DEMIE SUMO-KARNGBAYE NEWS

Held in check in loss Sumo-Karngbaye tallied nine rushes for 30 yards and hauled in his only target for nine yards during Saturday's 31-14 loss to Texas.

Impact Meanwhile, teammate Jamarion Wilcox rushed 11 times for 50 yards. The timeshare should continue against Louisville next weekend, and the running game should be featured due to the continued struggles with the passing attack.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone in romp Sumo-Karngbaye logged 11 rushes for 48 yards and one touchdown and hauled in 4 of 5 targets for 23 yards during Saturday's 48-6 win over Murray State.

Impact The senior scored his fifth rushing touchdown of the season, though was overshadowed by freshman sensation Jamarion Wilcox, who rushed for over 100 yards for the second-straight game. The timeshare should continue at Texas next weekend, though neither back is likely to find much room to roam.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check in defeat Sumo-Karngbaye logged six rushes for 38 yards during Saturday's 28-18 loss to Tennessee.

Impact Sumo-Karngbaye was held under 60 yards rushing for the fifth-straight game, Meanwhile, freshman Jamarion Wilcox rushed 17 times for 102 yards, and could see increased opportunities in two weeks against Murray State in a non-conference clash.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to roll Saturday Sumo-Karngbaye is off the injury report ahead of Saturday's game at Tennessee.

Impact Sumo-Karngbaye is set to return to the field Saturday after missing last Saturday's game versus Auburn. He is set to lead the Wildcats' backfield with Chip Trayanum (ankle) out. The senior has 92 carries for 419 yards and four touchdowns this season, adding 12 catches for 108 yards through the air.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed probable Sumo-Karngbaye (undisclosed) has been deemed probable ahead of Kentucky's tilt with Tennessee.

Impact Sumo-Karngbaye didn't play last week against Auburn, but appears to have a great shot to return to action this week against the Volunteers. The tailback has logged 92 carries for 419 yards and four scores this fall.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Still part of depth chart Sumo-Karngbaye (undisclosed) is part of Kentucky's depth chart for its game Saturday at Tennessee, Jeff Drummond of Rivals reports.

Impact Sumo-Karngbaye continuing to be part of Kentucky's depth chart indicates he could be available again soon. At the latest, his injury status will be updated via the SEC's availability report Wednesday.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out versus Auburn Sumo-Karngbaye (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game versus Auburn.

Impact Sumo Karngbaye has been ruled out Saturday after previously being listed as questionable. With Chip Trayanum (ankle) also ruled out, Jamarion Wilcox and Jason Patterson are set to lead the backfield Saturday.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Auburn Sumo-Karngbaye is listed questionable for Saturday's contest against the Tigers.

Impact Sumo-Karngbaye appears to be dealing with some type of injury after no previous reports disclosed he was hurt. The senior running back should be available for this contest and will look to bounce back from his last outing in which he averaged 3.9 yards-per-carry.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Bottled up in loss Sumo-Karngbaye accrued 10 rushes for 39 yards and gathered in 2 of 3 targets for 18 yards during Saturday's 48-20 defeat to Florida.

Impact The senior was held to his lowest rushing total of the season, though has still received double-digit carries in six-straight contests. He will look for his first 100-yard rushing performance of the year next weekend against Auburn,

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone in loss Sumo-Karngbaye had 12 rushes for 59 yards and one touchdown and caught 3 of 4 targets for 31 yards during Saturday's 20-13 loss versus Vanderbilt.

Impact Sumo-Karngbaye has scored three times in the last three games for Kentucky, though is averaging just 4.6 yards per tote in 2024. He has double-digit carries in each of the last five games for the Wildcats. He should continue to be heavily involved at Florida next weeked.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check in win Sumo-Karngbaye accrued 11 rushes for 47 yards and hauled in his only target for six yards during Saturday's 20-17 win over Mississippi.

Impact Sumo-Karngbaye was held under 50 yards rushing for the second-straight game, but the Wildcats still managed the win. He has received double-digit carries in four-straight outings, which should continue in two weeks against Vanderbilt.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Scores twice in romp Sumo-Karngbaye notched 12 rushes for 47 yards and two touchdowns and gathered in all three targets for 38 yards during Saturday's 41-6 victory over Ohio.

Impact The senior scored two red zone touchdowns for the Wildcats and has garnered double-digit carries in each of the last three games. Unfortunately, a more difficult task lurks next weekend at Ole Miss in a game Kentucky is likely to be playing from behind, which could limit the touches for Sumo-Karngbaye.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Over 100 scrimmage yards in loss Sumo-Karngbaye totaled 22 rushes for 98 yards and hauled in all two targets for 12 yards during Saturday's 13-12 defeat to Georgia.

