Ducks Digest caught up with him to talk about the offer. What to know:Kentucky's third in-state commitment in the 2023 class, Malachi Wood committed to UK over reported Power 5 offers from Louisville, Purdue, West Virginia and Maryland. With the commitment of Conyer, Tennessee still has work to do at the cornerback position for the 2023 class. Z3RtX2F1dGg9JysnS2hINmhlQ3BvV0pVSG5xVnpkRWE3dycrCiAgICAgICAg Kentucky could have clinched the No. One of the Bluegrass States top high school football prospects has committed to Tennessee. What to know:Kentucky recruiting coordinator and tight ends coach Vince Marrow has branched out of the Buckeye State in recent years to lure prospects to Lexington, but he still loves to sign an Ohio tight end. Writing was my first passion and I'm thrilled to be a part of the team. 2022 stats: 722 yards, 8 TDs receiving; 230 yards, 5 TDs rushing; 3 interceptions, 2 for a TD; punt return TD; 31 tackles. High school:Springfield (Springfield, Ohio). One of the Bluegrass State's top high school football prospects has committed to Tennessee. Feel free to reach out anytime and be sure to follow my work on twitter. Already without Sahvir Wheeler for a sixth straight game, Kentucky Basketball will likely have to finish the job against Vanderbilt without point guard Cason Wallace, who exited Wednesday night's contest with 18:14 remaining on the clock. 2022 stats: 1,776 yards, 21 TDs rushing; 74 yards receiving, 3 tackles; 1.5 sacks. Very excited," he said of his emotions after receiving the offer. What to know: Grant Godfrey committed to the Wildcats on Aug. 1. LmNvbS9wP2MxPTImYzI9NzI0MTQ2OSZjNz1odHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnRlbm5l 12 prospect in the Bluegrass State's 2023 class. Notes: 2021 CJ all-state third team offense; 2021 AP all-state honorable mention offense. Or, he can flip over and play corner knock passes away, be physical and run with any receiver in the country. One prospect the Ducks recently offered in the class of 2023 is Cristian Conyer, a 6'1", 180-pound defensive back from South Warren High School in Bowling Green, Kentucky. While Oregon and other schools await the decision of 2021 5-star JT Tuimoloau, Mario Cristobal and his staff continue to prepare for the recruiting trail to reopen in June. His back-pedal is great and he changes directions well. Gilbert is the 46th-best defensive line prospect in the Class of 2023 and the third-best in the state of Indiana, according to 247Sports' composite rankings. 2022 stats: 292 yards, 3 TDs receiving; 63 yards rushing; 9 tackles; 1 interception. Conyer becomes the 14th member of the Volunteers 2023 class, the ninth on the defensive side and the first cornerback of the cluster. As a junior, Ziesmer was named second-team All-State by The Courier Journal. Lakeland's Rolijah Hardy drives hard to the hoop in a regional championship game vs. Wekiva High School on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023 at Wekiva High School. Career stats: 210 tackles; 27 sacks; 10 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, 1 for a TD; 39 yards, 1 TD receiving. Career stats: 3,165 yards 41 TDs rushing; 221 yards, 1 TD receiving; 8 tackles, 1.5 sacks. His production shows that level of versatility. 2023 KY Baseball. Players Jersey Player 25 Bell, Avrin 6 Burns, Preston 10 Burton, Luke 2 Conyers, Cristian 7 Dervisevic, Eldar 18 Givens, Drew 50 Hardesty, KJ 45 Hudson, David 38 Jackson, Jake 4 Leach, Trenton 23 Martin, Kobe 1 player in Kentucky after the latest round of ranking revisions. What to know: One of the top 70 defensive line prospects in the country per the 247Sports Composite, Tavion Gadson de-committed from Florida State after visiting Lexington the weekend before the early signing period. Those traits have only grown over time and he will end up being one of the more important pieces to this Volunteer signing class. All-purpose back, Frederick Douglass (11-0). Career stats: 1,582 yards, 22 TDs receiving; fumble recovery TD. 2022 KY Volleyball. Notes: 2021 KFCA Class 5A, District 7 player of the year; 2021 CJ third team all-state defense, 2021 AP second team all-state defense. I really like the way he coaches his players. Being able to close the deal over the home state Wildcats is big, seeing as hes a Bowling Green native with Kentucky swinging until the final hours. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. This story was originally published November 4, 2022, 8:27 AM. An offer from the Ducks is not something many athletes take lightly, and it's not much different with Conyer. Conyers commitment also means Tennessee has its first cornerback in the class. ! pic.twitter.com/oBjpEWSIyt. Version 17.09 released February 19. Notes: Led the Chargers to the 2022 Class 6A District 4 championship with a win over perennial power Male and the teams best record since 2013. "The last few times I have been down there, they have been recruiting nationally with guys like Nico and everywhere. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. Cristian Conyer Position: Cornerback, wide receiver High School: South Warren (Bowling Green) Class: 2023 College commitment status: Tennessee 247Sports Composite rating: 3 stars What to. He has been seen to line up in the backfield at times and shows good patience and vision when finding a hole. 2022 stats: 125-216-5, 2,098 yards, 20 TDs passing; 33 yards, 5 TDs rushing. This proved as another big factor in his decision-making process. set up a poll online so you can vote on your favorite. The current sophomore already has nice size, standing at 6-foot . Player Traits Key . Kendrick Gilbert:Four-star defensive lineman from Indianapolis picks Kentucky over Purdue on National Signing Day, High school: North Gwinnett (Suwanee, Georgia). "They are getting a hard-working, willing to do anything to help the team win a national championshippunt returner, defensive back, kick returner, receiver corner or safetywhatever it takes to help the team win. Tennessee has 14 commitments for its 2023 football recruiting class . 4 player in the state of Tennessee. 2022 stats: 722 yards, 8 TDs receiving; 228 yards rushing, punt return TD, kickoff return TD, safety. 2022 KY Field Hockey. APOPKA A lack of late game execution spoiled the dazzling play of Lakeland senior point guard Rolijah Hardy in the Class . Shooting 32 percent overall from the field and 3-19 from deep were certainly a couple of them, as was losing Cason KSR's last Rapid Reaction from Rupp Arena is a sad one after Kentucky Basketball came up short on Senior Night against Vanderbilt. The Ducks recently threw their hat in the ring, and will have to contend with two big schools that are much closer to home in the Louisville Cardinals and the Kentucky Wildcats. Statistics are submitted to MaxPreps by coaches, athletic directors or program personnel. Hometown Season Career Biography Moments Related News More in News "But, at the end of the day, I am going to go in and earn it. Avery Stuart:Alabama Christian 4-star defensive back commits to Kentucky football, High school:South Paulding (Douglasville, Georgia). Career stats: 1,368 yards, 19 TDs receiving; 315 yards, 4 TDs rushing; 171 yards, 2 TDs passing; 98 tackles, 1 sack, 4 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries; 6 interceptions. Career stats: 2,233 yards, 23 TDs passing; 1,977 yards, 16 TDs rushing; 722 yards, 8 TDs receiving, 1 defensive interception. At receiver, they get the ball in his hands in several different ways, such as jet sweeps, screen passes and boundary attacks. bmcgdGhlIGV2ZXJncmVlbiB2ZXJzaW9uIG9mIGNzLmpzIHNvIHdlIGFsd2F5 During the 2019 recruiting year, Vince Marrow took over the full-time role of in-state recruiting in addition to his duties in Ohio. Volunteers Shop Tennessee Tickets Contact Us The Ticker. He will be gone by 2024 at the latest and maybe earlier. Max Torres is the publisher and lead editor of Ducks Digest. Defensive back/wide receiver, South Warren (6-5). Four-star wide receiver Amari Jefferson schedules a spring visit to Tennessee. Breaking news. A lot of people just committed there as a senior. 