Four Kentucky football players have been recognized with preseason All-Southeastern Conference honors by Phil Steele. Junior tight end Willie Rodriguez and senior center Coleton Price made the second team, while senior safety Ty Bryant and senior offensive lineman Lance Heard were named to the third team. This recognition comes as the Wildcats prepare for a new season under head coach Will Stein, with Price and Heard being significant transfers contributing to the team's revamped lineup.

By the Numbers
  • Ty Bryant led the SEC with 4 interceptions and recorded a team-high 76 total tackles last season.
  • Coleton Price started 30 of 32 games in three seasons at Baylor and allowed only 1 sack on 526 pass blocking snaps.
State of Play
  • The Wildcats will kickoff their 2026 season against Youngstown State on September 5 at Kroger Field.
  • New season tickets for seven home games are on sale, with mini-pack options available for flexible attendance.
What's Next

The Wildcats will seek to leverage these standout players鈥� performances as they aim to improve in the SEC. Continued recruitment and player development will be crucial under the new coaching staff's plans.

Bottom Line

Kentucky football is gearing up for a promising season with key player recognition, which could translate into competitive performance on the field. The team's success will heavily rely on the contributions from both returning players and impactful transfers.