-36

PATs Rush 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0

Rcv 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0

Pass 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 1-1 1-1 0-0

DXP 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Saf 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Pts 56 42 18 12 12 12 8 6 6 6 6 6 0 190 296

Score By Quarters

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

KENTUCKY

190

Opponents

296

All Purpose

Rush

Rec

KOR

Tot

Mychal Bailey

600

54.5

La'Rod King

598

49.8

Total..........

1490

1627

952

198

4302

358.5

Opponents......

2198

2326

153

563

5331

444.2

Total Offense

Plays

Rush

Pass

Total

Avg/G

Morgan Newton

252

272

793

1065

106.5

Maxwell Smith

173

-109

819

710

88.8

Total..........

764

1490

1627

3117

259.8

Opponents......

829

2198

2326

4524

377.0

Blkd Kick

Saf

Tackles Defensive Leaders

Solo

Ast

Total

TFL/Yds

Sacks/No-Yds

Pass Def Int-Yds BrUp

QBH

Fumbles Rcv-Yds

Total

Avg/G

Danny Trevathan

143

11.5-32

3.0-20

4-73

1-0

Winston Guy

120

14.0-39

1.5-5

2-0

1-0

Martavius Neloms

2.5-12

1.0-8

1-6

1-40

Ronnie Sneed

1.5-3

2-4

Avery Williamson

1.5-3

1-15

Ridge Wilson

3.0-12

2.0-10

1-0

Randall Burden

2.5-16

1.0-12

3-60

Mister Cobble

3.0-10

1.0-3

Donte Rumph

3.0-6

1.0-2

Mikie Benton

0.5-1

Collins Ukwu

6.5-30

2.5-20

3-0

Anthony Mosley

1.0-1

Alvin Dupree

2.5-14

1-0

Christian Coleman

0.5-0

Luke McDermott

1.5-9

1-14

Mike Douglas

2.0-12

1.0-10

Ashely Lowery

1-0

Taylor Wyndham

1.0-1

Antwane Glenn

1.0-2

Malcolm McDuffen

Cartier Rice

Taiedo Smith

1-26

1-0

Mark Crawford

3.0-6

1.0-4

Mychal Bailey

Matt Roark

E.J. Fields

Miles Simpson

1.0-4

Gabe Correll

Eric Dixon

1.0-9

Alvin Davis

Jon Thomas

Larry Warford

La'Rod King

Billy Joe Murphy

Tristian Johnson

Brian Adams

Daylen Hall

Glenn Faulkner

Total..........

420

464

884

64-222

20-126

15-198

10-40

Opponents......

424

422

846

89.0-368

35-211

12-91

12-26

2012 SPRING Coach Joker Phillips feels a sense of momentum as his Kentucky football team heads into the 2012 spring practice. Kentucky went 5-7 last season – obviously not the record to which Phillips aspires – but the Wildcats finished well with a strong performance at Georgia and a season-ending win over Tennessee. Followed by a solid recruiting class and a productive offseason workout program, Phillips is optimistic as he anticipates spring workouts. “I definitely have (optimism) with the enthusiasm and the excitement about how we finished the season,” the third-year coach said. “We played really well against Georgia, we played good enough to win in the Tennessee game. Those two games alone gave us a lot of momentum. We had a lot of young players playing in those games. For those guys to go in and make plays gave them nothing but confidence going into the offseason.” Kentucky has six starters on offense and five on defense among the 49 returning lettermen. Spring drills begin March 21, a set of 15 practices. The coach has much to accomplish before the finale, the Blue/White Game on April 21. “We just have to get fundamentally better all across the board – offense, defense and special teams. If we can get fundamentally and assignment sound we have enough athletes to be a good football team,” Phillips said.

