Kentucky Football has added another proven pass-catching option to its roster, landing transfer wide receiver Nic Anderson from LSU, a player who first made his name at Oklahoma before a brief and injury-marred stop in Baton Rouge.
Matt Zenitz broke the news on Friday of Anderson’s commitment. The former Tiger will have one season of eligibility remaining.
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Anderson is a Texas product who starred at Katy High School, where he emerged as a 4-star recruit in the Class of 2022. Programs like Notre Dame, USC, and Penn State were in the mix, but Anderson ultimately chose Oklahoma, drawn by the Sooners’ reputation for developing elite receivers.
He spent three seasons in Norman, appearing in 17 games and using a redshirt along the way. His breakout came in 2023, when he played in 13 games and became one of Oklahoma’s most dangerous weapons, hauling in 38 passes for 798 yards and 10 touchdowns. His size, body control, and ability to win in the red zone quickly made him a fan favorite.
Ahead of the 2025 season, Anderson transferred to LSU looking for a fresh start. But injuries again slowed his momentum. He played in 10 games for the Tigers, finishing with 12 receptions for 106 yards and two touchdowns while dealing with lingering physical issues, including a quad injury that limited his availability.
Now healthy and entering the portal for a second time, Anderson has chosen Kentucky as his next stop. The Wildcats are betting on his upside and proven production, hoping he can rediscover the form he showed in 2023 and become a reliable target in their offense.
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If healthy, Anderson gives Kentucky a big, physical receiver with proven touchdown ability and a chance at a true comeback season in Lexington.
