CJ Baxter
Questionable
Injury Undisclosed
Est. Return 8/1/2026
2025 Rush/Rec Stats
ATT
54
YDS
196
TD
0
YDS
41
TD
1
2025 Rush/Rec Projections
Misses spring game
Baxter sat out Kentucky's spring game, per Ryan Black of the Louisville Courier Journal.
ANALYSIS
Baxter is expected to be one of the Wildcats' top tailbacks alongside Oklahoma transfer Jovantae Barnes. Baxter spent last season at Texas, and had a limited output in the offense while sitting out four games. However, the year prior he ran for 659 yards and five scores on 138 carries -- the tailback has plenty of potential. However, he'll have to wait until he's fully healthy to unlock it.
Baxter is expected to be one of the Wildcats' top tailbacks alongside Oklahoma transfer Jovantae Barnes. Baxter spent last season at Texas, and had a limited output in the offense while sitting out four games. However, the year prior he ran for 659 yards and five scores on 138 carries -- the tailback has plenty of potential. However, he'll have to wait until he's fully healthy to unlock it.
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2024 Fantasy Outlook
Fans caught a glimpse of the 2023 five-star's ability to handle a full workload after Jonathon Brooks tore his ACL last year, and the early signs were encouraging. Baxter handled 69 rushing attempts in the final five games and ran for 330 yards (4.8) and two touchdowns to go with 13 catches on 14 targets in that span. 4.8 YPC doesn't stand out, especially when Brooks was peeling off 6.1 YPC, but it's important to remember Baxter was a true freshman. Even with Texas moving to the SEC, Baxter still profiles as an elite fantasy running back who is not only talented, but should handle the bulk of the workload for an explosive Texas offense.
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Transfers to Kentucky
Baxter is transferring to Kentucky, per Pete Thamel of ESPN.
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Intends to enter portal
Baxter intends to enter the NCAA's transfer portal, Pete Thamel of ESPN reports.
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Suiting up Saturday
Baxter (hamstring) is available for Saturday's game at Mississippi State.
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Probable for Saturday
Baxter (hamstring) is probable for Saturday's game at Mississippi State, per the SEC availability report.
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Ramping up in practice
Baxter (hamstring) is making progress in his recovery and was at practice Monday, per 247Sports.com.
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