OUTLOOK

OFFENSE

In the spring, Phillips believes the first order of business will be to continue building a passing attack that was inconsistent a year ago. “We have to be able to throw the ball more efficiently,” Phillips said. “Find out who our playmakers are and get it in their hands. We have to do a better job this spring of figuring out who our playmakers are and then put them in position to make plays.” In stark contrast to a year ago, when UK had to replace the starting quarterback, tailback and top two receivers from the 2010 team, the Wildcat playmakers return virtually intact from last fall. Injuries struck the quarterback position last season as Morgan Newton and Maxwell Smith shared the position. Newton, now entering his senior campaign, completed 47 percent of his throws for 793 yards and eight touchdowns. He’s also a dangerous runner with 272 yards and two TDs on the ground. He will not have contact in the spring while rehabilitating a shoulder injury but will rejoin the competition in August. That leaves Smith as the starting QB in the spring. He completed 54.9 percent for 819 yards and four touchdowns en route to Freshman AllSoutheastern Conference honors. Sophomore Jacob Russell, a transfer from Eastern Kentucky, has good size and showed passing and running ability last season in practice. It will be interesting to watch the progress of the wide receivers in the spring. One starter Quarterback Morgan Newton will be held out of has departed, Matt Roark (36 catches, 1 TD), contact in spring practice but is expected to return in but the remainder of the group is available and August. He has started 17 games in his career and will be joined by promising newcomers. thrown for 1,764 yards and 14 touchdowns as a Senior La’Rod King led the team in every Wildcat. receiving category last season with 40 catches for 598 yards and seven touchdowns. He combines size, hands and speed with the ability to make contested catches. Seniors Gene McCaskill, E.J. Fields and Aaron Boyd bring more experience. McCaskill has been the most accomplished with 41 catches in his career. Junior Brian Adams has shown flashes of noteworthy ability, although he will split the spring between football and outfield duties on the baseball team. Some exciting youngsters will challenge the veterans, sophomore Demarco Robinson and a trio of redshirt freshmen, Daryl Collins, Rashad Cunningham and converted quarterback Bookie Cobbins. Despite the graduation of Nick Melillo (17 catches, one TD), the tight end position has plenty of experience returning with juniors Tyler Robinson, Jordan Aumiller and Anthony Kendrick and sophomore Ronnie Shields. Robinson, with 19 career catches and 2 TDs, and Aumiller (18 career catches, 1 TD) have been the most productive. Like the quarterbacks, the tailback position was beset by injuries last season. Five different players handled the role, including senior CoShik Williams (486 yards, 3 TD), juniors Jonathan George (208 yards, 2 TD) and 6

Neloms and Mikie Benton. Neloms is the team’s leading returning tackler. He made 71 stops last season and added 2.5 tackles for loss, five pass breakups, an interception and a fumble return for a touchdown. Benton made 28 tackles and led the team in pass breakups with seven. Two youngsters showed good potential last season, Ashely Lowery and Glenn Faulkner, and will enter the spring as the backup safeties.

Raymond Sanders (155 yards), and sophs Josh Clemons (279 yards, 2 TD) and Brandon Gainer (39 yards). They will continue their competition in the spring, although Clemons will be held out of contact work. D.J. Warren won the starting fullback role as a true freshman. A year of experience and a year in the weight room will help his blocking and he is also a good runner and pass catcher when called upon. Three starters depart in the offensive line. The forward wall will be led by senior Larry Warford, who has earned second-team All-SEC honors each of the past two seasons, and Matt Smith, a two-year starter at center. Sophomore Darrian Miller is expected to man left tackle. Sophomore Teven Eatmon-Nared and redshirt freshman Zach West will battle at left guard; senior Trevino Woods and junior Kevin Mitchell are set to compete at right tackle.

SPECIAL TEAMS There is much work to do in this area after the loss of second-team All-SEC punter Ryan Tydlacka, snapper Jon Thomas, kickoff returner Mychal Bailey and punt returner Randall Burden. Junior Joe Mansour and talented redshirt freshman Jay Willmott will duel for the punting duties. Ashely Lowery, Raymond Sanders and Demarco Robinson returned some kickoffs last season and Gene McCaskill has some game experience on punt returns. Senior Craig McIntosh has handled placekicking the last two seasons, making 23 of 29 field goals. His long has been 50 yards and he has the leg to make them from longer distances.

DEFENSE In 2011, UK’s first season under the system of defensive coordinator Rick Minter, the Wildcats showed a greater ability in the difference-making plays – turnovers, tackles for loss and quarterback sacks – that Coach Joker Phillips was seeking. Minter often has said that his teams usually make a big improvement in their second season, once the players have the system thoroughly ingrained. But that will be a challenge in 2012 after the departure of six starters, most notably All-America linebacker Danny Trevathan and All-SEC safety/linebacker Winston Guy, who were the top two tacklers in the SEC last season. Cornerbacks Randall Burden and Anthony Mosley, along with reliable middle linebacker Ronnie Sneed, also have graduated. Fortunately, almost all of the defensive line returns from last season, featuring six players who have starting experience. Senior end Collins Ukwu continues to develop as a big-play performer. He made 28 tackles last season, including 6.5 for loss and 2.5 quarterback sacks. Junior starting tackles Mister Cobble and Donte Rumph posted 33 and 31 tackles, respectively, and each had three TFL and a QB sack. Senior Taylor Wyndham (14 tackles) brings plenty of experience to the end opposite Ukwu. A couple of sophomores, end Mike Douglas (16 tackles, 2 TFL, one sack) and tackle Christian Coleman (21 tackles) saw spot starting duty last season and showed exciting potential. Several young players will push for playing time in the line. One player to watch is sophomore Nermin Delic, who missed last season after making a good impression as a true freshman in 2010. The hybrid linebacker/end is led by sophomore Alvin Dupree, who came on strong late in the season when he started the final three games. Dupree racked up 21 tackles on the season, including 2.5 quarterback sacks. Junior Avery Williamson got a lot of playing time as a reserve middle linebacker last season and piled up 49 tackles, 1.5 for loss and made an interception. Several additional young linebackers will get a chance to make their mark in the spring, including sophomores Malcolm McDuffen and Tyler Brause and redshirt freshmen Demarius Rancifer, Tim Patterson and Jabari Johnson. The cornerback positions must be rebuilt after the departure of both starters. Senior Cartier Rice has been a reliable reserve in his career, with one interception and four pass breakups, and will get first shot at a regular role at one corner. Sophomores Eric Dixon and Eric Simmons, along with converted tailback Marcus Caffey, will be in the hunt for playing time as well. There should be a good competition at the hybrid safety/linebacker in the spring. Sophomore Miles Simpson made five tackles last season, including one for loss, and will be challenged by junior-college transfer Kory Brown and redshirt freshman Josh Forrest. Both of the starters return at the deep safety positions with seniors Martavius

