Kentucky tackle Lance Heard named to Outland Trophy watch list
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 9:02 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Kentucky offensive lineman Lance Heard has been added to the Outland Trophy watch list, recognizing the top interior linemen in college football. Heard, a former Tennessee Volunteers player, transferred to Kentucky for his senior season and is expected to play a key role in their rebuilt offensive line. He was also named a second-team All-SEC tackle by the media. Last season's winner was Spencer Fano from Utah. Kentucky's only winner of the Outland Trophy was Bob Gain in 1950.
- •Lance Heard transferred from Tennessee to Kentucky for his senior season.
- •He was named a second-team All-SEC tackle by media.
- •Heard has allowed just three sacks during his college career.
- •The Outland Trophy honors the nation's top interior linemen.
- 9:02 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky tackle makes watch list for Outland Trophy
"The Kentucky football team has a rebuilt offensive line this year, and they have a tackle on the Outland Trophy watch list.
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