Kentucky football introduces linebacker Justyn Hartley entering 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 6:06 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Kentucky football is spotlighting Justyn Hartley, a 6'1", 192 lb linebacker from Hoover, Alabama, as part of their 2026 roster. Hartley, rated three stars by 247Sports, was the No. 634 overall player in this year's composite rankings. He committed to the Wildcats in late 2025 after an impressive senior year with seven sacks. As a freshman, Hartley will focus on adapting to the collegiate game and could see action on special teams, with a likely transition to linebacker.
- •Justyn Hartley is No. 17 on the Kentucky football roster.
- •He recorded seven sacks in his high school senior season.
- •Hartley committed to Kentucky after being under-recruited.
- •He will need to adjust to the speed of college football.
- 6:06 PMYahoo Sports — Get to know the Kentucky football roster: No. 17 Justyn Hartley
"We're getting to know the 2026 Kentucky football roster, and today we're taking a look at No. 17, edge, Justyn Hartley
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