Kentucky’s 2028 WR Talent Keeps Growing

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2028 class in Kentucky has some good depth, and today we're taking a look at some WRs who are starting to turn the corner on their development.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1009791"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a0b54f33d428"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Fountain is a player I really liked, as I saw his tape because he started to blossom as the year went on and gradually became a bigger part of the offense. He shows good hands, has a solid release off the line, and can create separation as a route runner. Once his confidence grew, you could see the offense start looking his way more often. He finished with 16 catches for 319 yards and 5 TDs, showing strong production with his opportunities. I think there's still another level he can reach as he continues to develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2211204"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a0b54f33d4bf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Whiteside has a big, long frame and is an intriguing athlete who can play at both WR and DB. He moves well for his size and shows good change-of-direction ability without looking stiff. Offensively, he has strong hands and good sideline awareness, understanding how to get his feet down and finish catches near the boundary. Defensively, he can stay in phase and use his length to challenge receivers. At 6'4”, the frame alone makes him a really interesting prospect, and I think there's a lot of upside if everything continues to come together.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2211253"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a0b54f33d51b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Boarman has blazing speed and can hit a big play at any moment. He accelerates quickly and is a shifty athlete who can create once the ball gets in his hands. He's dangerous in space and can turn small openings into explosive plays because of his burst and change-of-direction ability. Defenses have to account for him whenever he touches the ball. He has the potential to be one of the more dynamic game changers to watch this fall if he puts it all together.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2211267"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a0b54f33d575"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coots has a big, long frame that can really thrive in the red zone. He uses his length well, has long arms, and shows a good vertical that helps him win above the rim. He's capable of making contested catches and presents a difficult matchup because of his catch radius. For a bigger receiver, he moves fairly well and can use his frame to shield defenders off the ball on the outside. He has the traits of a possession target who can also create explosive plays down the field when matched up one-on-one. I'm curious to see what year three looks like because the physical tools are definitely there.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2211289"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6a0b54f33d5cf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Deskins is a two-way player who held up well last year and showed he can contribute in multiple areas. Defensively, he tackles well and seems to read plays developing in front of him, allowing him to get into good positions consistently. Offensively, he shows solid hands and isn't afraid of contact after the catch, always trying to pick up extra yards. He plays with a physical edge and competes hard on both sides of the ball. He should see his usage increase quite a bit this fall as coaches continue to trust him in more situations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->