Chris Oats is on a long road to recovery. His coaches and teammates refuse to leave him behind.
The Kentucky linebacker suffered a major stroke in the spring of 2020. Each Saturday the team takes the field waving a “22” flag. Various players will wear the No. 22 jersey during home games this season. The symbolic gestures are uplifting, but the Kentucky football program is asking more from the BBN.
Oats has moved home, yet rehab costs are still incredibly expensive. Additionally, to improve his quality of life his family is trying to raise funds to purchase a wheelchair accessible van.