Kentucky's pursuit of Arizona State transfer quarterback Sam Leavitt is heating up. Sources confirm that Leavitt is in Lexington for an extended visit, with plans to dine with the Kentucky staff on Saturday night. This comes after KSR first reported on Thursday evening that there was 'smoke' between Kentucky and Leavitt, indicating a potential interest. Since then, the buzz has intensified, with On3's Pete Nakos confirming that the Wildcats are serious suitors, joining a list of top schools like Oregon, Miami, LSU, and Texas Tech in the race for the star quarterback. Leavitt, a 6-foot-2, 195-pound transfer, arrived in Kentucky on Friday night for his official visit, and he and head coach Will Stein spent the evening watching film until midnight.
Leavitt's impressive credentials are notable. He helped Arizona State reach the 2024 College Football Playoff, where they narrowly lost to Texas in a double-overtime game. In his first season at Arizona State after transferring from Michigan State, Leavitt showcased his talent, throwing for 2,885 yards and 24 touchdowns. However, a lingering foot injury cut his 2025 season short, prompting season-ending surgery on October 31. Despite this setback, Leavitt's potential remains high, and with two years of eligibility remaining as a redshirt sophomore, he is a highly sought-after transfer prospect.
Leavitt was among a group of visitors on Saturday, including Tavion Wallace (Arkansas), Delvin Morris (Akron), Cason Henry (South Carolina), Coleton Price (Baylor), CJ Baxter (Texas), DeAndre Moore Jr. (Texas), Robert Woodyard (Auburn), Hunter Osborne (Virginia), and Grayson Curtis (New Mexico State). The list highlights the diverse talent on display during the visit, with players from various positions and backgrounds.
The addition of Leavitt would be a significant boost to Kentucky's quarterback room, and his ability to lead the team in the future is a compelling prospect. As the visit unfolds, all eyes are on Leavitt, eager to see if he will become the next big name to join the Wildcats' program.
