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Kentucky Football Transfer Loves Being at Kentucky, “They See My True Value”

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Demie Sumo-Karngbaye followed QB Devin Leary to Kentucky after transferring from NC State and according to an article by Jon Hale of the Lexington Herald-Leader, Sumo-Karngbaye is loving his time in Lexington.

Sumo-Karnagbaye was quoted saying, “I love it over here because I’m allowed to be more versatile. They see my true value, especially in playing receiver and running back. That’s something I can’t wait for the new fans to see.”

With the addition of former Vanderbilt RB Ray Davis, Sumo-Karngbaye has been overlooked. That is not surprising considering Davis rushed for over 1,000 yards last season at Vanderbilt (including 129 yards and 1 TD vs. UK).

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However, Sumo-Karngbaye has shown that he can contribute for the Wildcats this fall. At NC State last season, Sumo-Karngbaye ran for 305 yards and 3 TDs in with just 55 caries. In fall camp, he is getting reps at running back and wide receiver.

With Liam Coen conducting the Kentucky offense, who loves dual-threat players in the backfield, it should lead to some more creativity in the playbook.

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College Football 26: Kentucky Wildcats Roster Deep Dive

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EA Sports has released College Football 26, the second installment of a once-dormant NCAA Football series.

This is only the second time in EA Sports history that the for name, image and likeness are found in their college football games, which date back to 1993 with Bill Walsh College Football.

Athletes will receive at least $1,500 for their name, image and likeness depending on their school’s size. An increase from the original $600 given for College Football 25, and each athlete will receive a Deluxe Edition of the game, according to The Athletic.

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Coaches had the option to opt-in to College Football 26 for the first time in series history. 

Kentucky enters the game unranked as an 80 overall in Play Now with 80 offense, 78 defense and 78 special teams. In Dynasty mode, Kentucky was given three and a half stars out of five for program prestige.

Here’s an overview of the Wildcats player ratings according to EA Sports.

Top Rated Players by Overall:

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Joshua Braun (LG) – 91

Dante Dowdell (HB) – 88

Seth McGowan (HB) – 86

David Gusta (DT) – 86

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Jonquis Hardaway (CB) – 86

Josaih Hayes (DT) – 82

Quarterbacks:

Zach Calzada – 81

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Cutter Boley – 73

Beau Allen – 73

Brennen Ward – 71

Ervin Barrett – 70

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Halfbacks:

Dante Dowdell – 88

Seth McGowan – 86

Jamarion Wilcox – 84

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Jason Patterson – 76

Tovani Mizell – 75

Reed Sperry (FB) – 68

Wide Receivers: 

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Kendrick Law – 83

Ja’Mori Maclin – 81

Tony Stellato – 80

Fred Farrier II – 77

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J.J. Hester – 77

Ashton Cozart – 75

Lauren Zimmerman – 70

David Washington Jr. – 69

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Hardley Gilmore IV – 68

Tight Ends:

Josh Kattus – 77

Elijah Brown – 77

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Henry Boyer – 76

Willie Rodriguez – 73

Alex McLaughlin – 70

Kent Goff – 68

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Mycheal Smart – 66

Offensive Line:

Joshua Braun (LG) – 91

Alex Wollschlaeger (RT) – 81

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Shiyazh Pete (LT) – 81

Jager Burton (C) – 79

Jalen Farmer (RG) – 78

Noah Harding (LG) – 75

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Malachi Wood (RT) – 73

Evan Wibberley (C) – 73

Hayes Johnson (LT) – 72

Darrin Strey (RT) – 72

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Aba Selm (RG) – 70

Rob Folger (LT) – 69

Shane Barnwell (LT) – 69

Ryan Blackburn-Gorman (LT) – 68

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Cameron Jones (LT) – 68

Defensive Line:

David Gusta (DT) – 86

Josaih Hayes (DT) – 82

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Mi’Quise Humphrey-Grace (LE) – 80

Kahlil Saunders (RE) – 78

Brian Robinson (LE) – 75

Darwin Sanders (RE) – 74

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Austin Ramsey (DT) – 74

Jerod Smith II (LE) – 74

Tavion Gadson (LT) – 74

Kalen Edwards (DT) – 74

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Henry Smith-Randall (LE) – 72