Senior Cartier Rice is the only Wildcat with game experience at cornerback. He has one interception and four pass breakups during his career.

CAT SCRATCHES C O A C H P H I L L I P S S AY S . . . Q:

What did it mean for you to finish the 2011 season with a win over Tennessee? “It meant a lot to our program. One of our goals, going in to the season, was to win our last game. It had been three years since we had won our last game. Especially with a lot of the young kids, we wanted our last game to carry us through the offseason.”

Q: A:

What are your offensive goals in the spring? “We have to be able to throw the ball more efficiently. Find out who our playmakers are and get it their hands. We have to do a better job this spring of figuring out who our playmakers are and then put them in position to make plays.”

Do you feel better than you did a year ago after having graduated virtually all of the playmakers from the 2010 team? “I do feel better. There’s a lot of guys who made plays for us last year who are looking to be more consistent. Another year in our system gives them a chance to feel a little bit more comfortable, gives them the ability to play faster and make more plays for us.”

Have you seen that effect in the offseason? “I definitely have with the enthusiasm and the excitement about how we finished the season. We played really well against Georgia, we played good enough to win in the Tennessee game. Those two games alone

us a lot of momentum. We had a lot of young players playing in those games. For those guys to go in and make plays gave them nothing but confidence going into the offseason.”

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Q: A:

Does the strong finish to the season and your recruiting class give you momentum going into the spring? “We do feel like we have some positive momentum. The offseason is important (to continue the momentum). We have to have a really good offseason, really good spring and fall camp with player development.” Q: A:

Do you have some general goals for spring practice? “We just have to get fundamentally better all across the board – offense, defense and special teams. If we can get fundamentally and assignment sound we have enough athletes to be a good football team.” Coach Joker Phillips celebrates UK’s win over Tennessee, which broke a 26-year streak against the Volunteers.

On defense, you have to replace the top two tacklers in the SEC, linebacker Danny Trevathan and safety Winston Guy. What are your thoughts on that? “Although we have to replace them, I really feel comfortable that they rubbed off on some of our younger guys. They (younger players) saw what it looks like to play at a high level. I think that was important that our guys were able to see that and see how those guys went about their business and I think that will definitely help us in year two of this defense (under second-year defensive coordinator Rick Minter).” What are your goals for special teams in the spring? “We have to start finding out who our returners are, our punter and our snapper. We made a lot of progress in covering kicks last season that needs to continue. We were able to put a lot of young guys on our cover

and Donte Rumph, plus sophomore Christian Coleman. Cobble had 33 tackles last season, including three for loss, while Rumph had 31 tackles and three TFL. Ukwu led the linemen in big plays, numbering 6.5 TFL and 2.5 quarterback sacks.

teams last year and the most encouraging thing was the Tennessee game seeing as many as six or seven freshmen covering kicks. Those guys were flying to the ball, keeping leverage on the ball and the being (aggressive) once they got there. They’ll be bigger, they’ll be faster, more familiar with how we do things on special teams.”

C AT S C E L L A N E O U S POSITION CHANGES

· Five players are expected to miss the contact portions of spring practice while recovering from injuries – quarterback Morgan Newton, tailback Josh Clemons, offensive lineman Tyler Davenport, defensive end Collins Ukwu and linebacker Jabari Johnson. All five are expected to be fully ready when practice resumes in August. · Over the last six seasons, Kentucky has come from behind in the fourth quarter to win 14 games, including once last season. Trailing Ole Miss 13-10, UK scored 20 unanswered points in the fourth quarter for the 30-13 win. · UK has ranked in the nation’s top 25 in attendance every year but two since Commonwealth Stadium was expanded in 1999.