2022 stats: 902 yards, 14 TDs rushing; 813 yards, 10 TDs receiving; 51 tackles; punt return TD; kickoff return TD; forced fumble. He's based out of Long Beach, CA and travels around Southern California and the country covering top high school football prospects. Hergott was the sole coaches pick. Only once have the two diverged. "Coach Martinez has put corners in the league at every school he has been to," Conyer said of why Tennessee was the right fit for him. Three of the last four winners of the award had a transcendent performance in their respective state championship game to seal their bids. I am going to work. Dan Lanning and Tosh Lupoi are searching for more difference makers. Already without Sahvir Wheeler for a sixth straight game, Kentucky Basketball will likely have to finish the job against Vanderbilt without point guard Cason Wallace, who exited Wednesday night's contest with 18:14 remaining on the clock. After having four defensive backs selected in this year's draft, Oregon's ability to develop talent has Conyer's attention early in the recruiting process. After a big official visit in Lexington, there is a ton of buzz that Marrow is about to log a head-to-head recruiting win over Tennessee. When I get there in January, we will be ready to go.". Folks will also want to argue about the rule that Mr. Football has to be a senior. Conyer received 11 offers from mostly Power 5 schools, but only visited Tennessee and Kentucky according to 247Sports. 2022 stats: 1,546 yards, 26 TDs receiving; 40 yards rushing; 3 interceptions, 1 for a TD, kickoff return TD. Notes: 2021 AP all-state honorable mention defense; part of 2020, 2022 district championship teams. As more and more college coaches advance into looking hard at the next class, with the current class (2022) still being the primary focus, the process for Conyer will pick up even more, but until then, the rising junior is focused on what he can control. Following the decisions of Conyer and Weathersby, Tennessee football now has 14 commitments from seven different states. On offense, he scored 12 rushing touchdowns. As you can see, Conyer is uniquely skilled at staying with his man on defense, and he can guard the other teams biggest receiver. 3 min read. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. Entering college football's early signing period (Dec. 21-23),. The Wildcats saw top-ranked player Rondale Moore head to Purdue out of Louisville (Ky.) Trinity and made an immediate change. 2022 stats: 1,347 yards, 25 TDs rushing, 20 yards receiving. Conyers pledge eases that concern and will add another body to the position room that could see Warren Burrell, Kamal Hadden and Brandon Turnage leave the program after the 2022 season. With the 68-66 loss to the Commodores, Kentucky is now Jerry Stackhouse was emotional in his postgame press conference, his first after a win in Rupp Arena. "I'm mainly focused on my grades and getting stronger along with my explosion and overall skill set.". 247Sports ranks him as the No. Laser focused and locked!!!! After a big official visit in Lexington, there is a ton of buzz that Marrow is about to log a head-to-head recruiting win over Tennessee. Teams have already taken notice and extended offers to the young student-athleteschools such as; Kentucky, Louisville, Eastern Kentucky, and Miami (OH). dCgic2NyaXB0IiksIGVsID0gZG9jdW1lbnQuZ2V0RWxlbWVudHNCeVRhZ05h Conyer was the top cornerback target on Tennessee's board, so the commitment is a big one. 2021 CJ all-state honorable mention; part of 2021 Class 5A state championship. They can help me be a professional," he said. Broke Trigg career records for passing and touchdowns. His father, Randall Godfrey, was an All-Southeastern Conference linebacker at Georgia in the 1990s and spent 12 