A buzz fills the air as one of the most sought-after running backs in the transfer portal has officially scheduled a crucial visit to Lexington.
Ahmad Hardy, the dynamic transfer from Louisiana-Monroe, is set to grace Kentucky with his presence for the final visit before he makes his pivotal decision, according to On3’s Steve Wiltfong.
Mark your calendars: December 19th is the date, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Hardy is expected to announce his choice shortly after this much-anticipated visit. It’s shaping up to be an electrifying showdown between Ole Miss and the Kentucky Wildcats for this coveted talent.
In a remarkable freshman debut, Hardy amassed an eye-popping 1,351 rushing yards, coupled with 13 explosive touchdowns, earning himself First-Team All-Sun Belt honors. Over the course of just 12 games, he cruised past the century mark on eight occasions—including two remarkable outings where he eclipsed 200 yards against formidable foes like Marshall and Arkansas State. Hardy’s stellar season catapulted him to No. 11 nationally in rushing yards.
For Kentucky, the urgency is palpable. Following a disheartening previous season marked by a clear void in the RB1 position—where reliable, consistent four-yard gains seemed like a distant dream—the Wildcats are desperate for a game-changer. Hardy, with an impressive average of 5.7 yards per carry last season in a scheme that relied heavily on the ground game—where ULM found itself languishing at No. 130 in passing success rate—might just be the key to reviving Kentucky’s fortunes.