Heading into spring practice, several Wildcats will be making significant position changes: · In the offensive line, Kevin Mitchell will move from left guard to right tackle · Marcus Caffey, amidst a logjam of six scholarship tailbacks, will get a look at cornerback in a move to get some playing time for the talented redshirt freshman · Another talented redshirt freshman, Bookie Cobbins, moves from quarterback to wide receiver · Eric Dixon, who saw some playing time at safety as a true freshman, will switch to cornerback · Sophomore Nermin Delic, who sat out the 2011 season, has returned to the Wildcats. He has grown to 280 pounds and will move inside from defensive end to defensive tackle

Junior defensive tackle Mister Cobble will be a key figure for the Wildcat defense. He accounted for 33 tackles last season, including three for loss.

COACHING CHANGES There have been two changes on the full-time coaching staff since the end of the 2011 season. Mike Cassity, former Wildcat player (1971-74) and assistant coach (1979-81) has returned to coach the defensive backs. There are now four former Wildcat players on the UK staff – head coach Joker Phillips, special teams coordinator/tight ends coach Greg Nord, linebackers coach Chuck Smith and Cassity. Pat Washington is the new wide receivers coach. Washington and offensive coordinator Randy Sanders spent 11 seasons together on the Tennessee staff. Washington also has SEC coaching experience at Auburn and Mississippi State.

P L AY M A K E R S R E T U R N In stark contrast to a year ago, when UK had to replace the starting quarterback, tailback and top two receivers from the 2010 team, the Wildcat playmakers return virtually intact from last season. Quarterbacks Morgan Newton and Maxwell Smith shared the duties last year, combining to throw for 1,612 yards and 12 touchdowns. Smith enters the spring as the starting QB. Newton will have to avoid contact in the spring while a shoulder injury heals, but should be ready to go in August. All five tailbacks return from 2011. Senior-to-be CoShik Williams was the team’s leading rusher with 486 yards and three touchdowns, including the game-winner against Tennessee. Josh Clemons showed impressive ability during his freshman season and was the team’s leading rusher with 279 yards before going down with an injury midway through the season. Six lettermen are back at wide receiver and five at tight end, paced by senior wideout La’Rod King, who caught 40 passes for 598 yards and seven touchdowns last season.

D-LINE TO LEAD D-FENSE The defensive line looms as a potential strength for the Wildcat stop troops in 2011. The line has a lot of experience with three ends who have been starters – seniors Collins Ukwu and Taylor Wyndham and sophomore Mike Douglas, along with three tackles who have starting experience – juniors Mister Cobble 9

2011 GAME-BY-GAME STATISTICS Game

KENTUCKY vs. WKU

KENTUCKY vs. CMU

KENTUCKY vs. Louisville

KENTUCKY vs. Florida

KENTUCKY at LSU

KENTUCKY at South Carolina

KENTUCKY vs. Jacksonville St.

KENTUCKY vs. Miss. State

KENTUCKY vs. Ole Miss

KENTUCKY at Vanderbilt

KENTUCKY at Georgia

KENTUCKY vs. Tennessee

Score

First Time of Downs Possession

Rushing (No-Yds-TD)

Passing Total Offense (Cmp-Att-Int-Yds-TD) (Plays-Yds-TD)

