Cats get two commitments from Memphis

The University of Kentucky picked up commitments from two Memphis area prep prospects this week. Defensive back Martavious Neloms committed to the UK staff on Sunday, followed by Patrick Ligon, a defensive end from Memphis Christian Brothers, on Monday.

Neloms is a 6-foot-2, 180-pounder who is not currently ranked by any of the recruiting services. The 6-foot-5, 255-pound Ligons is a two-star prospect by Rivals.com and had previously committed to Memphis.

UK now has 25 commitments. National signing day is Feb. 4.