UK Football Stars Shine on All-SEC Team

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 27, 2026 · 1m

Six UK football players shine early, earning spots on Athlon’s 2026 All-SEC Team as the Wildcats prepare for their first season under new head coach Will Stein. Offensive lineman Lance Heard (2nd team) brings elite experience from Tennessee, while tight end Willie Rodriguez and lineman Coleton Price (3rd team) showed flashes and dominance in pass protection. Defensively, Tavion Gadson and Ty Bryant (3rd team) led the conference in interceptions, and Mi’Quise Humphrey-Grace (4th team) made an instant impact. The Wildcats open their 2026 slate Sept. 5 against Youngstown State on SEC Network…