3rd Down FumblesConversions Lost

14 3

11 13

26:00 34:00

33-93-1 42-141-0

7-18-3-97-1 9-27-4-93-0

51-190-2 69-234-0

3-of-13 6-of-18

1-0 0-0

27 13

14 21

25:22 34:38

37-230-2 32-88-0

9-18-1-114-1 24-45-2-295-1

55-344-3 77-383-1

3-of-11 7-of-18

1-1 0-0

17 24

21 18

29:47 30:13

32-35-0 40-181-0

27-42-0-255-2 12-22-0-146-3

74-290-2 62-327-3

7-of-18 4-of-12

2-1 1-0

10 48

16 17

31:45 28:15

36-134-0 46-405-4

22-44-2-165-1 8-18-1-115-1

80-299-1 64-520-5

4-of-17 5-of-12

2-2 2-2

7 35

13 18

28:47 31:13

39-89-0 46-179-3

7-25-0-66-1 8-21-0-169-1

64-155-1 67-348-4

3-of-15 6-of-15

2-1 1-0

3 54

6 32

21:23 38:37

27-79-0 48-288-2

4-26-4-17-0 31-43-0-351-5

53-96-0 91-639-7

2-of-13 9-of-18

2-2 2-1

38 14

22 16

33:59 26:01

55-340-2 33-158-0

10-16-0-105-2 11-25-2-112-1

71-445-4 58-270-1

6-of-13 2-of-11

2-2 3-1

16 28

18 21

37:00 23:00

39-118-1 32-134-2

29-38-0-189-0 15-21-1-264-2

77-307-1 53-398-4

9-of-19 4-of-8

3-0 3-2

30 13

20 19

28:23 31:37

31-115-2 42-205-0

19-36-0-283-2 14-30-1-197-1

67-398-4 72-402-1

5-of-13 7-of-17

1-0 0-0

8 38

9 28

21:06 38:54

22-32-0 56-203-3

15-31-0-179-1 13-23-1-207-2

53-211-1 79-410-5

0-of-12 10-of-18

2-1 1-0

10 19

10 16

24:12 35:48

21-23-0 46-155-0

18-36-2-142-1 16-29-1-162-1

57-165-1 75-317-1

5-of-16 7-of-17

2-2 4-3

10 7

10 15

35:57 24:03

56-202-1 24-61-0

4-6-0-15-0 15-38-2-215-1

62-217-1 62-276-1

4-of-16 4-of-15

2-0 1-1

GAME-BY-GAME RUSHING (No-Yds-TD) vs. WKU vs. CMU vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at South Carolina vs. JSU vs. Miss. State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee

Clemons 11-39-1 14-126-1 12-28-0 3-7-0 21-69-0 4-10-0 INJ INJ INJ INJ INJ INJ

Gainer DNP DNP DNP 4-6-0 DNP 0-0-0 7-33-0 DNP DNP DNP DNP DNP

George 0-0-0 DNP 0-0-0 8-38-0 6-10-0 4-6-0 10-66-1 15-41-1 1-1-0 6-46-0 1-0-0 0-0-0

Newton 7-29-0 13-43-1 14-(-22)-0 6-50-0 9-33-0 14-54-0 12-75-1 3-10-0 INJ INJ 0-0-0 0-0-0

Sanders 13-35-0 8-62-0 INJ INJ INJ 4-8-0 2-10-0 INJ INJ INJ 7-37-0 6-3-0

Max. Smith DNP DNP DNP 3-(-7)-0 3-(-23)-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 4-(-18)-0 2-(-8)-0 4-(-31)-0 4-(-22)-0 INJ

D.J. Warren 0-0-0 1-(-1)-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 1-4-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0

Williams 0-0-0 DNP 6-29-0 11-33-0 DNP DNP 22-148-0 15-64-0 25-111-2 10-22-0 8-11-0 21-68-1

GAME-BY-GAME RECEIVING (Rec-Yds-TD)

Adams

vs. WKU 1-4-0 vs. CMU INJ vs. Louisville 1-12-0 vs. Florida 0-0-0 at LSU 0-0-0 at South Carolina 0-0-0 vs. JSU 0-0-0 vs. Miss. State 2-15-0 vs. Ole Miss 1-15-0 at Vanderbilt 0-0-0 at Georgia 0-0-0 vs. Tennessee 0-0-0

Aumiller

Boyd

Clemons

Fields

King

McCaskill

Melillo

Roark

D. Robinson T. Robinson Sanders

Williams

0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0

DNP 1-5-0 DNP 0-0-0 DNP DNP 0-0-0 DNP DNP DNP DNP DNP

0-0-0 0-0-0 2-40-0 1-9-0 0-0-0 1-4-0 INJ INJ INJ INJ INJ INJ

DNP 0-0-0 7-57-1 2-16-0 1-16-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 DNP 0-0-0 0-0-0

2-42-1 5-100-1 7-84-1 5-50-1 2-31-0 1-8-0 5-84-2 4-13-0 3-102-1 5-82-0 0-0-0 1-2-0

1-34-0 2-9-0 0-0-0 INJ INJ INJ 0-0-0 1-4-0 3-25-1 2-13-0 0-0-0 0-0-0

0-0-0 0-0-0 3-40-0 1-29-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 3-2-0 3-23-0 4-59-1 2-18-0 1-15-0

2-11-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 3-7-0 4-19-1 1-7-0 2-12-0 13-116-0 7-116-0 1-10-0 3-51-0 0-0-0

0-0-0 0-0-0 3-1-0 2-16-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 DNP DNP 0-0-0 0-0-0 DNP 0-0-0

0-0-0 DNP 3-15-0 2-1-0 DNP DNP 1-8-0 3-14-0 1-(-2)-0 3-15-0 5-16-0 1-3-0

GAME-BY-GAME PASSING (Cmp-Att-Int-Yds-TD) vs. WKU vs. CMU vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at South Carolina vs. JSU vs. Miss. State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee

Newton 7-18-3-97-1 9-18-1-114-1 27-41-0-255-2 16-33-2-124-1 6-20-0-57-1 4-21-1-17-0 10-16-0-105-2 3-5-0-15-0 INJ INJ 1-2-0-9-0 0-0-0-0-0

Smith DNP DNP DNP 6-11-0-41-0 1-5-0-9-0 0-3-2-0-0 0-0-0-0-0 26-33-0-174-0 19-36-0-283-2 15-31-0-179-1 17-34-2-133-1 INJ

