Kentucky starting LT Mosier lost for season with torn ACL

Kentucky left tackle Cole Mosier will miss the 2017 season after suffering a torn ACL, the team announced Monday.

Mosier was a fifth-year senior who won't be eligible for another campaign.

"We're extremely disappointed about Cole's injury," head coach Mark Stoops said. "He has been with us all five seasons we've been at Kentucky. He helped set the example of hard work that is the theme of this program, as he came in as a walk-on and earned a scholarship. We know Cole will continue to support his teammates this season and we wish him the best in his recovery and in the future."

Mosier started 32 games in his career with the Wildcats and helped pave the way for a pair of 1,000-yard rushers in 2016.

"Tearing my ACL was a big blow and it's unfortunate because I wanted to finish my career here at UK with my teammates," Mosier said. "However, I'm going to have surgery on Thursday and I plan to rehab my knee in order to participate in UK's Pro Day in March. I want to thank Coach Stoops and Coach (John) Schlarman for everything they've done for me. I also want to thank the Big Blue Nation for their support. Coming here as a walk-on and then earning a scholarship was a dream come true. I'm going to continue being around the team to cheer them on and help the team as much as I can."