Impact In a bit of a surprise, the Wildcats hung tough with No. 1 Georgia, and Sumo-Karngbaye managed a season-high 98 yards on the ground. A cupcake matchup with Ohio next weekend should allow the senior to find more success.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Set to lead backfield Saturday With two of the Wildcats' top backs out, Sumo-Karngbaye is set to lead the backfield Saturday versus Georgia, Seth Emerson of The Athletic reports.

Impact Fresh off a 17 carry, 70 yard outing versus South Carolina, Sumo-Karngbaye is set to lead the Wildcats' backfield versus No. 1 Georgia. Chip Trayanum (hand) and Jason Patterson (undisclosed) have both been ruled out, leaving Sumo-Karngbaye to take the majority of the work in the Wildcats' backfield with Jamarion Wilcox backing him up. Unfortunately it's a very difficult matchup so Sumo-Karngbaye may not be the best option for fantasy purposes.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Lone silver lining Sumo-Karngbaye tallied 17 carries for 70 yards and reeled in their only target for three yards during Saturday's 31-6 defeat versus South Carolina.

Impact Sumo-Karngbaye was just about the only positive for the Kentucky offense on this date, as the passing was woeful in the ugly loss. The senior has 129 yards rushing through two contests, but is unlikely to find much room against No. 1 Georgia next weekend, especially if the quarterbacks continue to struggle.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Lone silver lining Sumo-Karngbaye tallied 17 carries for 70 yards and reeled in their only target for three yards during Saturday's 31-6 defeat versus South Carolina.

Impact Sumo-Karngbaye was just about the only positive for the Kentucky offense on this date, as the passing was woeful in the ugly loss. The senior has 129 yards rushing through two contests, but is unlikely to find much room against No. 1 Georgia next weekend, especially if the quarterbacks continue to struggle.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone in victory Sumo-Karngbaye rushed eight times for 59 yards and a touchdown Saturday against Southern Miss.

Impact A broken hand suffered by Chip Trayanum opened the door for Sumo-Karngbaye to see increased looks to begin the 2024 campaign, and he did not disappoint against an inferior opponent. Trayanum's recovery will determine just how much of a stranglehold Sumo-Karngbaye has on the starting running back job. A step up in competition versus South Carolina lurks next weekend.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone in victory Sumo-Karngbaye rushed eight times for 59 yards and a touchdown Saturday against Southern Miss.

Impact A broken hand suffered by Chip Trayanum opened the door for Sumo-Karngbaye to see increased looks to begin the 2024 campaign, and he did not disappoint against an inferior opponent. Trayanum's recovery will determine just how much of a stranglehold Sumo-Karngbaye has on the starting running back job. A step up in competition versus South Carolina lurks next weekend.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Could be leaned on a lot early Sumo-Karngbaye could be leaned on a lot for carries early into Kentucky's 2024 season, Jack Pilgrim of On3.com reports.

Impact This revelation comes after two developments. Kentucky's head coach Mark Stoops has said the 2024 Wildcats may use a committee for their running game. Chip Trayanum, the expected lead of said committee, suffered a broken hand that will require him to sit out one or two games. Among the Wildcats' other backs, Sumo-Karngbaye has the most experience, which could bode well for immediate opportunities.

AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE

Demie Sumo-Karngbaye expected to see expanded role for remainder of the season The NC State transfer has been explosive when given opportunities.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Injury forces NC State RB Demie Sumo-Karngbaye to locker room against Boston College Sophomore running back Demie Sumo-Karngbaye left the game with 7:18 left in the first quarter against Boston College

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • FAYOBSERVER.COM

Expected back Saturday Sumo-Karngbaye (undisclosed) is expected to play against Syracuse,

Impact It appears Sumo-Karngbaye has avoided a serious injury after being dinged up against Florida State. Sumo-Karngbaye is in the midst of a breakout season with over 400 total yards and four touchdowns in six games. His status will have to be monitored closer to kickoff, but it appears that he will be available against the Orange.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Touchdown in win Sumo-Karngbaye had four carries for 49 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 41-10 win over UConn.

Impact Sumo-Karngbaye didn't have much of a workload on Saturday against a much lesser opponent. This looked like the game plan as the Wolfpack easily handled the Huskies and want to keep their playmakers fresh as they travel to Clemson next week.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies another two scores Sumo-Karngbaye rushed for 54 yards and one touchdown to go along with 93 receiving yards and a score in Saturday's 27-14 victory over Texas Tech.

Impact Sumo-Karngbaye reeled in his first receiving touchdown of the season while tacking on another score on the ground. The running back has three touchdowns on the season as well as three games rushing for over 50 yards.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two touchdowns in win Sumo-Karngbaye had 14 carries for 54 yards and a touchdown with four catches for 93 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 27-14 win over Texas Tech.

Impact Sumo-Karngbaye split carries with fellow running back Jordan Houston on Saturday. However, Sumo-Karngbaye was able to score both of the Wolfpack's offensive touchdowns and also lead the team in receiving yards.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE