Kentucky lands commitment from 2027 RB Kelsey Gerald
For the second time this cycle, Kentucky has gone into the Sunshine State to add to its rising 2027 recruiting class. This time, it’s Boynton Beach (Fla. ) Santaluces Community three-star running back Kelsey Gerald .
The 5-foot-11, 190-pounder tells Rivals’ Chad Simmons that he’s pledged to head coach Will Stein and the Wildcats. He chose UK over the likes of Iowa, Florida State, Pitt, Louisville and others. “Kentucky showed me constant love from day one,” Gerald said.
The SEC program has been atop Gerald’s list for some time. His April trip to Lexington made a tremendous impact on his recruitment. Bonding with Stein and the new staff made Gerald’s decision a no-brainer.
“Going up to the school and meeting the coaches showed me real brotherhood and what a real program is supposed to look like,” Gerald said. “Just talking with coaches and watching them run a practice I put my future and trust in Kentucky’s hands. ” Gerald is the No.
590 overall prospect and No. 50 RB in the 2027 cycle, according to the Rivals Industry Ranking , a weighted average that utilizes all major recruiting media companies. He’s also the No.