Kentucky football roster profile features defensive back Demarcus Gardner
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 4:35 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
As the 2026 Kentucky football season approaches, the focus shifts to No. 28, Demarcus Gardner. The 6'0", 177 lb defensive back from Cedartown, Georgia, was rated four stars by 247Sports in the 2025 recruiting class. After participating in three games last season and redshirting, Gardner is expected to contribute as a backup this year. The new coaching staff, led by Will Stein, is optimistic about his development and future potential as a starter.
- •Demarcus Gardner was selected No. 28 for Kentucky's football roster.
- •He redshirted in the 2025 season after limited action.
- •Gardner was a four-star recruit from Cedartown, Georgia.
- •He is projected to be a backup this season.
- •Kentucky's season begins in four weeks under coach Will Stein.
- 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — Get to know the Kentucky football roster: No. 28 Demarcus Gardner
"We're getting to know the 2026 Kentucky football roster, and today we're taking a look at No. 28, defensive back Demarcus Gardner.
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