seasons in the NFL. Paducah Tilghman ends Union Countys 7-year run as state wrestling champions. Film tells rest of their success story. Fake out:After reaching for U of L hat, 3-star OL Koby Keenum picks Kentucky football, High school: Washington (Washington Court House, Ohio). Bowling Green (Ky.) South Warren defensive back Cristian Conyer is approaching his announcement date. Hometown Bowling Green, Ky. School South Warren High School; Position Athlete; Status Signed Tennessee 07/03/2022 . Notes: Three-sport athlete including basketball and track; Kentucky commit. As a defensive back, Bryant totaled 22 tackles (15 unassisted), two interceptions and a forced fumble during his senior season. What to know:The Wildcats picked up a victory over Louisville on the recruiting trail by landing Koby Keenum's commitment July 9. bD0nK2w6Jyc7ai5hc3luYz10cnVlO2ouc3JjPQogICAgICAgICdodHRwczov Tanner Lemaster is the next in a long line of those players to commit to Kentucky that includes former Wildcats C.J. "This is his second time back at Tennessee, and he just keeps getting it done. The Vols won out in the end and have now added a critical piece to their defensive committed class. Notes: Missed three games this season; former Kentucky commit and three-star recruit by 247Sports.com who re-opened his recruitment last month. Cristian Conyer Pos CB Height 6-1.5 Weight 170 Timeline Prospect Info High School South Warren City Bowling Green, KY Class 2023 Player Rating i 247Sports 87 CB 65 KY 7 247Sports. He will play in the Under Armour All-America Game on Jan. 3. 2022/23 KY Girls Basketball. He sets the edge well with the outside run game and isnt afraid to come downhill and aid in tackling. Breaking news. "That was huge," Conyer said of the chance to re-connect with so many of his friends at Tennessee. He initially committed to Maryland in October 2021 before reopening his recruitment in July. What to know: The No. 2022 stats: 147-228-4, 2,139 yards, 26 TDs passing; 620 yards, 14TDs rushing, 1 defensive interception. Career stats: 2,361 yards, 27 TDs rushing; 649 yards, 5 TDs receiving, 177 tackles; 1 kickoff return TD; 2 fumble recoveries; 1/2 PATs. A few days later, the 6-4, 280-pound Georgia native was the final 2023 prospect to sign with the Wildcats when the early signing window opened Dec. 21. Kentucky can now rely on a good chunk of its class every year coming from inside its own borders. The media Mr. Football comes later. "The culture was very important," Conyer said of the importance of how the turnaround on Rocky Top has been in his decision. In-depth analysis. The prospect also has great awareness while working the sideline, knowing the cornerback will use that against him as an extra defender. "I would like to see the defense compete at a high level and how I could fit into the program. High School South Warren . 5-ranked prospect in the Kentucky high school 2023 class, Tommy Ziesmer became the fourth in-state prospect to commit to UK in May. The No. On3 is a registered trademark of On3 Media, Inc. I definitely feel at home at Kentucky. City Bowling Green, KY; Class 2023; Watch . The Cats' 2023 On3 Media, Inc. All rights reserved. 2 center prospectin the Class of 2023, according to Rivals. Conyer also excels off the football field as a track star. He always keeps it real with me, and I really like that.". What to know:Jamarion Wilcox committed to Kentucky on Jan. 13 over national powers Ohio State, Clemson and Auburn. The other consensus four-star prospect in the state's 2023 class is South Warren athlete Cristian Conyer. Three days after announcing Rocky Top was in his top two along with the Kentucky Wildcats, Cristian Conyer committed to the Vols. Prior to the decision, Conyer broke down why Tennessee was the school of his choice with Volunteer Country. to the 2023 class. He shared what the Vols will get in him as a player. 