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Kentucky's Antonio O'Berry ruled ineligible under new NCAA rule

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 11:10 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Kentucky's Antonio O'Berry ruled ineligible under new NCAA rule
Summary

Kentucky football pass rusher Antonio O'Berry has been declared ineligible for the 2026 season due to the NCAA's 5-for-5 eligibility rule. The announcement came from head coach Will Stein, who confirmed O'Berry has exhausted his eligibility after transferring from Tiffin and Gardner-Webb. The rule prevents players from having more than five seasons of competition, regardless of redshirts or injuries. O'Berry was looking to contribute to Kentucky's defense but will not be part of the team moving forward.

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  • •O'Berry transferred to Kentucky seeking one more season.
  • •He played three seasons at Tiffin, redshirting one year.
  • •He spent two years at Gardner-Webb before transferring.
  • •NCAA's 5-for-5 rule limits eligibility without exceptions.
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  • 11:10 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky pass rusher declared ineligible under new rule
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Kentucky football got some unfortunate news on Saturday, as edge Antonio O'Berry is declared ineligible.

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