Kentucky football is navigating a pivotal offseason, and the past week (March 19–26, 2025) has brought a mix of challenges and glimmers of hope. From Deone Walker’s draft stock raising recruiting red flags to Vince Marrow’s latest target, spring practice whispers, and a wide receiver room in flux, here’s your roundup of the latest Wildcats news as of March 26, 2025. Dive in with links to the full stories!
Deone Walker’s RAS Score: A Recruiting Warning?
Deone Walker’s NFL Draft journey took a hit with a 3.63 Relative Athletic Score (RAS). The 6-foot-6, 345-pound defensive tackle, once a first-round lock, clocked a 5.36 40-yard dash—dismal for his position. Historically, fewer than 700 defensive tackles since 1987 have scored worse, a stat rivals could wield against Kentucky’s development reputation. Read more about it here.
Recruiting: Marrow Targets Seneca Driver
Kentucky’s 2026 recruiting class sits at zero commitments, a glaring concern as Louisville surges with recent success, per KSR. Enter Vince Marrow, who’s chasing Seneca Driver, a sophomore tight end from Kentucky ranked No. 62 in the 2027 class by On3. The local talent could signal a shift, but with the Wildcats faltering (4-8 in 2024), closing the gap with rivals is urgent. Can Marrow turn the tide?
Spring Practice: Wolford’s O-Line Fix
Details from Kentucky’s spring practice are scarce, but a rare glimpse surfaced this week via . Offensive line coach Eric Wolford was mic'd up on video drilling his unit, a critical focus after last season’s porous protection (SEC-worst in sacks allowed). With Bush Hamdan’s tempo-driven offense taking root, per earlier On3 reports, a rebuilt line—bolstered by transfers—could be the key to a 2025 rebound.
Wide Receiver Room: Tru Edwards Out, Sincere Brown In?
The wide receiver room is in limbo. Tru Edwards, a January commit, hasn’t enrolled amid eligibility rumors, leaving a gap. Now, Kentucky’s offered Campbell transfer Sincere Brown (6-foot-5, 190), who exploded for 61 catches, 1,028 yards, and 12 touchdowns in 2024, per ESPN. Ranked No. 64 among WR transfers with an 87/100 grade, Brown’s also fielding offers from Texas A&M, Arkansas, and others since entering the portal March 18, per KSR and 247sports. Coach L’Damian Washington’s USF ties could help, but it’s a crowded race for his final eligible year.
Conclusion
Kentucky football’s offseason is a rollercoaster—Walker’s draft woes cast a shadow, recruiting lags, but spring practice and transfer pursuits offer hope. Can Stoops and Co. flip the script by fall? Follow the links for the full scoop and stay tuned—this story’s far from over.