247Sports is less bullish, ranking him the 37th-best RB and 543rd overall. Tournament semifinals at EKU on Saturday to pit No. All teams ranked. At 6-foot-2 and 175 pounds, Stuart has also gotten reps at cornerback and even outside linebacker. Notes: Holds Woodford Countys all-time rushing record; played for Henry Clay as a freshman. Part of four straight district titles, three straight region titles and two Class 5A runner-up teams. Though he will play cornerback at Tennessee, Conyer is used as a weapon on offense at the high school level for South Warren. He is a native of Bowling Green, Ky. and plays high school football for South Warren. 8 Frederick Douglass against traditional powerhouse Madison Central. 2022 stats: 70-133-8, 1,143 yards, 13 TDs passing; 1,722 yards, 32 TDs rushing; 2 fumble recoveries; 1/1 PATs; 16 tackles. South Warren High School (KY) is home to Cristian Conyer, a 2023 athlete that is starting to pick up steam on the recruiting trail. Cristian Conyer. Kentucky's freshman point guard went down with a right lower leg injury at the 18:14 mark in the second half and did not return. With five four-star commitments, the Wildcats' incoming class ranks 44th on 247Sports' team rankings 30 spots behind where their 20-member haul finished the 2022 cycle. Conrad and Justin Rigg, current Kentucky tight end Brenden Bates and 2022 signee Josh Kattus. Call it in to 1-800-453-6882! 2022 stats: 57 tackles; six sacks; 2 forced fumbles. Conyer's last two visits included a stop at Rocky Top Palooza in May and an official visit last weekend, which allowed him to hit it off even more with several of the top guys that Tennessee is recruiting. Also, it's in the SEC and not too far from my hometown.". Running back/defensive back, Betsy Layne (5-6). High school:Frederick Douglass (Lexington, Kentucky). He made his official visit to Knoxville on June 24 and visited Kentucky on June 17. He reported offers from Georgia, Ole Miss, Tennessee, Penn State and others when he committed in January. LEXINGTON, KY - DECEMBER 01: Head coach John Calipari of the Kentucky Wildcats is seen during the game against the UNC-Greensboro Spartans at Rupp Arena on December 1, 2018 in Lexington, Kentucky. Cristian Conyer is a true athlete. In the meantime, the coaches are reaching out to a mix of 2022 and 2023 prospects to foster relationships with phone calls, Facetime calls and plenty of mail. The prospect from the Bluegrass State has a few things he is looking for when looking at Tennessee. What to know:Son of former UK wide receiver Cisco Bryant, Ty Bryant was originally scheduled to graduate in 2022 but reclassified to 2023 after electing to take advantage of the extra year of high school allowed all Kentucky students due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The South Warren defensive back and athlete is ranked the No. He runs the 100 and 200 meters, along with the 4x100 and 4x200. The Bowling Green native ranks as the fourth best player in the state of Kentucky in the 2023 class. The Wildcats pass defense was the SECs best in 2020. In the 2018 recruiting cycle, Kentucky did not sign one in-state prospect. dW5jdGlvbigpIHsKICAgIHZhciBzID0gZG9jdW1lbnQuY3JlYXRlRWxlbWVu Watch Highlights Tennessee Volunteers Class FR News. Tennessees 2023 football commitment tracker, Tennessee Vols football recruiting: Vols targets announce July commitment dates, Sign up for the Vols Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Career stats: 3,671 yards, 47 TDs rushing; 732 yards, 8 TDs receiving; 54 tackles; 3.5 sacks. High school:Alabama Christian Academy (Montgomery, Alabama). The coaches Mr. Football will be announced in December. Cristian Conyer (2) has been an offense, defense and special teams ace for South Warren. 3 seed in next week's SEC Senior Night was spoiled in Rupp Arena when Vanderbilt handed Kentucky Basketball a shocking loss in the Wildcats' home finale in Lexington, 68-66. 