5 players that Kentucky football should target in the transfer portal

The portal officially closes for Kentucky football tomorrow, December 28th, but that's only for entries. Players can take as long as they need to choose their new home. While most recruitments happen quickly, many may take weeks and go past the portal's closing. Here are five players that Kentucky should consider targeting that are still in the portal. Some of these players Kentucky may already be targeting but mostly it's a wishlist of sorts.

1. Makhi Hughes - RB Tulane

Tulane is one of the best running backs in the country and will most likely be headed to the NFL after next season. He's explosive and generates impressive yards after contact. While Kentucky has already picked up a running back in this portal cycle, they would love to add another to the stable, especially a dynamic workhorse like Hughes. Kentucky has decided it will be committed to the run; having three great runningbacks would be a huge part of their success next season.

2. Percy Lewis - OT Auburn

The Wildcats have basically created an entirely new offensive line this year in the portal. However, they haven't added a player with the experience needed to dominate at the left tackle position. Lewis would fill that hole for them and give them the run-blocking force they would need on that side of the line.

3. Michael Coats - CB Nevada

A ball-hawk from the cornerback position. He knows how to high point the football, and he had four interceptions this last season for Nevada. Kentucky could use another cornerback, and Coats is one of the players they should target. He would be a plug-and-play addition for them. He's ready to hold down one side of the defense.

4. Rahsul Faison - RB Utah State

This one is only if Hughes can't be secured but is also a more likely addition to the running back room. We do know that Kentucky has expressed interest in him. Kentucky likely adds more than one running back in the portal, and Faison has the experience they are looking for to go along with Dowdell and Wilcox.

5. Donavon Greene - WR Wake Forest

Greene is an NFL-caliber receiver. He's big, fast, and can secure the ball on the run while generating extra yardage after the catch. He's struggled a little bit with staying healthy, but he would be a homerun for the Wildcats receiving room and someone Mark Stoops should go and grab. He would help make up for losing Barion Brown and Dane Key. Greene would be a nice compliment to Ja'Mori Maclin.