UK’s Paschal honored by the SEC for his play vs. MTSU

Kentucky linebacker Josh Paschal received SEC Co-Defensive Player of the Week honors today. The sophomore from Olney, MD started at outside linebacker and saw occasional action throughout the Wildcats’ 34-23 win over Middle Tennessee in the final home game of the season.

Paschal was diagnosed with the malignant melanoma on the bottom of his right foot just before fall camp opened and endured three surgeries, followed by ongoing monthly immunotherapy treatments. After strenuous workouts in the weight room and with the team’s medical and strength staffs, Paschal returned to the practice field several weeks ago before suiting up on Saturday.