GAME-BY-GAME PUNTING

GAME-BY-GAME FIELD GOALS

(No-Yds-Avg-In20) vs. WKU vs. CMU vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at South Carolina vs. JSU vs. Miss State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee

FG Made (Miss) vs. WKU vs. CMU vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at South Carolina vs. JSU vs. Miss. State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee

Tydlacka 7-330-47.1-3 3-148-49.3-1 6-241-40.2-0 6-257-42.8-3 10-424-42.4-1 9-398-44.2-0 5-225-45.0-2 4-189-47.2-1 6-251-41.8-2 6-222-37.0-2 8-371-46.4-3 9-392-43.6-1

McIntosh None 41, 45, (24) 20 24 None 28 27 32, 22, 35 (48), 48 None 32 24

INJ 0-0-0 1-6-0 3-19-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 2-13-0 1-4-0 0-0-0 1-2-1 0-0-0

0-0-0 1-0-0 INJ INJ INJ 1-(-2)-0 0-0-0 INJ INJ INJ 2-20-0 1-(-5)-0

DEFENSIVE LINE (Tackles, Tackles for Loss, Sacks)

Game Cobble vs. WKU 0-0-0 vs. CMU 4-0-0 vs. Louisville 5-0-0 vs. Florida 3-0.5-0 at LSU 5-0-0 at South Carolina 1-0-0 vs. JSU 2-0-0 vs. Miss. State 3-0-0 vs. Ole Miss 4-0.5-0 at Vanderbilt 0-0-0 at Georgia 4-1-1 vs. Tennessee 2-1-0

Coleman 3-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 3-0-0 3-0-0 1-0-0 1-0-0 1-0-0 3-0.5-0 3-0-0 2-0-0 1-0-0

Crawford DNP DNP DNP DNP 3-0-0 1-1-0 0-0-0 1-0-0 2-2-1 0-0-0 2-0-0 0-0-0

Douglas DNP DNP DNP 2-0-0 1-0-0 3-2-1 2-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 4-0-0 4-0-0 0-0-0

Glenn 1-0-0 1-0-0 1-0-0 2-0-0 0-0-0 4-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 3-1-0 0-0-0 0-0-0

McDermott 4-1-1 1-0-0 0-0-0 2-0-0 1-0-0 1-0-0 1-0-0 2-0-0 0-0-0 2-0-0 2-0-0 1-0.5-0.5

Rumph 4-0-0 3-0.5-0 4-1-1 3-0-0 6-0-0 1-0-0 4-1-0 3-0.5-0 2-0-0 INJ 0-0-0 1-0-0

Ukwu 2-1-1 7-2-0 5-0-0 INJ INJ INJ 0-0-0 0-0-0 6-2-1 2-1-0 3-0-0 3-0.5-0.5

LINEBACKERS (Tackles, Tackles for Loss, Sacks, Pass Breakups)

Game vs. WKU vs. CMU vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at South Carolina vs. JSU vs. Miss. State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee

Dupree 2-0-0-0 0-0-0-0 0-0-0-0 1-0-0-0 0-0-0-0 0-0-0-0 3-0-0-0 0-0-0-0 1-1-1-0 5-1-1-0 5-0-0-1 4-0.5-0.5-1

Guy 10-2.5-0-0 13-0-0-0 7-1.5-1-0 11-0.5-0-0 12-2-0-0 14-2-0-0 12-0-0-2 4-0-0-0 10-2.5-0-0 9-1-0-0 4-0-0-0 14-2-0.5-0

McDuffen 0-0-0-0 1-0-0-0 0-0-0-0 1-0-0-0 1-0-0-0 4-0-0-0 0-0-0-0 0-0-0-0 1-0-0-0 0-0-0-0 1-0-0-0 0-0-0-0

Sneed 10-0.5-0-1 3-0-0-0 7-0-0-0 6-0.5-0-0 11-0-0-0 4-0-0-0 2-0-0-0 7-0-0-0 9-0.5-0-0 7-0-0-0 4-0-0-0 1-0-0-0

Trevathan 13-0-0-0 13-3-0-1 12-1-1-0 8-1.5-1-1 13-0-0-0 13-0-0-1 5-0-0-0 17-1-0-0 17-0.5-0-0 7-0-0-0 17-3-1-0 8-1.5-0-2

Williamson 5-0-0-0 2-0-0-0 4-0-0-0 4-0-0-0 2-0-0-0 5-0-0-0 7-0-0-0 4-0-0-0 3-0.5-0-0 5-0-0-0 3-0-0-0 5-1-0-0

Wilson 4-0-0-0 7-0.5-0-0 3-0-0-0 7-0-0-0 8-0-0-0 6-2-2-0 4-0-0-0 6-0.5-0-0 2-0-0-0 INJ INJ INJ

