Know Your Wildcat: Braylon Heard
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#5 Braylon Heard
Vitals
— Height: 5’11”
— Weight: 189 lbs.
— Class: Redshirt Junior
— Experience: Transfer
— Position: Running Back
— Hometown: Youngstown, Ohio
— High School: Cardinal Mooney
Class of 2011 High School Ranking
— Rivals.com: #5 RB, 
— 247Sports.com: #5 RB,
— ESPN Recruiting: #25 RB,
How He Got Here
After playing two seasons at Nebraska, Heard transferred to Kentucky because he found himself behind two other running backs on the depth chart. Braylon decided then it was time for a fresh start somewhere new. Heard wanted to come to Kentucky because it was closer to his hometown. Heard says that his mom will now be able to drive to his games instead of fly which was another key factor.
Nebraska Career
During his first two season, Heard rushed for a total of 452 yards and scored four touchdowns. During his sophomore season, he played in all 12 games averaging 5.9 yards per carry. His career-high game came against Idaho State, where he rushed for 74 yards with a career best 27-yard run and a touchdown.
Something You Didn't Know About Him
Braylon took an service/educational trip to Ethiopia this past May.
Something We Made Up About Him
After constantly breaking out in hives and weird rashes for two years at Nebraska, Braylon finally went to the doctors to figure out the problem. After multiple tests, the doctors finally diagnosed Braylon with a corn allergy. Knowing that his corn allergy meant he couldn't stay in Nebraska, Heard knew it was time to leave. With much thought, Braylon decided to come to Kentucky because if football does not work out, his other dream job is to be bourbon distiller and open his own distillery.
Unfair NFL Comparison
Jamaal Charles, Kansas City Chiefs
Outlook for 2014 Season
Coming to Kentucky as a transfer, Heard has a lot to prove in his first season here. After impressing the coaches and making great strives while sitting out, Braylon is ready to show the #BBN what he has to offer. His quickness and agility will give Kentucky the backfield they need after losing veteran Raymond Sanders. Expect Heard to be the guy we need to get our running game back where it needs to be.
@kbernhardKSR
Photo by: 247 Sports[/caption]
#5 Braylon Heard
Vitals
— Height: 5’11”
— Weight: 189 lbs.
— Class: Redshirt Junior
— Experience: Transfer
— Position: Running Back
— Hometown: Youngstown, Ohio
— High School: Cardinal Mooney
Class of 2011 High School Ranking
— Rivals.com: #5 RB,
— 247Sports.com: #5 RB,
— ESPN Recruiting: #25 RB,
How He Got Here
After playing two seasons at Nebraska, Heard transferred to Kentucky because he found himself behind two other running backs on the depth chart. Braylon decided then it was time for a fresh start somewhere new. Heard wanted to come to Kentucky because it was closer to his hometown. Heard says that his mom will now be able to drive to his games instead of fly which was another key factor.
Nebraska Career
During his first two season, Heard rushed for a total of 452 yards and scored four touchdowns. During his sophomore season, he played in all 12 games averaging 5.9 yards per carry. His career-high game came against Idaho State, where he rushed for 74 yards with a career best 27-yard run and a touchdown.
Something You Didn't Know About Him
Braylon took an service/educational trip to Ethiopia this past May.
Something We Made Up About Him
After constantly breaking out in hives and weird rashes for two years at Nebraska, Braylon finally went to the doctors to figure out the problem. After multiple tests, the doctors finally diagnosed Braylon with a corn allergy. Knowing that his corn allergy meant he couldn't stay in Nebraska, Heard knew it was time to leave. With much thought, Braylon decided to come to Kentucky because if football does not work out, his other dream job is to be bourbon distiller and open his own distillery.
Unfair NFL Comparison
Jamaal Charles, Kansas City Chiefs
Outlook for 2014 Season
Coming to Kentucky as a transfer, Heard has a lot to prove in his first season here. After impressing the coaches and making great strives while sitting out, Braylon is ready to show the #BBN what he has to offer. His quickness and agility will give Kentucky the backfield they need after losing veteran Raymond Sanders. Expect Heard to be the guy we need to get our running game back where it needs to be.
@kbernhardKSR
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