Four Kentucky Wildcats named preseason All-SEC for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:36 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Four players from the Kentucky Wildcats have been recognized as preseason All-SEC selections for the 2026 college football season. Center Coleton Price and tight end Willie Rodriguez received second-team honors, while tackle Lance Heard and safety Ty Bryant were named to the third team. Price, who previously played at Baylor, had an impressive season with only one sack allowed. Rodriguez is expected to have an increased role this year after a productive 2025 season. Heard's experience in the SEC is highlighted as he steps into a starting role, while Bryant is noted for his leading defensive contributions last season, including team-high tackles and interceptions. This recognition comes as Coach Will Stein prepares for his inaugural season with the Wildcats.
- •Coleton Price, Willie Rodriguez are All-SEC second team selections.
- •Lance Heard, Ty Bryant named to the All-SEC third team.
- •Price allowed only one sack last season at Baylor.
- •Rodriguez had 23 receptions and 310 yards in 2025.
- •Stein's first season as head coach begins this fall.
- 4:36 PMYahoo Sports — Four Kentucky football players named as preseason All-SEC
"The Kentucky Wildcats have plenty of talent on the 2026 roster, and four players were named as preseason All-SEC.
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