WATCH: Kentucky player unloads on staff member
The Kentucky Wildcats defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks yesterday 16-10, remaining undefeated on the season. However, some friendly-fire involving linebacker DeAndre Square took place on the field to bring up some questions.
As Square chased South Carolina quarterback Luke Doty out of bound, he picked up steam. As he slowed down to a jog, Square’s path led him towards an unnamed Wildcats staff member.
Instead of trying to avoid him, Square extends his arms and pushed the member of Kentucky’s staff. Of course, un-expecting and confused — the staff member goes flying and tumbling down.
On the season so far, Square has 14 tackles in two games played. However, we’re left wondering just what he was thinking by pushing down one of Kentucky’s own staff members.
Moreover, Sqaure took to Twitter to comment on the controversial video.
“Pumped up in a heated game — my boy Tink took one for the team,” tweeted Square. “My bad Tink.”
Additionally, Square tweeted that there’s no bad blood — he just was too pumped up for Kentucky’s huge SEC matchup.
“I was just too pumped up,” tweeted Square in the replies. “I don’t know why I did it, no bad blood.”
Square may have meant no harm, but there’s certainly better ways to show your passion on the sidelines than pushing a staff member. Finally, the Kentucky linebacker tweeted that he can’t believe that video is going viral.
“No way I’m going viral for that,” tweeted Square. “Sick about it.”
The Kentucky defense had a great night against South Carolina, holding the Gamecocks to just 216 total yards and 10 points. While he should be going viral for being part of a great performance, DeAndre Square’s now going to have to answer questions related to his viral push this week.
Next week, the Kentucky Wildcats take on Florida in a huge matchup. With the stakes even higher, Wildcats staff members may have to be extra careful on the sidelines.