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Ranking The 10 Best Kentucky Football Players in the NFL

By Frank Spencer

Aug 11, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons tight end Jacob Tamme (83) is introduced before a game against the Washington Redskins at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 11, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons tight end Jacob Tamme (83) is introduced before a game against the Washington Redskins at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 9, 2015; Canton, OH, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Bud Dupree (48) looks on against the Minnesota Vikings in the 2015 Hall of Fame game at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

Alvin “Bud” Dupree played in a Kentucky uniform for four seasons. From 2011-2014, Dupree wreaked havoc on opposing offenses in the SEC. Often Categorized as a “freak athlete”, Dupree was virtually un-blockable.

While in Lexington, Dupree racked up some favoring numbers. Bud Dupree wrapped up his Kentucky career with 247 total tackles with 39.5 tackles for loss. Along with 25.5 career sacks, Dupree opened the eyes of many NFL Scouts.

Dupree was drafted in the first round of the 2015 NFL Draft as the 22nd overall pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers. While in the Steel City, Dupree has impressed. The Macon, Georgia native has tallied 36 total tackles in his short career so far. The 2016 season was a short one for Dupree as he only played in seven games. During the second half of the season, Dupree started in four of his seven games coming back from injury.

After playing with talented linebackers like Ryan Shazier and James Harrison, Dupree will learn a lot about what it means to be a pro. Coached by former linebacker Joey Porter, Bud Dupree will develop into one of the top pass rushers in the league before his career is over.

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