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Kevis Thomas joins Kentucky football roster ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:46 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Kevis Thomas joins Kentucky football roster ahead of 2026 season
Summary

Defensive back Kevis Thomas, wearing No. 19, has transferred to the Kentucky football team in preparation for the upcoming season. A former player at Maryland, Thomas participated in all 12 games for Kentucky in 2025. Prior to that, he played six games as a freshman and started six in 2024 at Maryland, recording 21 tackles and two pass breakups. With the 2026 season approaching and new head coach Will Stein in charge, Thomas is expected to compete for a key role in a deep Wildcats secondary.

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  • •Kevis Thomas is a 6'0", 181 lb defensive back from Perry, Florida.
  • •He was previously rated three stars by 247Sports in the 2023 recruiting class.
  • •Kentucky is set to debut under new head coach Will Stein in the 2026 season.
  • •Thomas played in all 12 games for Kentucky in the 2025 season.
  • •He is likely to compete for a starting position in a strong secondary.
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  • 11:46 PMYahoo Sports — Get to know the Kentucky football roster: No. 19 Kevis Thomas
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We're getting to know the 2026 Kentucky football roster, and today we're taking a look at No. 19, defensive back Kevis Thomas.

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