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Kendell
Buck-Barber DB
Class
2026
Height
5'8"
Weight
185
HS
Newport
|
KY
Kendell Buck-Barber is another member of the Newport secondary who has stood out to me this season. He...
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Kendell Buck-Barber

Kendell Buck-Barber | Newport

Kendell Buck-Barber

Class
2026
Position
DB
Height
5'8"
Weight
185
School
Newport
State
Position
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About Kendell

How would you briefly describe your gameplay style?

I am a very versatile player, i am a great ball hawk and downhill tackler on defense, i know how to read the qb and see where he wants to go before the play even starts, i watch a lot film to prepare me for games, i watch the qb’s tendencies and his pre-snap reads. On the other side of the ball i am very smooth and patient route runner, and when the ball is in my hands expect 5+ yards everytime

Can you provide a brief description of your mentality or personality?

everytime i step on the field i have this mentality almost like the mamba mentality i walk around with confidence not cockiness i know all the work that i put in seperates me from others and i walk around and present that and i know nobody can mess with me

Are you involved in any clubs, organizations, or have you received any non-sport awards?

no, but i do go to our youth program’s football practices to help out

What skills or qualities have you developed, such as leadership, teamwork, or community service?

i have learned over my 4 years that you have to be coachable, so once you become coachable you can others up to be at the level that you are, it will take time but in the end it us worth it

Have you faced any significant challenges? If so, please describe.

my grandpa passing so that pushes me everyday to realize no matter what pain many people may put me through i have never felt a deeper and more heart breaking pain then seeing my grandfather pass right infront of me exactly a week before my birthday

What type of college are you looking for?

a college that feels like home, has a good city area near, dont wanna feel too much inside the college, fits me well, good football program, cool, calm, and collected coaches

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Kendell
Buck-Barber DB
Class
2026
Height
5'8"
Weight
185
HS
Newport
|
KY
Kendell Buck-Barber
Kendell Buck-Barber is another member of the Newport secondary who has stood out to me this season. He...
Written by Ryan Lippert
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Kendell Buck-Barber Kendell Buck-Barber Kendell Buck-Barber 5'8" | 185 lbs | DB Newport | 2026 State KY is another member of the Newport secondary who has stood out to me this season. He lines up in a strong safety/nickel role where he is very impressive in coverage. Kendell reads routes then breaks on the ball quickly when it is thrown his way to make a play. He came away with three interceptions in his first six games this season. Buck-Barber also recorded 14 tackles and four tackles for loss in the first six games. He has also made an impact on offense and special teams, leading his team in rushing through the first six weeks with 85 carries for 565 yards and five touchdowns while also throwing one touchdown pass and returning one punt return for a touchdown. Kendell has received some college interest and I wouldn’t be surprised to see offers start coming his way soon.

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News

2025 Midseason All-State Team: 1A Defense

2025 Midseason All-State Team: 1A Defense

Ryan Lippert • October 6, 2025

2026 Defensive Back Standouts Through Week 5

2026 Defensive Back Standouts Through Week 5

Ryan Lippert • September 22, 2025

2025 Preseason All-State Team: 1A Defense

2025 Preseason All-State Team: 1A Defense

Ryan Lippert • August 26, 2025

Updated 2026 Kentucky Rankings

Updated 2026 Kentucky Rankings

Prep Redzone Staff • July 9, 2025

NKY 26s to Watch: DB

NKY 26s to Watch: DB

Ryan Lippert • June 18, 2025

2024 Regular Season All-State Teams: 1A Defense

2024 Regular Season All-State Teams: 1A Defense

Ryan Lippert • November 19, 2024

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