2023 KY Fast Pitch Softball. ", Jaremiah Anglin Jr.:Why the 3-star defensive back committed to Kentucky football, High school: Washington (Massillon, Ohio). ZWRnZS1rZW50dWNreS1mb3ItY3Jpc3RpYW4tY29ueWVyIgogIH0pOwogIChm I feel like its a good program and there's a lot of upcoming talent. Notes: Kentucky commit and three-star recruit by 247Sports.com. Please update it here. "That was big," Conyer said of seeing the potential for early playing time at Tennessee. 2022 stats: 130-226-8, 2,515 yards, 27 TDs passing; 1 TD rushing. Reach recruiting and trending sports reporter Brooks Holton at bholton@gannett.com and follow him on Twitter at @brooksHolton. Wide receiver/defensive back, Woodford County (10-1). Afterward, a dejected John Calipari fulfilled his postgame responsibilities to the media with an Tonight's 68-66 loss to Vanderbilt stinks, but the question on everyone's mind right now is, how is Cason Wallace? The 6-foot-1, 170-pound Conyer is from South Warren High School in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Conyer's commitment continues a hot streak for Tennessee's recruiting class. They want me to come to a camp this summer in June. Limited Ads. aWQ9J2RzX2RlZmF1bHRfYW5jaG9yJz48L2Rpdj4KPC9kaXY+CjwvZGl2PgoK. With a kid that has that athletic ability, Josh Heupel and his staff are going to find ways to get him on the field and be a contributor., -- Adam Gorney, National Recruiting Director for Rivals. Kentucky's freshman point guard went down with a right lower leg injury at the 18:14 mark in the second half and did not return. Tennessee picked up a big-time recruiting victory on Sunday, holding on for the commit of four-star cornerback Cristian Conyer to the 2023 class. Frankford native Kaden Moorman followed two months later, but the running back has since de-committed to explore other options. They like that I can play both sides of the ball.". Bowling Green (Ky.) South Warren defensive back Cristian Conyer is approaching his announcement date. Conyer chose the Vols out of a final two of Tennessee and Kentucky. The Ducks haven't had a first-round cornerback in more than 25 years. 2022 stats: 186-274-4, 3,029 yards, 39 TDs passing; 299 yards, 8 TDs rushing. 3 seed in next week's SEC Senior Night was spoiled in Rupp Arena when Vanderbilt handed Kentucky Basketball a shocking loss in the Wildcats' home finale in Lexington, 68-66. As a senior with Pleasure Ridge Park, the 6-5, 210-pound wideout recorded a team-best 64 receptions for 1,089 yards and 15 touchdowns. dy5fZGlkQXN5bmNJbmplY3RHb29nbGVUYWdNYW5hZ2VyID0gdHJ1ZTsKICAg I feel like they're gonna blow up and be a pretty good team. LEXINGTON Kentucky football pulled in the highest-ranked recruiting class of the Mark Stoops era during the 2022 cycle. Notes: 2021 KFCA Class 6A, District 6 player of the year; Four-year starter at QB; helped Simon Kenton to district championships his freshman and senior years. The Volunteers have already brought in three safeties, but have been behind on the outside. Tennessee and Kentucky battled to the finish line for Bowling Green (Ky.) South Warren high school standout cornerback Cristian Conyer. 2022 stats: 1,351 yards, 21 TDs rushing; 79 yards, 1 TD receiving; 19 tackles, fumble forced. Four-star offensive lineman Max Anderson announced he will take an official visit to Tennessee this summer. Career stats: 1,688 yards, 36 TDs rushing; 1,417 yards, 14 TDs receiving; 1 FG, 19/19 PATs, 2 fumble recoveries, 1 sack, 2 interceptions. Tennessee and Kentucky battled to the finish line for Bowling Green (Ky.) South Warren high school standout cornerback Cristian Conyer. Addison would be the first recruit from New Jersey to sign with the Wildcats since future National Defensive Player of the Year Josh Allen signed in 2015. While Louisville focuses on a national recruiting plan, Kentucky is committed to building its roster from the inside out. bnllciZjNT0yMDIyNzMzMTUxJmN2PTIuMCZjaj0xJmNzX3VjZnI9MCIgLz4K Career stats: 6,213 yards, 57 TDs passing; 2,546 yards, 44 TDs rushing. "It shows me that the Ducks really know what they're doing and they're sending backs to the league. There are myriad reasons why Kentucky couldn't pull off the win against Vanderbilt during the Wildcats' 68-66 loss on Senior Night. Tennessee was also showing interest in Gadson, who told Ryan Wright of Rivals earlier in the month he planned to visit Knoxville before making his decision. