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Kentucky gets some good news linebacker on Friday

Kentucky linebacker Alex Afari Jr. has been cleared to return to the field just in time for the Wildcats' high-stakes matchup against Oklahoma this weekend.

Afari, a standout from the 2022 recruiting class, had his eligibility suspended after the NCAA reversed an earlier ruling that allowed him to play. His return comes after a legal battle involving multiple college athletes affected by the NCAA’s five-in-five rule, which disproportionately impacted his class.

Afari made an immediate impact in his last game before the suspension, recording nine tackles and showcasing the defensive dominance that had defined his first two seasons. With Kentucky’s linebacker corps already dealing with injuries, his availability could be critical as the Wildcats look to compete against a tough Oklahoma defense.

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