Kentucky receivers are in need of enhanced production and depth. The bad news is that the Cats return just eight starts from the position group in a spring practice that will feature a quarterback competition (all eight belong to junior Tavin Richardson by the way). Four true freshmen receivers saw action a year ago; only Lynn Bowden Jr. showed flashes. The good news is that Dorian Baker and his 1,015 receiving yards return to provide leadership and a deep threat for Eddie Gran’s offense. Let’s dive deeper into the receiver position:
Lost Production from 2017
*Starter
| Name | Catches | Yards/TDs |
| *Garrett Johnson | 42 | 539/2 |
| *Kayaune Ross | 19 | 286 |
| Blake Bone | 13 | 234/2 |
| *Charles Walker | 15 | 180 |
| TOTAL | 89 | 1,239/4 |
— For two consecutive seasons Garrett Johnson led the team in receptions.