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. Like and follow Ducks Digest on Facebook: @DucksDigest, Follow Ducks Digest on Twitter: @Ducksdigest, Subscribe to Ducks Digest on YouTube: @DucksDigest, Find more Oregon Ducks content at Ducksdigest.com. On Kentucky: "Ive talked to Vince Marrow (recruiting coordinator)here and there. Taking that into account, adding a guy like Conyer is a huge deal. In addition to connecting with fellow 2023 recruits, Conyer's decision to choose Tennessee will allow him the opportunity to re-connect with multiple 7v7 teammates, including recent Ohio State transfer, Andre Turrentine. Conyer was notified of the offer through his high school coach. In four consecutive recruiting classes, Kentucky has signed at least five in-state high school prospects each year. Notes: Leading rusher and second leading scorer in Class 2A. c3NlZS5yaXZhbHMuY29tJTJGbmV3cyUyRmltcGFjdC1hbmFseXNpcy12b2xz 2021 CJ and AP all-state second team offense; 2021 KFCA Class 4A, District 4 player of the year. The Wildcats were a 10-point favorite at tip-off and needed a win to clinch the No. High School: Irvington (Irvington, New Jersey). Landing a commitment from Conyer on the Fourth of July weekend would help the Wildcats wrap up the in-state work early in the class of 2023. Notes: Leading passer in Class 3A with 236 yards per game. Entering college football's early signing period (Dec. 21-23), however, things have taken a turn for the worse in the eyes of national pundits. 1 player in the state. "I was excited because of the tradition within the program; my dad told me about it. Meanwhile, Robinson and Bowling Green (Ky.) High product Justice Dingle returned home to the program. Kentucky jumped back into the mix after Brohm's departure, however, and when it came time for Gilbert to sign his National Letter of Intent on Feb. 1, 2023, the 6-5, 275-pound Indianapolis native chose the Wildcats. Moments ago, the prized prospect from the Blue Grass state announced his decision to leave home and head to Knoxville. The vibes were at a high in the leadup to tipoff, but the Big Blue Nation left Rupp Arena wishing they could go back to the beginning of the night. On Sunday afternoon, South Warren (KY) cornerback Cristian Conyer announced his decision to play for the Volunteers.The 6-foot-1, three-star DB out of Bowling Green chose UT over Kentucky following a heated race for the prized recruit that came down to the very end. Zi5wYXJlbnROb2RlLmluc2VydEJlZm9yZShqLGYpOwogICAgICAgIHdpbmRv 2022 stats: 206 yards, 9 TDs rushing; 3 punt return TDs, 10 tackles, 1 forced fumble, 1 interception. The Vols are recruiting the young talented sophomore as a defensive back. Conyer broke the news via livestream by cutting into a cake for his mothers birthday, which was colored orange on the inside for the Vols. dCc6CiAgICAgICAgbmV3IERhdGUoKS5nZXRUaW1lKCksZXZlbnQ6J2d0bS5q A couple of weeks later, Addison pledged to UK amid interest from Michigan State, Ole Miss and Florida State. The Wildcats were a 10-point favorite at tip-off and needed a win to clinch the No. "That really got our communication part down," Conyer said of how vital his last two visits to Tennessee were in the process. Carter also had seven tackles for loss, four . Also be sure to like and follow us on social media to get the latest news and updates. Frederick Douglass's Dane Key can't make the touchdown catch against South Warren's Cristian Conyers in the 5A KHSAA football championship Saturday. He followed that performance up with 83 tackles (37 unassisted), 20 tackles for loss and nine sacks as a senior. 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