Kentucky is recruiting an NFL RB who just played for the Seahawks this preseason
We may see something we’ve never seen: A Seattle Seahawks to Kentucky Wildcats pipeline if TJ Harden comes to Lexington
Kentucky Football may soon add a running back who has previously played in the NFL, despite being waived by the Seattle Seahawks just two days after a preseason game. TJ Harden, a 30-year-old player, has entered the NCAA transfer portal after receiving a temporary restraining order that grants him an extra year of eligibility. This development comes as the Wildcats' running back position has been a need due to ongoing injuries.
Kentucky has already made significant moves in this area, transferring Martels Carter Jr. from safety to running back and signing JUCO player Ahmir Smith. Harden, who played for UCLA and SMU, amassed 2,445 total yards over his four-year college career. If he joins the Wildcats, he would provide a proven threat in the backfield for the 2026 season, starting with Will Stein's debut against Youngstown State on September 5.
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