Ever since the 2021 season ended, everyone in or around the Kentucky football program knew that the Wildcats would need immediate help in the secondary for 2022. That would most likely have to come from the transfer portal. On Friday, Keidron Smith became the guy for Mark Stoops and his program.
The Ole Miss transfer committed to the Wildcats as the South Florida native is entering his super senior season in 2022. Secondary coach Chris Collins has another quality player to use, and the SEC transfer could come in and take over a starting position.
Log a transfer recruiting victory for Kentucky over Indiana, Missouri, and Virginia Tech as defensive coordinator Brad White adds a much-needed piece to the defense.