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College Football News / A Sea of Blue / August 4

Monday Headlines: Rise of Alex Afari

The senior is on the Butkus Award Watch List. Kentucky football has had quite the roster turnover for the upcoming season. So many core players either went on to the NFL, headed to another program in the transfer portal or simply graduated after their final year of eligibility.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / July 30

Alex Afari Jr. named to Butkus Award Watch List

Afari is set to be one Kentucky’s most important defenders for the 2025 college football season. Kentucky Wildcats senior Alex Afari Jr. has been named to the preseason watch list for the Butkus Award, which honors the nation’s top linebacker.

College Football News / Field Level Media / July 17
Kentucky LB Alex Afari Jr. chasing neighbor in multi-continent football pursuit

Kentucky LB Alex Afari Jr. chasing neighbor in multi-continent football pursuit

Kentucky can thank former Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson for helping unearth versatile gem Alex Afari Jr., a self-made success as a high school cornerback now starring in the middle of the Wildcats defense.

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Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / June 21

4 Wildcats make Phil Steele All-SEC Team

Alex Afari Jr. and Aidan Laros are the returning Cats to make the All-SEC Team. Four Kentucky Wildcats have been named to the preseason All-Southeastern Conference team by Phil Steele, it was announced this week.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / July 31, 2024

A position change could be on the horizon for Alex Afari Jr.

Afari would add depth and experience to his new position group. There is no doubt that Alex Afari Jr. has made a big impact on the Kentucky Wildcats' defense in his first two seasons in Lexington.

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