DEFENSIVE BACKS (Tackles, Pass Breakups, Interceptions)

Game vs. WKU vs. CMU vs. Louisville vs. Florida at LSU at South Carolina vs. JSU vs. Miss. State vs. Ole Miss at Vanderbilt at Georgia vs. Tennessee

Bailey DNP 0-0-0 1-0-0 3-1-0 1-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 1-0-0 1-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0

Benton 4-1-0 4-0-0 3-1-0 4-1-0 1-2-0 6-0-0 0-0-0 1-0-0 2-1-0 1-1-0 1-0-0 1-0-0

R. Burden 4-0-0 5-0-1 3-1-0 2-0-0 1-0-0 3-0-0 0-0-0 4-0-0 3-0-0 9-0-1 4-0-1 3-1-0

Guy 10-0-2 13-0-0 7-0-0 11-0-0 12-0-0 14-0-0 12-2-0 4-0-0 10-0-0 9-0-0 4-0-0 14-0-0

Lowery 0-0-0 0-0-0 1-0-0 2-0-0 0-0-0 1-0-0 0-0-0 3-0-0 1-0-0 1-0-0 5-0-0 2-0-0

Mosley 0-0-0 6-0-0 3-0-0 1-0-0 1-1-0 8-0-0 3-0-0 1-0-0 1-1-0 2-0-0 1-2-0 0-1-0

Neloms 5-1-1 10-0-0 8-0-0 1-0-0 10-0-0 7-2-0 8-1-0 7-0-0 9-0-0 6-1-0 INJ INJ

Rice 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-1-0 0-0-0 2-1-0 0-1-0 1-0-0 2-0-0 2-0-0 1-0-0 1-0-0

T. Smith INJ INJ INJ 0-0-0 DNP 1-0-0 DNP DNP DNP 1-0-0 5-0-0 2-0-1

Wyndham 1-0-0 2-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 1-0-0 0-0-0 0-0-0 1-0-0 6-1-0 2-0-0 1-0-0

2011 GAME-BY-GAME STARTERS Returning players in bold face O F F E N S I V E S TA R T E R S WKU Central Mich.

TB/WR

FB/WR/TE

Aumiller

C. Burden

Mitchell

Lanefski

Warford

Murphy

King

McCaskill

Melillo

C. Burden

Hines

Lanefski

Warford

Miller

King

McCaskill

Sanders

Roark

Newton

Sanders

Warren

Newton

Clemons T. Robinson Newton

Louisville

Melillo

C. Burden

Hines

Lanefski

Warford

Miller

King

McCaskill

Florida

Melillo

C. Burden

Hines

M. Smith

Warford

Murphy

King

Fields

LSU

Melillo

C. Burden

Hines

M. Smith

Warford

Murphy

King

Roark

Clemons T. Robinson Newton

South Carolina

Melillo

C. Burden

Hines

M. Smith

Warford

Murphy

King

Roark

Clemons

Roark

D. Robinson Newton Warren

Newton

Jacksonville St.

Melillo

C. Burden

Hines

M. Smith

Warford

Murphy

King

Roark

Sanders

Warren

Newton

Mississippi St.

Melillo

C. Burden

Hines

M. Smith

Warford

Murphy

King

Roark

Williams

McCaskill

Newton

Ole Miss

Melillo

C. Burden

Hines

M. Smith

Warford

Murphy

King

Roark

Williams

McCaskill

M. Smith

Vanderbilt

Melillo

C. Burden

Hines

M. Smith

Warford

Murphy

King

Roark

Williams

Kendrick

M. Smith

Georgia

Melillo

C. Burden

Hines

M. Smith

Warford

Murphy

King

Roark

Williams

Adams

M. Smith

Tennessee

Melillo

C. Burden

Hines

M. Smith

Warford

Murphy

King

Adams

Williams

Warren

Roark

D E F E N S I V E S TA R T E R S DE/DT

SLB

MLB

WLB

WKU

Ukwu

McDermott

Wyndham

Wilson

Sneed

Trevathan

Mosley

Guy

Neloms

Benton

R. Burden

Central Mich.

Ukwu

McDermott

Wyndham

Wilson

Sneed

Trevathan

Mosley

Guy

Neloms

Benton

R. Burden

Louisville

Ukwu

McDermott

Wyndham

Wilson

Sneed

Trevathan

Mosley

Guy

Neloms

Benton

R. Burden

Florida

Rumph

Cobble

Glenn

Wilson

Sneed

Trevathan

Rice

Guy

Neloms

Benton

R. Burden

LSU

Rumph

Cobble

Douglas

Wilson

Sneed

Trevathan

Mosley

Guy

Neloms

Benton

R. Burden

South Carolina

Rumph

Cobble

Douglas

Wilson

Sneed

Trevathan

Mosley

Guy

Neloms

Benton

R. Burden

Jacksonville St.

