Kedric Golston II aims for impact at Tennessee football as freshman
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 9:14 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Kedric Golston II, a freshman defensive lineman at Tennessee, seeks to establish his own identity, aiming to surpass his father in Google search results. The son of former NFL player Kedric Golston, he has made a strong impression during winter workouts and spring practice. Golston expressed a desire to make a name for himself after his father’s notable career at Georgia and 11 seasons in the NFL. With peers Chaz Coleman sidelined and opportunities arising, Golston could play a significant role in the upcoming season under new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles.
- •Kedric Golston II joins Tennessee football as a freshman defensive lineman
- •Aims to establish identity separate from father, former NFL player Kedric Golston
- •Strong performance noted during winter workouts and spring practice
- •Increased playing time possible following Chaz Coleman's medical disqualification
- •Golston trained under acclaimed position coach Rodney Garner, who coached his father
- 9:14 AMYahoo Sports — Kedric Golston II hopes Tennessee football will help him top dad on Google search
"Kedric Golston II is the son of a former NFL player. He wants to make a name for himself as a freshman defensive lineman for Tennessee football.
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