Kentucky is still looking for its first commitment in the 2026 high school cycle. Coming off a 4-8 campaign, we are seeing the Wildcats get off to a slow recruiting start. However, this program has overcome slow starts in recent cycles. But the program saw two targets come off the board this weekend.
Both are headed to Louisville.
Louisville (Ky.) St. Xavier linebacker Karsten Busch made a surprise announcement on Friday when he committed to the Cardinals. The high three-star prospect had official visits scheduled with Kentucky, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Those trips are up in the air now. Fort Myers (Fla.) High offensive lineman Joel Ervin committed to Louisville on Saturday night. The three-star prospect had one official visit scheduled with Florida. Miami and Kentucky were also involved in this recruitment…