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All signs point to running-back-by-committee for Kentucky football

In years past, the Kentucky backfield has been headlined by a sole workhorse running back.

New helmet-to-helmet communication systems benefit Kentucky football ahead of 2024 season

Whether it was Benny Snell Jr., Chris Rodriguez Jr., or Ray Davis, the Wildcats very seldom made it a secret who they were handing the ball off to.

Running Back Jamarion Wilcox pushes past defenders during Kentucky Football’s media day on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024, at Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor (

With Davis’ recent departure after being selected by the Buffalo Bills in the 2024 NFL Draft, questions began to arise regarding who that new workhorse back would be this year, or if there would be one at all.