Rumph

Cobble

Douglas

Wilson

Sneed

Trevathan

Mosley

Guy

Neloms

Benton

R. Burden

Mississippi St.

Rumph

Cobble

Ukwu

Wilson

Sneed

Trevathan

Mosley

Guy

Neloms

Benton

R. Burden

Ole Miss

Rumph

Cobble

Ukwu

Wilson

Sneed

Trevathan

Mosley

Guy

Neloms

Benton

R. Burden

Vanderbilt

Coleman

Cobble

Ukwu

Dupree

Sneed

Trevathan

Mosley

Guy

Neloms

Benton

R. Burden

Georgia

Coleman

Cobble

Ukwu

Dupree

Sneed

Trevathan

Mosley

Guy

Lowery

Benton

R. Burden

Rumph

Cobble

Ukwu

Dupree

Sneed

Trevathan

Mosley

Guy

T. Smith

Benton

R. Burden

Tennessee

HONORING THE WILDCATS IN 2011

• SEC Co-Freshman of the Week vs. Central Michigan by the league office

• First-Team All-SEC by Phil Steele’s College Football, Associated Press, Rivals.com, ESPN.com • Second-Team All-SEC by SEC Coaches • SEC “helmet sticker” from ESPN.com vs. Ole Miss and Georgia • SEC Co-Defensive Player of the Week vs. Georgia by the league office • Played in the Players All-Star Classic

W I N S T O N G U Y, S

R YA N T Y D L A C K A , P

• Second-Team All-SEC by Associated Press, SEC Coaches, Phil Steele’s College Football • National Defensive Back Performer of the Week vs. WKU by the College Football Performance Awards • Received a “helmet sticker” from ESPN “College GameDay” for the Tennessee game

• Second-Team All-SEC by Rivals.com • Third-Team All-SEC by Phil Steele’s College Football • SEC Special Teams Player of the Week vs. Tennessee by the league office • Played in the Players All-Star Classic

L A R R Y WA R F O R D , O G

STUART HINES, OG

• Second-Team All-SEC by Phil Steele’s College Football, SEC Coaches, Associated Press

CHANDLER BURDEN, OT • Played in the Casino Del Sol All-Star Game

JOSH CLEMONS, TB

• Finalist for the Wuerffel Trophy given by the All-Sports Association of Fort Walton Beach, Fla. • Finalist for the Sportsmanship Award given the Awards and Recognition Association • Semifinalist for the Scholar-Athlete Award by the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame • Academic All-District II by the College Sports Information Directors of America • SEC Community Service Team

COSHIK WILLIAMS, TB • SEC “helmet sticker” from ESPN.com vs. Jacksonville State

SEC ACADEMIC HONOR ROLL In order to earn a place on the SEC Academic Honor Roll, a student-athlete must meet several qualifications, including a 3.0 grade-point average for his entire career or the previous academic year. Kentucky had 22 players on the 2011 list.

JAKE LEWELLEN, DE • AFCA/Allstate National Good Works Team for community service

Brian Adams, WR Tyler Brause, LB Steven Duff, OG Antwane Glenn, DL Max Godby, OG Stuart Hines, OG Lionel Inanzala, DT Cody Jones, FB

L U K E M C D E R M O T T, D T • SEC Co-Defensive Lineman of the Week vs. WKU by the league office

A N T H O N Y M O S L E Y, C B • Played in the Casino Del Sol All-Star Game

B I L LY J O E M U R P H Y, O T

Jake Lanefski, OL Jake Lewellen, DE Joe Mansour, K Luke McDermott, DT Craig McIntosh, K Anthony Mosley, CB Billy Joe Murphy, OL Morgan Newton, QB

Toba Omotinugbon, FB Jacob Russell, QB Pat Simmons, K Sam Simpson, C Matt Smith, C Taiedo Smith, S

• Academic All-District II by the College Sports Information Directors of America

COACH JOKER PHILLIPS • SEC “helmet sticker” from ESPN.com for his team’s performance vs. Tennessee

MAXWELL SMITH, QB • Freshman All-SEC by SEC Coaches, Rivals.com • SEC Freshman of the Week vs. Ole Miss by the league office

TA I E D O S M I T H , S • Played in the Battle of Florida All-Star Game

RONNIE SNEED, LB • Played in the Battle of Florida All-Star Game

D A N N Y T R E VAT H A N , L B • National Linebacker of the Year by the College Football Performance Awards • Second-Team All-America by SI.com • Third-Team All-America by Rivals.com • Fourth-Team All-America by Phil Steele’s College Football

Danny Trevathan was named the 2011 National Linebacker of the Year by the College Football Performance Awards. 64