Jaden Williams (RE) – 72

Steven Soles Jr. (LE) – 72

Jacob Smith (RE) – 71

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Linebackers:

Alex Afari Jr (MLB) – 76

Daveren Rayner (ROLB) – 76

Kameron Olds (LOLB) – 75

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Sam Greene (LOLB) – 75

Landyn Watson (MLB) – 74

Grant Godfrey (ROLB) – 68

Devin Smith (MLB) – 67

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Quintavion Norman (ROLB) – 67

J.J. Levin (LOLB) – 65

Lorenzo Cowan (LOLB) – 64

Cornerbacks:

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Jonquis Hardaway – 86

Jantzen Dunn – 77

Quay’sheed Scott – 76

Terhyon Nichols – 75

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Jonathon Gates – 67

Kevis Thomas – 71

Ali Robinson-Gage – 71

Nasir Addison – 70

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Safeties: 

Jordan Lovett (FS) – 81

Ty Bryant (SS) – 77

D.J. Maddox (SS) – 76

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Cam Dooley (FS) – 74

Dyllon Williams (SS) – 70

Jaden Smith (FS) – 69

Sebastian Thompson (FS) – 68

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Jackson Schultz (SS) – 63

Special Teams:

Aidan Laros (P) – 77

Jacob Kauwe (K) – 69

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Prior to its July 10 official launch, EA announced the top 100 players. 

The Wildcats were represented by Braun at No. 85, as he’s one of the highest-ranked offensive lineman.

Additionally, Law was tied with Georgia wideout Zachariah Branch with the fourth-highest speed rating at a 97 overall. Former Wildcat wideout Barion Brown was tied for the top spot at 99 overall speed alongside three others.

Lastly, Laros, Kentucky’s punter made waves on social media for having zero toughness rating making him the only player in a game without any toughness.

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College Football 26 is available on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S for $69.99 and will officially release worldwide on July 10.

All of the Wildcats ratings can be found here.

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First Look at the Kentucky Wildcats in Brand New College Football Video Game

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After a decade-long hiatus, a NCAA college football video game resurfaced last July, sparking many to praise the return of a popular and impactful series.

While many enjoyed having the legendary dynasty modes back and rebuilding their favorite teams, speculation about the games’ actual gameplay features caught the eye of many enjoyers.

EA Sports College Football 25 did not feature coaches’ face scans and were missing from the game entirely, and for a while before a game update, many stadium and player features were not included upon release, such as correct hair color and styles, pyro and fireworks after touchdowns and a variety of proper fan movement.

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Should players be this picky? That’s always up for debate and depending on exactly who you ask, but at the bare minimum, we offer an exclusive look at the improvements that EA has made to this year’s brand new game, and rest assured, it gives those motivated Kentucky fans something to look forward to.

Seen below is head coach Mark Stoops and his initial face and body scan that will be in the game upon the July 7 early-release date.

We also had a chance to see the Wildcats’ entrance onto the field, both for a day and a night game.

Regardless, when the game comes out, we’ll be able to really get a feel for how motivated EA was when improving their game over this past year. Until then, Big Blue Nation, watch your watch and be ready to play.

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The early-release date for those who pre-ordered the game is set for 12:00 p.m. ET on July 7, while the full game releases globally on July 10.

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Four-Star Auburn WR Commit Denairius Gray Flips to Kentucky

The South Florida standout becomes UK’s top-ranked commit in the 2026 class after visiting Lexington in June.

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Four-star Auburn wide receiver commit Denairius Gray flipped to Kentucky on Tuesday, according to Rivals’ Hayes Fawcett.

Listed at 6-foot-1 and 178 pounds, Gray is ranked as the No. 67 wide receiver and No. 52 player from Florida. He is considered a four-star recruit and is ranked No. 302 overall in the 2026 class.

Gray had been committed to Hugh Freeze’s program since January 2024. He took official visits to Washington, NC State and fellow SEC foe Ole Miss before visiting Lexington in early June.

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Hailing from Boynton Beach in South Florida, Gray plays high school ball at Chaminade-Madonna Prep. As a junior last season, he recorded 48 receptions for 709 yards and 11 touchdowns.

He is now Kentucky’s highest-ranked commit and the fourth wide receiver in its 2026 class.

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