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Kentucky added a big piece to its 2024 recruiting class on Thursday morning.
The Wildcats picked up a commitment from 3-star offensive lineman Hayes Johnson. He chose Kentucky over fellow finalists Baylor, Tennessee, Louisville and Michigan State.
Here’s his announcement:
BBN I’m home?@UKFootball pic.twitter.com/YVxp45t7fx
— Hayes Johnson (@hjohnson_71) January 26, 2023
Johnson is a native of Campbellsville, Kentucky. He attends Taylor County High School and listed at 6-foot-5, 295 pounds.
He’s the No. 1 overall player from the state of Kentucky, per 247Sports Composite rankings. Nationally, he’s ranked as the No. 555 player and the No. 45 offensive tackle.
This is the 1st time since the 2022 class that Kentucky has signed the top player from its home state. The No. 1 player, per 247Sports Composite rankings, in the 2022 cycle was receiver Dane Key.
Johnson becomes the 1st member of Kentucky’s 2024 recruiting class.
Here are some highlights from Johnson’s junior season at Taylor County:
Spenser is a news editor for Saturday Down South and covers college football across all Saturday Football brands.
