Kentucky football player profile: Jay Clark prepares for 2026 season

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 4:32 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Kentucky football player profile: Jay Clark prepares for 2026 season
Summary

As the Kentucky Wildcats gear up for the 2026 football season, offensive lineman Jay Clark takes center stage. Standing at 6'4" and 318 pounds, Clark is expected to serve as the backup right guard. He has previous experience from his redshirt season, which included appearances in four games against SEC competition. Committing to Kentucky in 2024, Clark aims to prove his value this year with hopes of securing a starting role in 2027.

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  • Jay Clark is No. 79 on the Kentucky football roster.
  • He is a 6'4", 318 lb offensive lineman from Ohio.
  • Clark redshirted after appearing in four games last season.
  • He is likely to back up Ohio State transfer Tegra Tshabola.
  • The Wildcats open their season against Youngstown State.
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We're getting to know the 2026 Kentucky Wildcats football roster, and today, we look at No. 79, offensive lineman Jay Clark.

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