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JANUARY 9 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

Season high in loss to Vandy Rodriguez hauled in 6 of 7 targets for 78 yards during Saturday's 45-17 defeat against Vanderbilt.

Impact Rodriguez had his best game of the season against Vandy. The Wildcats fell behind early forcing them to pass for the majority of the game. Rodriguez benefitted greatly from this as he had his first game with over three catches on the season.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to roll Rodriguez (undisclosed) is off the injury report for Saturday's game against Tennessee.

Impact Rodriguez had a season-high three catches on six targets his last time out and will look to build on that against the Vols. He and Josh Kattus will be available and should stay busy.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed probable Rodriguez (undisclosed) is listed as probable for Kentucky's tilt with Tennessee.

Impact The Wildcats' No. 2 tight end has yet to miss a game this fall and has multiple receptions in each contest save for Week 2 against Ole Miss. Given Rodriguez' probable tag, he should be good to go against the Volunteers barring any setbacks.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back at practice Rodriguez (undisclosed) was seen practicing for Kentucky on Monday, per Cole Parke of 247Sports.com.

Impact Rodriguez, who missed Kentucky's spring showcase in April, now appears healthy and back at practice. The sophomore tight end appeared in seven games last season, recording five receptions for 94 yards.

AUGUST 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for spring showcase Rodriguez (undisclosed) is out for Kentucky's spring showcase, Aaron Gershon of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact During 2024, Rodriguez completed his freshman year for Kentucky. He has proven himself to be a capable option, so his absence is cause for at least some concern going into the summer.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE