Kentucky Wildcats legend Randall Cobb has been named to the 2026 SEC Football Legends class, as announced on Thursday. Recognized for a collegiate career that included breaking the SEC single-season all-purpose yardage record with 2,396 yards in 2010, Cobb will be officially honored in Atlanta this December.
The Bottom Line
- Randall Cobb joins the 2026 SEC Football Legends class following a standout collegiate career at the University of Kentucky and a 13-year tenure in the NFL.
- During his college career, Cobb set the SEC single-season record for all-purpose yardage at 2,396 yards and the UK career record with 37 touchdowns.
- The formal induction will take place on Dec. 4-5 in Atlanta, culminating with recognition at Mercedes-Benz Stadium prior to the SEC Football Championship Game on Dec. 5.
Collegiate Records and Versatility in Lexington
During his time playing for the Kentucky Wildcats, Cobb established himself as one of the most dynamic athletes in the conference. He earned First-Team All-American honors as a junior and First-Team All-SEC selections as a sophomore and junior. His offensive output reached a peak in 2010 when he accumulated 2,396 all-purpose yards, setting a new single-season conference benchmark.
Cobb’s utility extended far beyond standard wide receiver duties. The Tennessee native played wide receiver, quarterback, punt returner, kickoff returner, and served as the holder for placekicks during his tenure in Lexington. He finished his college career holding the UK career record for touchdowns at 37 and earned recognition as a finalist for the 2010 Paul Hornung Award, given annually to the nation’s most versatile player.
| Metric / Honor | Cobb’s Collegiate Record |
|---|---|
| Single-Season All-Purpose Yardage | 2,396 yards (2010) |
| Kentucky Career Touchdowns | 37 |
| Collegiate All-Conference Honors | First-Team All-SEC (Sophomore & Junior) |
| All-American Status | First-Team All-American (Junior) |
Transition to the National Football League
Following his junior season, Cobb entered the professional ranks. Selected by the Green Bay Packers in the 2011 NFL Draft, he built a 13-year professional career. Cobb accumulated 630 catches, 7,624 receiving yards, and 54 receiving touchdowns across his professional tenure, alongside two punt return touchdowns and one kickoff return score.
The 2026 SEC Football Legends Roster
Cobb enters the 2026 honoree class alongside a distinguished group of former players and coaches from across the conference. The 2026 SEC Football Legends class features the following figures:
- Alabama: Nick Saban, Head Coach, 2007-23
- Arkansas: Felix Jones, Running Back, 2005-07
- Auburn: Benji Roland, Noseguard, 1985-88
- Florida: Chris Doering, Wide Receiver
Induction Schedule in Atlanta
The formal celebrations for the 2026 SEC Football Legends class are scheduled for Dec. 4-5 in Atlanta. Inductees will participate in events across the two-day span and will receive on-field recognition at Mercedes-Benz Stadium prior to the SEC Football Championship Game on Dec. 5.
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