Implications of Jason Hatcher Dismissal

What impact will Jason Hatcher's dismissal have on the 2016 defense?Kentucky's dismissal of Jason Hatcher on Monday is far outweighed by the emotional toll it is almost certainly taking on Hatcher, his family, and friends.

Talking about football at times like this could be considered superficial and gauche. I wouldn't blame anyone who comes down in that camp. The following is meant to be an analytical (i.e. "non-judgemental") measure of Hatcher's impact, and what UK will lose without him being on the team.

I wish Hatcher and his family the best for the little it's worth.

What Kentucky Loses

Hatcher has had a rather unremarkable career in three seasons. In 30 games over the last three seasons,…