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Watch Avery Williamson return to Kentucky for graduation

While enjoying a successful career in professional football, Williamson still made time to finish his degree at the University of Kentucky:

A fifth-round pick in the 2014 NFL draft by the Tennessee Titans, Williamson put up big numbers for the Wildcats on the field, racking up nearly 250 tackles over his final two seasons. He earned second-team All-SEC honors following his senior season.

Williamson received his degree from Kentucky in integrated strategic communications.

“Want to give a special thanks to the University of Kentucky for taking me in as a wide eyed freshman 9 years ago and turning me into the man I am today,” Williamson said on Twitter.