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Kentucky Spring Practice Preview: Linebackers

A great deal of pressure is placed on linebackers within the 3-4 scheme. Mark Stoops has four proven starters, capable rotational players, and slew of newcomers that can be mixed and matched in several different positions. Thus, projecting the Kentucky two-deep linebacker rotation is virtually impossible prior to spring practice. We’ll do our best to paint a somewhat accurate picture.

The Departed

Mike Linebacker Courtney Love

  • 2017 Wuerffel Trophy Winner
  • 2017 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team Member
  • Lott IMPACT Trophy Quarterfinalist
  • 2017 Capital One Orange Bowl-FWAA Courage Award Nominee
  • Played in 26 games, started 26 games, named team captain on 25 career occasions.