Martels Carter Jr. will remain on offense for Kentucky heading into 2026, extending a position change that began during spring practice. Carter originally arrived in Lexington as a defensive back, and he is still listed that way on the Wildcats' official roster, but the latest update makes clear his future is now on the other side of the ball.
According to the report, Carter moved from defensive back to running back during the spring. Coach Will Stein has indicated that the switch is not temporary, signaling that Kentucky sees Carter as an offensive piece going forward rather than a player expected to return to the secondary.
The decision gives Carter a clearer path as he continues developing within the program. Position changes are common when coaches evaluate where an athlete's skills can help most, and Kentucky appears to believe Carter's best fit is now in the backfield.
For the Wildcats, the move also adds clarity to the roster outlook entering 2026. Even if some official listings have not yet caught up, Kentucky's plan for Martels Carter is now more defined: he is set to stay on offense.
