Jason Patterson commits

Jason Patterson signed with Kentucky and is one of the most underrated running backs in the 2024 class. This kid will be special running the football in Kroger Field. 

Let's get to know a little bit more about Patterson.

Position: Running Back

Size: 5'11, 200 pounds

Hometown: Sneads, Florida

Recruitment: Patterson plays at a smaller school in Florida, so not many people are talking about him as they should, as his numbers were insane. His only other offer in the SEC was Vandy, but Patterson is a quality running back.

Ranking: Patterson is ranked as the 526th player in 247Sports composite rankings and is a three-star.

Frame: Patterson has the perfect frame for a running back that mixes speed with the ability to truck someone. He will fit in well with Liam Coen's system. 

Early Signing Day: Wednesday, December 20th is Early Signing Day, which means players committed to Kentucky's 2025 recruiting class will make it official by signing their National Letter of Intent (NLI). This is a big day for Mark Stoops and the Kentucky football program as they look to officially lock down some of the tremendous talented committed in the 2024 class.

HS. Scout report per Andrew Lvins

One of the more productive running backs down in the Sunshine State over the past two years. Dominated a lower level of competition as a junior and senior, totaling just over 3,800 rushing yards and 50 touchdowns on the ground. Has been utilized here and there as a run-first quarterback, but has the makeup of a potential featured ball carrier at the next level with his blend of quick feet, plus vision, and strong contact balance. Hasn’t been targeted a whole lot coming out of the backfield on Friday nights, but has flashed in the past as a pass-catcher on the camp circuit, which suggests that he can play all three downs if he improves take-on technique. Not only owns a 10.97-second effort in the 100-meter dash, but has also gone 4.5 on the lasers in the 40-yard dash. Likely going to need some time to get adjusted to the pace and demands of Power Five football, but has an all-conference type of ceiling.

H.S. Athletic Background

Multi-sport athlete that also plays basketball and runs track.

As an 11th grader, averaged 12.2 ppg, 8.1 rpg and 3.1 apg on the hardwood.

When it comes to track, was a state qualifier as a junior in the 100-meter dash, placing 11th at 1A meet. Posted times of 10.97, 11.05, 11.18 and 11.21 in the event while also going 23.86 in the 200-meter dash at a district meet.

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2023: As a senior, carried the ball 122 times for 1,195 yards (9.8 ypc) and 16 TD while also throwing for 176 yards and 3 TD. Also got snaps on defense at LB where he totaled 44 tackles, 3 FF, 2 FR, 1 PBU and 1 INT.

2022: Led the state of Florida in rushing yards as a junior per MaxPreps. Totaled 2,721 yards and 35 TD on the ground, averaging 13.2 ypc. Helped Sneads post a 11-1 record and make the playoffs in the Sunshine State’s new 1R classification.

Personal

• Born in Tallahassee, Florida

• Son of Jason and Elaine Patterson

• Has one sister, Koii Patterson

• Major is family financial counseling

Jason Says

• After football, his dream job is to be a physical therapist

• Three words to describe him are funny, enjoyable and exciting

• The highlight of his life so far has been getting closer to God

• One thing most people don’t know about him is that he can sing

• If he could go back in time and change one thing he would work harder in class